Hands-Free Driving Would Be Law Under Baker Proposal

The governor filed legislation Tuesday that would require Massachusetts drivers to put the phone down and buckle their seatbelt.

Nearly 7K Federal Workers In MA Haven't Been Paid In A Month

As the government shutdown reaches the one-month mark, it shows little sign of coming to an end.

MA Sports Betting: Baker Introducing Legislation To Legalize It

The governor said sports betting - both online and in-person at casinos - would generate $35 million for Massachusetts.

Trump: Warren's 'Beer Catastrophe' Should Have Been At 'Bighorn'

It took longer than expected, but the president finally launched another Twitter attack against a potential presidential hopeful.

MA Democrats Hit Back Against Trump's Border Wall Speech

Lawmakers from Sen. Elizabeth Warren to Rep. Seth Moulton pulled no punches Tuesday.

Charlie Baker Signs 32 New Laws Wednesday

A Wednesday flurry of laws included ​Pay increases for National Guard members and $3 million for the agency that oversees the pot industry.

Elizabeth Warren: 'I Believe Washington Is Corrupt'

As Warren prepares to head to Iowa, she did not disclose any plans to visit the first-in-the-nation primary state of New Hampshire.

5 New MA Laws In 2019 That Could Change Your Life

Several of the new laws will hit you in the pocketbook. Here's what you need to know heading into 2019.

Elizabeth Warren Takes Major Step Toward 2020 Presidential Run

The Massachusetts senator announced Monday she is launching an exploratory committee for a potential 2020 presidential run.

Massachusetts Life Expectancy Rises, Bucking National Trend

On average, 156 people in Massachusetts died each day during 2016, according to the Massachusetts Deaths report.

662K Workers Will Get Pay Bump Next Week, Analysis Says

When minimum wage increases from $11 to $12 on Jan. 1, it will mean $817.5 million in new wages, according to a new analysis.

National Grid, Unions Aim To Reach Agreement This Week

The two sides said in rare joint statement reaching a deal by Dec. 28 is their "shared intent."

How MA Would Be Affected By Government Shutdown

Thousands of federal employees will be furloughed while others have to work without pay. Here’s what happens during a partial shutdown.

MA Outgrowing Rest Of New England, Expects To Keep Congress Seats

New data showed that the population in Massachusetts grew by 38,903 people to 6.9 million between July 1, 2017 and July 1, 2018.

Income Tax Cut Jan. 1 Worth $175M To Mass. Workers

Workers are set to receive a $175m income tax break and there's now a possibility that a 5 percent income tax rate will happen in 2020.

Another Major Delay For The T

Four years and six general managers later after Gov. Charlie Baker took over, there's another change atop the beleaguered MBTA.

Ex-State Sen. Joyce Died Of Pentobarbital Overdose: Med. Examiner

Medical examiners were not able to determine whether his death was the result of an accident or a suicide.

Deval Patrick Will Not Run For President: Politico

The former governor is expected to make the announcement as soon as this week.

31 MA Bills Signed Into Law In November: See The List

Midterm elections didn't stop Gov. Charlie Baker's busy pen.

Elizabeth Warren Opposes New Trade Deal, 'NAFTA 2.0'

Warren, a potential presidential candidate, said she will vote against the U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement unless President Trump revises it.

MA Congressmen's Idea Appeared Half-Baked

U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton's rhetoric about changing the House had shades of stereotypical stoner-speak when it came to the new direction.

5 Overdose Every Day In MA: State Health Numbers

There were 1,518 opioid deaths between Jan. 1 and Sept. 30, compared to 1,538 deaths over the same period in 2017, the DPH said.

4 MA Political Names You Should Get Used To Hearing About

Brush up on some names you can expect to hear a whole lot about over the next couple of years.

What's Next After Record Election Turnout

Total turnout statewide is approaching 2.7 million for the election, a record in a midterm year.

Massachusetts Caucus Of Women Legislators Gets New Chairwoman

The MA Caucus of Women Legislators was formed with a mission to enhance the economic status and equality of women.

MA Governor's Race 2018: Charlie Baker Vs. Jay Gonzalez

The governor's race is peculiar, but it's still largely focused on the issues. Get to know the candidates here.

U.S. Senate Race In MA: Get To Know The Candidates

Elizabeth Warren is an early favorite for the Democratic nomination in 2020. But first she needs to fend off Trump disciple Geoff Diehl.

800-Pound 'Heroin Spoon' Sculpture Brought To State House Steps

The sculpture, crafted by a Westwood man, is meant as a gift to Attorney General Maura Healey for her fight against opioid companies.

LimeBikes, Other Shared Transportation Could Be State Regulated

A proposed bill would allow municipalities to impose their own regulations and additional fees.

Massachusetts Ballot Questions November 2018: What To Know

So you're planning on voting in the Nov. 6 Midterm Election in Massachusetts and need to figure out what the ballot questions mean?

Warren Took DNA Test To Help Government Transparency, She Says

Sen. Elizabeth Warren said during Sunday night's debate with Geoff Diehl that trust in government is "at an all-time low."

U.S. Senate Debate Revolves Around Trump, Presidency

Elizabeth Warren and Geoff Diehl didn't pull punches in their first debate.

Gonzalez Takes It To Baker In Gov. Debate

The Democratic challenger found some openings and pounced on Gov. Charlie Baker during Wednesday night's debate.

Trump Says Warren's DNA Test 'Bogus,' Lashes Out On Her

Trump called on his potential 2020 Democratic challenger to apologize and claimed that even the Cherokee Nation "denies her."

Elizabeth Warren's DNA Result Are In

The U.S. Senator responded to constant attacks from President Trump calling her Pocahontas by getting a DNA analysis. See what it said.

Massachusetts Voting Registration Deadline 2018

Are you registered to vote in Massachusetts? Do you know when early voting starts? Here are the dates to know for the 2018 election.

Thousands Of Drug Convictions Dismissed By State's Highest Court

The aftermath of a scandal involving disgraced state chemist Sonja Farak saw thousands of drug cases tossed.

Question 1 Loses Ground In Newest Poll; Incumbents Enjoy Cushion

What has emerged as one the most expensive and talked about ballot question next month is still a very close one.

Circus Came To Town, And It Was Some Show

When the biggest story in the country branched into Boston last week, it stirred up quite a lot.

Question 1 Could Cost Nearly $1 Billion, Watchdog Says

Question 1, which polls show voters are evenly split on, would require thousands of extra nurses, the Health Policy Commission said.