Ballot Question Aims To Change The Way Tipped Workers Get Paid In Massachusetts

"The tips are the income," bartender Brian Black stressed. "Tipping is the way that people thank us. And, again, it cuts out ownership."

Lawmakers Call For Change After RMV Revokes Hundreds Of Commercial Driver's Licenses In Massachusetts

"It's devastating, I cry every night. The registry has no idea what they are doing to me and they don't care," driver Michael McDonald said.

RFK Jr. Removed From Massachusetts November Election Ballot

According to the secretary of state, Kennedy had collected enough signatures to qualify for the Massachusetts ballot.

42% Of Election Administrators Have Left Jobs In Massachusetts Since 2020, Study Shows

It is monotonous work, but it is required every single election.

Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission Chair Shannon O'Brien Fired

State Treasurer Deb Goldberg suspended O'Brien due to accusations of "racially, ethnically and culturally insensitive statements."

Combating Elder Abuse

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Social Security Supports Teachers

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Geoff Noble, Next Colonel Of Massachusetts State Police, Named By Gov. Maura Healey

Noble served with the New Jersey State Police for 30 years.

Boston Aims To Change How Businesses Are Awarded Liquor Licenses

"Paying half a million dollars, upwards of 750,000 dollars for a liquor license, no one can afford that," State Sen. Liz Miranda said.

Hundreds Of Massachusetts Truck, School Bus Drivers Receive Notice Their CDL Was Revoked

With his livelihood threatened, Walter McCloskey says he thought it was a mistake or a computer glitch.

Pressley Joins Project Bread, Historic Coalition to End Hunger in MA

First-of-its-kind Coalition Aims to Eradicate Hunger Statewide

More Ferry Routes For Boston Area? MBTA Could Expand Service On Massachusetts Coast

Currently, the MBTA operates five year-round ferry routes between Charlestown, Boston's waterfront, Logan Airport, Hingham and Hull.

"Buckle Up Brockton" Campaign Aims To Improve One Of Worst Seat Belt Usage Rates In Massachusetts

A stunning mural wall is at the heart of the campaign, located on the Boulangerie Saint Antoine Bakery on North Main Street.

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Boston Mayor Michelle Wu Not Planning To Take Maternity Leave After Birth Of Third Child In January

The mayor said she did not plan to take maternity leave after she and her husband welcome their third child - a girl - in January.

Social Security’s Top 5 Ways to Protect Against Identity Theft

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Boston Landlords May Have To Start Paying Broker Fees, Instead Of Renters, If New Bill Becomes Law

Landlords in Boston may have to start paying their own broker fees, instead of renters, if a new bill becomes law.

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Defending Against Scammers Who Target Your Social Security Benefits

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Public Distrust In Election Process Concerns Massachusetts Secretary Of State William Galvin

"I'm confident in people's interest in making sure tomorrow's democracy is protected," said Galvin.

Keller: Disastrous Performance By Biden In First Presidential Debate

It was a disastrous performance by the incumbent, but will it make a shambles of his candidacy?

Will Ed Flynn Run For Mayor Of Boston Against Michelle Wu?

In an interview Sunday with WBZ News, Flynn hedged his bet: "I haven't focused on it. I've focused on my job as a city councilor."

Boston City Councilor Wants To End Initiative Giving Young People Power Over $1M Of Budget

Here's a million-dollar question: should middle and high schoolers have a say in how your tax dollars are spent?

$4,000 For A Trash Can? Boston Parks And Recreation Reduces Lofty Estimate For City Park

The current trash bins have no tops, so animals can get into the barrels and people can dump their household trash.

Boston's Chamber Of Commerce CEO Says Raising Taxes For Businesses Will Hurt City

"It's the golden goose," said Rooney of the city's commercial property tax, which provides a large percentage of the city's annual revenue.

Boston MBTA General Manager Phil Eng Is Celebrating His First Year. How's He Doing?

"We're leading the country in terms of return to commuter rail" since the pandemic, Eng noted.

Should Boston Lower Its Speed Limit? "25 Mph Is Excessive," City Councilor Says

Flynn said he also wants "strict enforcement" of speed limits, and says more Boston Police officers are needed to ticket speeding drivers.

Karen Read Trial Protesters Will Have "Buffer Zone" Outside Courthouse

Large crowds have been present outside Norfolk County Superior Court in Dedham throughout months of proceedings.

Parking While Pregnant? Boston Could Let Drivers Use Handicap Spots

Those entering the third trimester of pregnancy could request a temporary handicapped parking placard.

Boston received ‘D’ for fiscal health

New report by watchdog

Boston Eyes Fort Point Office Building As Potential Migrant Shelter

As Roxbury's Melnea Cass Recreational Center nears capacity, could Boston's Seaport neighborhood be the next home for migrants?

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey Makes Lowering Housing Costs A Goal For The New Year

"Yes, our economy is strong - Massachusetts has more jobs than ever before, and unemployment has been at all-time lows," Healey said.

Whip Clark: “New Year. Same Chaos From the GOP.”

Whip Clark: “New Year. Same Chaos From the GOP.”

General Enrollment Period For Medicare Part B

You Have Another Chance Each Year During The General Enrollment Period

Healey Announces $375 Million In Massachusetts Budget Cuts

The spending cuts outlined Monday can be made unilaterally by the governor and don't need the approval of state lawmakers.

Massachusetts Presidential Primary Ballot Order Revealed For Super Tuesday Election

We're getting a look at what voters in Massachusetts will see when they head to the polls for the March 5 primary.

Ruthzee Louijeune Becomes Boston City Council President

"Boston City Council is that first place of government you can turn and pick up the phone, and call your elected official," Mayor Wu said.

Upgraded Training Center For Electricians In Boston "Like Harvard University," Says Union

In Dorchester, $10 million just went into renovations at the union's Joint Apprentice Training Center.

Mayor Michelle Wu Formally Apologizes To Men Wrongfully Suspected In Charles And Carol Stuart Case

At a press conference Monday, Wu issued a formal apology to Willie Bennett and Alan Swanson, who were both publicly linked to the case.