Gov. Deval Patrick Says He Might Run for President

Patrick, who's nearing the end of his eight-year run as governor, made the comments in an interview with WCVB.

State Tax Amnesty Program Kicks Off for 300,000 Taxpayers on Labor Day

Unpaid penalties will be waived on overdue Massachusetts taxes that are paid by Oct. 31 by 300,000 qualifying taxpayers.

Boston Officials Appeal Preliminary 2013 FEMA Flood Maps

The city is looking to ensure the maps “best reflect the current flood risk of Boston.”

Group Sues City to Stop Installation of Sidewalk Ramps

A Beacon Hill collective believes concrete sidewalk ramps will hinder the cultural appeal of the neighborhood.

Governor Patrick Signs Gun Safety Legislation

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

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.

Senate Approves New West Nile Virus Protection Bill

Sponsored by Sen. Jason Lewis, the bill aims to eliminate mosquito breeding grounds in storm drains and catch basins.

Officials Look to Honor Former Mayor Flynn With Monument

A pair of city councilors plan to find a spot in the city for a statue or other monument.

Mass. Officials: Asian Longhorned Beetle Eradicated from Boston Area

Officials plan to discuss the update on Monday morning in Jamaica Plain.

Should Massachusetts Legalize Pot?

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

Boston's 2013 Mayoral Race Considered Most Expensive in State History

Boston Mayor Martin Walsh spent more than $3 million in the race, which broke the record of what was spent by former Mayor Thomas Menino.

Mayor Walsh Looks to Fine-Tune Rental Inspections Throughout the City

The mayor wishes to have inspectors focus more on landlords who have a history of code violations.

Stephen Lynch Part of Congressional Delegation to Ukraine

The bipartisan group will also be visiting Israel.

Support Pouring in for Former Boston Mayor After Cancer Diagnosis

Thomas Menino, 71, announced over the weekend that he is undergoing treatment for an advanced form of cancer.

Boston Mayor Boycotts St. Patrick's Day Parade Over LGBT Controversy

Walsh has threatened to boycott the parade for weeks, demanding gay groups be allowed to march.

Former Boston Mayor Thomas Menino Diagnosed With Cancer

Menino, 71, is undergoing treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Should Bars, Restaurants Stay Open Later in Boston?

A proposed plan would allow certain venues to remain open until 3:30 a.m.

Boston Mayor May Boycott St. Patrick's Day Parade

Mayor Walsh is opting to boycott the parade unless organizers allow gay and lesbian groups to march.

What Do You Think About Boston’s Snow Plowing This Winter?

Give your praise, voice your concern and let the town know what you think about snow plowing this winter.

Forest Hills, Other MBTA Bus Stations to Receive Countdown Clocks

The clocks will notify riders when the next bus on each route will leave.

Former USDA Administrator to Formally Announce Lt. Governor Run Friday

Holliston resident James Arena-DeRosa will launch his campaign at the Red Cross Food Pantry in Roxbury.

Coakley Up Big on Baker in New Gubernatorial Poll

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

Casino Construction Could Result in Spread of Toxic Chemicals

Dust from contaminated soil could blow through the region if construction on the site is approved.

Annual Boston Homeless Census Reveals 3.8% Increase

The number of homeless children increased by 4.3 percent from 1,971 to 2,056 this year.

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.

Mayor Marty Walsh Dons Denver Broncos Jersey After Pats AFC Loss

The Mayor followed through with his promise of wearing a Peyton Manning jersey following the Pats' loss to Denver in the AFC Championship Game.

Patrick Announces Plan to Clean Up State's Child Welfare Department

The announcement comes months after a five-year-old Fitchburg boy went missing.

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.

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.

Markey Critical of E-Cigarette Use During Golden Globes

The Massachusetts Senator and three other Democratic senators sent a letter to NBCUniversal and the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.

Patrick, Keating: Not So Fast on New Flood Maps

Feds OK $8M Grant for Marathon Bombing Victim Assistance

The money will help groups that assisted in the bombing's aftermath.

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.

Bedford Company Tasked to Fix State Health Insurance Site

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

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.

Walsh Fills Cabinets with New and Old Faces

Walsh Sworn in as Mayor

Walsh promised action on school reform and more during his inaugural speech.