Massachusetts Mayors Rally Around AG's 'Copycat' Assault Weapons Action

19 mayors have endorsed Attorney General Maura Healey's enforcement action on the state's assault weapons ban.

Elizabeth Warren: Donald Trump a 'Pathetic Coward' Who 'Can't Handle Losing to a Girl'

The Twitter taunts continue, and liberals are loving it.

State Economic Development Secretary Applies for Cambridge City Job: Report

Jay Ash might be out, assuming the man who helped lure GE to Boston gets picked for Cambridge City Manager.

Gov. Baker Signs Woburn Boys & Girls Club Bill, Wishes Donnelly Well

Get well soon, Senator.

'Conflict' Shouldn’t Withhold a Shared Parenting Vote: Op-Ed

"... in the Massachusetts Senate, the Bill wasn’t even allowed out of the Judiciary Committee for a vote. Why?"

Deval Patrick Talks Race, Policing on 'Axe Files'

The former Massachusetts governor joined former Barack Obama campaign strategist and senior adviser David Axelrod on his popular podcast.

Jill Stein Makes it Official; Bill Weld Gets Back on the Ballot

Lexington's Jill Stein is now Green Party candidate, while Canton's Bill Weld, VP candidate with Gary Johnson, submitted signatures today.

Opioid Overdoses' Deadly Climb|Paid Leave Passes Senate, But...|Uber, Lyft Legislation Victorious: Beacon Hill's Most-Read

Also: Could Attorney General's assault weapons crackdown be headed to court?; Harvard College Republicans emphatically reject Donald Trump.

Gov. Baker Signs Massachusetts' Regulations on Uber, Lyft into Law

"This is a highly charged issue," the governor said. "I think we all get that."

Harvard College Republicans 'Refuse' to Endorse Donald Trump

The country's oldest college GOP chapter renounces party's candidate, urges other clubs to do the same. What do you think of the decision?

Leave Maura Healey Alone, Says Massachusetts Congressional Delegation

A congressional committee's subpoena of the state's Attorney General is simply a "political tool" for climate denial, letter says.

Gun Association Plans Legal Action on Mass. AG's Assault Weapons Enforcement

The gun industry’s largest trade association​ is working up a legal challenge to Maura Healey's controversial crackdown.

Mass. Opioid-Related Overdoses Continue Deadly Climb in 2016

New numbers show the state is on track for its deadliest year on record.

Bill Would Ban Massachusetts Sex Offenders from Playing Pokémon GO

Pokémon NO?

Senator Ken Donnelly Undergoes Brain Surgery

The Arlington Democrat is now "resting comfortable" after the sudden surgery.

Massachusetts Congressman, Veteran Lashes Out at Donald Trump

U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton had harsh words for Trump in light of the GOP nominee's attacks on Gold Star Khan family.

Sen. Brownsberger on Shared Parenting: Op-Ed

"The controversial issue is whether divorce law should be changed to mandate shared parenting in post-divorce parenting plans..."

Mass. Late-Night Legislative Session Roundup

Didn't stay up past midnight Sunday? Here's what you missed.

Three Bills That Didn't Make the Cut this Legislative Session

R.I.P. non-competes, Airbnb taxation, and paid leave (at least, for now).

Here's What That Late-Night Energy Bill is All About

Three words: Offshore wind farm.

MA Passes Uber, Lyft Regulations Package in Late-Night Vote

A number of changes are included in the bill. Is it safe enough?

DeLeo: Court, Not Legislators, Will Assess AG's Assault Weapons Crackdown

Despite certain legislators' push to curtail Attorney General Maura Healey's authority, no action likely this legislative session.

Paid Leave: Passed in Senate, Dead in the House

A last-minute weekend session to funnel through oustanding legislation left at least one high-profile bill hanging.

What 'REAL ID' Means For You|Marty Walsh Meets DNC|Baker on Assault Weapons|The Massachusetts Effect: Beacon Hill's Most-Read

The stories in state politics you shouldn't miss this week in Massachusetts.

Gov. Baker to Sign Pay Equity Legislation Monday

Massachusetts' Equal Pay bill becomes law Monday, with the governor's signature.

2016 Election Draws 'Media Frenzy' to Hillary Clinton's Alma Mater

Her rarefied place as "first female presidential candidate from a major party" shines a sometimes unwelcome spotlight on Wellesley College.

Governor Calls for Clarity in Assault Weapons Ban Enforcement

A letter Tuesday from Charlie Baker said he supports the ban, but had questions for Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey.

New Mass. IDs: What 'REAL ID' Means for You

MassDOT is getting new driver's licenses. Here's what you need to know.

Volunteers Needed During The Taste of WGBH Food & Wine Festival 9/14 - 9/18

Volunteer during WGBH's fifth season of the Taste of WGBH Food & Wine Festival September 15-18, 2016

LAER Realty Partners Releases June Housing Report - Beacon Hill

Third Largest Real Estate Company Reviews June’s Housing Market Trends in MA

Summertime at The Tip Tap Room

Chef Brian Poe brings seasonal specials to Beach Hill

Elizabeth Warren: 'When We Turn on Each Other, We Can't Unite to Fight Back'

In prelude to Bernie Sanders speech, Warren called at DNC for party unity behind Hillary Clinton against Donald Trump.

Watch: Marty Walsh Debuts on National Stage in Philadelphia

"My name is Marty Walsh, and I'm an alcoholic," Boston's mayor told the Democratic National Convention.

Dog Chews Off Foot to Escape Tether, Owner Charged|Third 'Most Wanted' Sex Offender Caught|Cheesy Delight on Pike: PM Digest

Also: How Mass. shaped Hillary Clinton; Michael Jordan donates $1 million to police group run by local chief; Raisman to head US team; More.

The Massachusetts Effect: How Five Years Shaped Hillary Clinton

The speech that set her path toward the presidential nomination and the roots of the pragmatism that has divided the Democratic party.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Boston Registration is Open

Beacon Hill residents invited to register and raise funds to ensure no one facing breast cancer will have to walk alone in their journey.

Clinton Passes on Warren, Republicans Pile Insult onto Injury

Hillary Clinton passed on Elizabeth Warren, and Republicans were ready to dance on the grave of the vice presidential candidacy that wasn't.

Protesters of Massachusetts Assault Weapons Crackdown Take to Beacon Hill

In the blazing heat Saturday outside the Massachusetts State House Saturday, protesters took aim at state's Attorney General Maura Healey.

Assault Weapons Crackdown|Elizabeth Warren + Stephen Colbert|Duck Tours Change Policy: Beacon Hill's Most-Read

The most talked-about stories in Massachusetts politics this week.

Equal Pay Poised for Passage in Massachusetts

A state Equal Pay bill is on the verge of becoming law. Here's what it would do.