Auditor Report Finds Sex Offenders at Registered Child Care Facilities

State audit finds 119 Level 2 and 3 sex offenders living at addresses registered as child care providers. Also, background checks not being done in some cases.

U.S. Senate Candidates Face Off in Debate Wednesday Night

The forum will feature Democratic and Republican challengers in Needham at WCVB.

Candidates Defend Iraq War Votes, Campaign Ads Aplenty

A look back at what happened over the past week in the U.S. Senate race.

City Taps Out $17.8 Million Budget for Snow Removal

With $18.1 million spent even before this most recent storm, the city has spent more than its budgeted amount for snow removal this winter.

Mass. Legislature Website Flunked by Sunlight Foundation

See why the state Legislature's website received an 'F' for transparency and tell us—do you agree? How transparent is your city or town government's website?

GOP Candidates Meet Face to Face, Dems Ready to Debate

A look back at what happened over the past week in the U.S. Senate race.

BRA Approves 3 Percent Salary Increase

All but nine senior staff members at the Boston Redevelopment Authority will receive their first raise in five years.

Wait Continues for ‘Severely Late’ Commuter Rail Cars

State Transportation Secretary Richard Davey said at a hearing Tuesday that the 75 double-decker coaches are “severely late,” but they will be worth the wait.

MassDOT Secy. on Transportation: ‘People Want More, Not Less’

At the hearing, State Transportation Secretary Richard Davey outlined some aspects of Gov. Deval Patrick’s 10-year transportation budget plan, and included the need for new revenues.

Absentee Ballot Applications Must Be Renewed Early

Don't miss out on voting. Request or renew your absentee ballot application as soon as possible.

Senator Pushes Anti-Drone Bill in MA State House

Sen. Robert Hedlund asked for a prompt hearing on his bill regulating drone use in Massachusetts.

Polls Give Markey Double Digit Lead in Senate Race

A look back at the highlights as candidates campaign for U.S. Senate.

Councilors Want to Use Smart Phones, Payment Kiosks to Pay Meters, Bills

Boston City Councilors Stephen Murphy and Tito Jackson have proposed updating the way people can pay parking meters and bills in the city.

Future Deficit Forces T into Tough Choices

Fare hikes and service cuts are a few options T officials proposed in an effort to close the $130 million budget deficit in 2014.

GOP Senate Candidates to Debate in Easton

The forum is set for Tuesday at Stonehill College.

Who’s the Frontrunner in GOP Senate Primary?

One candidate has name recognition, but experts say no one has separated themselves from the field yet.

Mayor Encourages Participation in Boston's Sixth Annual Earth Hour and Lights Out Boston Campaigns

Events promote awareness on Climate Action and Wildlife Protection.

Mayor Menino Releases Results of 2012 Homeless Census

The city's housing efforts show progress despite increased need; sequester puts important federal funding in jeopardy.

Boston's New Rules to Curb Aggressive Solicitors

Boston Police can arrest aggressive solicitors. Solicitation at certain locations banned, including 10-feet of a bank, ATM, or check cashing business.

Mayor and YMCA Announce Free Fitness Classes in March

The classes are part of Boston Moves for Health.

LaMattina: Keeping the North End in Good Shape

City Councilor provides an update on his work and future goals for the community.

Will Patrick's $1.9 Billion Tax Hike Pass?

The governor's optimistic but state legislators don't sound so sure. What do you think?

Five Submit Required Signatures for U.S. Senate Race

Two Democrats and three Republicans submitted the needed 10,000 names.

State Representative Aaron Michlewitz Appointed Chairman of Public Services Committee

The North End resident looks forward to the new challenge and working with members of the committee.

Downtown Waterfront Planning Begins March 13

The Boston Redevelopment Authority has scheduled a series of public meetings and tours to kick off review of the area between Long Wharf and the Moakley Bridge.

Segway Opposed by LaMattina, NEWNC

The neighborhood group and City Councilor do not want Segway rentals and tours to be part of the property owner’s zoning use.

State Representative Aaron Michlewitz Appointed Chairman of Public Service Committee

The North End resident looks forward to the new challenge.

Patrick Budget Eliminates 44 Tax Deductions

While specific deductions would end, personal exemptions would double under the Patrick budget.

Boston City Councilor Connolly Running for Mayor

John Connolly is announcing his mayoral candidacy today.

Markey, Lynch Agree to Six Debates Before Primary

Locations include Boston, Lowell, New Bedford, Worcester and Springfield.

Gomez to Launch Campaign This Week

Gomez, a former Navy SEAL, is planning several events this week to kick of his run for the U.S. Senate.

Markey, Lynch Seek Signatures and Donors

The congressmen each talk to voters about immigration reform.

Lynch, Markey Hit the Road, Republicans Get Started

Nomination papers deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 27

Boston Has Tons of Salt Ready for Snowstorm

The Department of Public Works started with more than 30,000 tons of salt this winter, and have only used a couple thousand so far.

CHART: Salaries of Massachusetts Mayors - Menino Tops List

Here's a look at what mayors across the Bay State earn each year.

Senate OKs $200M Withdrawal From Rainy-Day Fund to Offset Budget Gap

Part of the money will also be used to help employers pay for a rise in unemployment insurance rates.

Boston Police Using a Honda Civic as 'Bait' for Car Thieves

A donated 2000 Honda Civic will be used by the Boston Police Department for the purpose of catching car thieves.

Menino, Warren Highlight Dangers of NIH Research Funding Cuts

The two were joined by leaders of area hospitals and research universities at Boston Medical Center.

Guiding Entrepreneurs in Boston

Here are some tips for starting and financing a business in Boston.

Mayor Menino Announces $8.4 Million to Jumpstart Affordable Housing Construction

The funding will create almost 300 new construction jobs in Boston.