Not Enough Young People Signing Up for Obamacare

About 40% of the enrollment would need to be young people in order to keep premiums down, experts say.

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.

Stamp Prices to Increase in 2014

Get ready to pay a little bit more to mail a letter in the new year

State to Private Employers: Send Your Workers Home Early Tuesday

Scott Brown Sells Wrentham Home. Is He Moving to NH to Run for Senate?

Brown's home expected to close this week. He owns a summer home in Rye, NH.

NHTSA: Seat Belts Will Be Required in All New Commercial Buses

Measure is aimed to reduce injuries and fatalities in crashes.

Massachusetts Senate Passes Minimum Wage Increase

Bill now moves to the House of Representatives for debate.

Google Agrees to Pay State $357,000 to Settle Claims

Multistate settlement also implements policy changes.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

MA Residents Frustrated Trying to Sign Up for Health Plans Under Obamacare

Boston Herald report finds frustrated applicants due to computer glitches

Could Marijuana Be Legalized in Massachusetts by 2016?

Group hoping for referendum to go before voters in next presidential election.

Tolman Announces Run for Attorney General

Former state senator joins two other democrats in race for Martha Coakley’s seat

FDA Targets Trans Fat in Processed Foods

Measure would remove artificially manufactured fats from ingredients’ lists

Did You Know There’s an Online Tool for Massachusetts Jurors?

Once you receive your summons for jury duty, you can handle all you need to on the state’s juror service website.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Coakley’s Top Aide Launches Attorney General Bid

Maura Healey officially announces candidacy for office.

Senate Approved Bill Includes Funds for Low Income Heating Assistance

Bill includes $20 million for heating assistance to address delays in funding following the federal government shutdown.

State Launches Online Lemon Law Qualification Application

Senate Passes Bill to Protect Animals in Case of Disasters

Measure would ensure the safety of people with pets in emergency situations.

Federal Shutdown Halts Home Heating Aid

Residents who rely on this program may face a long, cold winter.

Plan to Pay More to Heat Your Home This Winter

More than 90 percent of homeowners in the U.S. will see higher heating expenses this year.

Public Hearing to be Held on Fall Town Meeting Warrant

A public hearing will be held on Oct. 21 at 7:30 p.m. in advance of the Nov. 18 fall town meeting.

AG Warns of 'Deed Collection Services' Scam

Don't pay $50 to $90 for something you can get for free or at minimal charge from the Registry of Deeds.

Could Massachusetts Become an Early Voting State?

A constitutional convention this week includes an amendment to allow early voting in the state

Do You Support Creating a Registry of Animal Abusers?

Legislation to be filed Friday, and if approved, would list all those convicted of animal cruelty in the Bay State.

MassDOT Launches Notification System for Major Bridge Projects

New system emails notifications to commuters on mega projects and planned highway events.

Jan. 7 Election Set to Replace Rep. Winslow

Massachusetts Tourism Impacted by Shutdown

National parks, and historic sites throughout the state closed following shutdown.

What’s Next for Scott Brown?

With his Wrentham home on the market, speculation grows as to what the former U.S. senator’s next move may be.

Government Shutdown Could Force National Parks, Historic Sites to Close

Minute Man National Park, Faneuil Hall and Bunker Hill Monument among many to be impacted.

Should the Speed Limit Be Raised to 70 MPH on Some Highways?

A bill would raise the speed limit on portions of the Massachusetts Turnpike and Route 95.

American Flags at Half Staff Today

Flags fly at half staff in memory of Sept. 11, 2001.

Selectmen Have Full Agenda on Tuesday, Sept. 10

Here is a copy of the agenda including an Open Forum at 7:45 p.m.

Brown for President? Wrentham Republican Says He's Considering White House Run

Sales Tax Holiday This Weekend: Bliss or Boondoggle?

Woo-hoo! No 6.25 percent sales tax this Saturday and Sunday. But — a good or bad thing?

State Sen. Timilty Comes Out Against Moosehill 40B

Retailers Anxious For Sales Tax Holiday Passage

Boston Business Journal reports some retailers are not waiting for the Legislature to make a decision this year.