Governor Patrick Signs Gun Safety Legislation

The new bill is part of the goal to create safer communities throughout the state.

Buckets of Ice Water and a New Office for the Governor

The weekly roundup from State House News Service.

Migrant Children Not Coming to Massachusetts After All

Federal officials told Gov. Patrick this week they won't move forward with the previously-proposed program.

Wheeling and Dealing on Beacon Hill

The weekly roundup from State House News Service.

Bill Would Redact Domestic Violence Arrests Until After Arraignments

The bill has already passed the Massachusetts House and Senate and awaits Gov. Deval Patrick’s signature.

Sen. Brian Joyce Backs Bills on Substance Abuse, Domestic Violence and Safe Access

The State Senator co-sponsored the three recently-approved bills this week.

Official Says Rotenberg Center Not Reporting Malfunctioning Equipment

A doctor who served on an FDA advisory panel says there is currently no data on how often the devices are malfunctioning.

Canton Working to Reenergize Collinsville Dams

Committee picks a partner

Collinsville Streetscape Project Plans Come Into Focus

More details pitched Tuesday night for $387,000 project

Blue Hills Vocational Gets Part of $1.3 Million in Grant Money to Expand

Senator Joyce to Hold Canton Office Hours on Thursday, May 22

Should Massachusetts Legalize Pot?

With the economic benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is our state next in line?

Stephen Lynch Part of Congressional Delegation to Ukraine

The bipartisan group will also be visiting Israel.

Coakley Up Big on Baker in New Gubernatorial Poll

Suffolk University/Boston Herald survey has AG leading by 13 percent.

State Task Force Lays Out 44 Recommendations to Curb Gun Violence

The Massachusetts Coalition to End Gun Violence issued a report Monday calling for stricter gun laws in the Commonwealth.

Nomination Papers Now Available for 2014 State Elections

The Massachusetts primary is set for Sept. 9.

20 Medicinal Pot Dispensaries to Open in Massachusetts

The state's Department of Public Health announced Friday morning the 20 applicants that will be receiving medicinal marijuana licenses to operate in Massachusetts.

Poll: Coakley Leads Baker in Mass. Governor's Race

She also has a lead over Republican candidate Mark Fisher, according to the survey.

Income Taxes 2014: When Will IRS Begin Accepting Returns?

Last October's government shutdown has affected filing dates — so the Internal Revenue Service says it won't process tax returns before Jan. 31.

Do You Agree That Massachusetts is One of the Best States?

A story published Friday on Politico ranked the Bay State as fifth in the nation.

Playtex Announces Huge Pacifier Holder Clip Recall

Playtex has received 99 reports of the holder cracking or breaking.

'Are You OK' Program Rescues Elderly Woman

Woman was enrolled in Norfolk County Sheriff Michael G. Bellotti's safety program for seniors.

Safety Group Calls for New Primary Seat Belt Law in Massachusetts

The Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety is looking for the state to pass Senate Bill 1115 to help increase safety on the roads.

State Workers Sent Home Ahead of Midweek Storm

Gov. Deval Patrick also urged private employers to send workers home early in expectation of a treacherous Tuesday commute.

Greater Boston Needs Thousands of New Homes to Keep Economy on Track

About 435,000 new units would comprise mostly multifamily homes and be located primarily in urban areas by the year 2040.

Patrick, Keating: Not So Fast on New Flood Maps

Consumers and officials alike are concerned that the new maps will lead to rate shock for flood insurance buyers.

Bedford Company Tasked to Fix State Health Insurance Site

The news that only one person is reviewing the site does not please some critics.

Gov's Climate Change Plan Includes $50M For Backup Power, Seawalls

Gov. Deval Patrick announced a multi-part plan to address "current and future" impacts from climate change on the Bay State.

Obamacare Regulations Cripple State’s Health Connector

The state’s website needed to make changes to comply with the new federal Affordable Care Act.

Billions Are Being Wasted in the Massachusetts Health Care System

There isn’t a link between high-spending hospitals and high quality.

Massachusetts Launches New Electronic Medical Records System

Health care leaders say electric medical records can help improve care while lowering costs.

Flu Cases on the Rise in Massachusetts

Health officials say the virus is now widespread throughout the state.

Callahan Tunnel Closure, Detours to Logan Airport Coming Dec. 27

The Callahan Tunnel to Logan Airport will be closed from Dec. 27 through March 12.

State to Private Employers: Send Your Workers Home Early Tuesday

The Secretary of State asks private businesses to send their employees home before 4 p.m. Tuesday.

State to Private Employers: Send Your Workers Home Early Tuesday

Vegas Kingpin Seeks Changes to Massachusetts Casino Law

Steve Wynn aims to build a $1.3 billion casino in Everett.

Stoughton Looks to Hire Lobbyist to Deal With South Coast Rail Project

What Happens to South Coast Rail When Governor's Gone?

National Grid Gears Up for Possible Rain, Wind Storm

Should Communities Be Allowed to Require Sprinkler Systems?

A bill has been filed by state Rep. Ruth Balser.