Markey is in, Lynch set to make an announcement Thursday and Brown reportedly considering throwing his hat into the race following Tuesday’s nomination of John Kerry as Secretary of State
Middlesex County Sheriff Peter Koutoujian recently lost a bet over the AFC Championship game.
Kerry will replace Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State.
Watertown's Capital Improvement Plan includes $11.7 million in projects that are yet unfunded, which do you like?
Nomination papers for candidate will be available soon.
The town's schools would get $1.6 million more in Chapter 70 school aid in Gov. Patrick's proposal.
U.S. Congressman Stephen Lynch reportedly plans to run for the seat John Kerry will likely vacate.
In wake of the John Burbine case, local lawmakers propose changes to the way sex offenders are registered.
Going to the residents for more taxes may not be popular, but local legislators say they like that the budget focuses on education and transportation.
Investing in education and transportation will boost the economy, the governor said Thursday.
The plan focuses on investments in transportation and education while calling for an income tax increase coupled with a lower sales tax.
Several openings are available for town residents interested in serving on a Watertown board.
See how many gun permits were issued in Watertown over the past five years.
Lt. Gov. Timothy P. Murray will not run for governor in 2014, citing the demands of campaigning, serving in elected office and his desire to spend more time with his wife and two young daughters.
The caucus will be held Feb. 10 to elect delegates for the convention in Lowell in June.
Massachusetts residents who lost their homes to foreclosure from 2008 to 2011 have until Jan. 18 to file a claim as part of a $25 billion settlement.
Are you attending the inauguration on Jan. 21? Upload your photos or videos and share the experience with your neighbors.
The town committee voted to support Rick Green to lead the Massachusetts State Republican Committee.
Councilors will receive laptops and all communication electronically.
Doing away with local housing boards is Gov. Patrick's idea for slashing public housing cost and corruption. Do you think that's a good idea?
Congressman Ed Markey sent a letter to Vice President Joe Biden Wednesday calling for a new assault weapons ban and improved background checks, among other measures.
Newton resident and State Treasurer Steve Grossman told WCVB's "On the Record" that he is "leaning strongly" toward running for governor.
Frank reportedly wants to stay to be part of the fiscal cliff debate.
The congressman said he is giving "serious consideration" to a run for Senate.
Boston.com is reporting an early salvo has been fired in what could be the Senate special election showdown.
The agreement reached between the White House and Congress doesn't address spending cuts and leaves another potential debt limit showdown on the table. It also increases taxes on income over $400,000. Is this a deal that works for you?
The law that goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2013 allows store owners to place scanners in the aisles, making shoppers do their own price checks, instead of individually marking each item.
Taxpayers have until midnight Dec. 31 to donate to their favorite non-profits. However, make sure you know who actually gets your money.
Watertown's Congressman Edward Markey says he will run for Sen. John Kerry's seat, if Kerry is appointed U.S. Secretary of State.
President, Congress have just a few days to avert automatic tax increases and spending cuts. A number of Massachusetts Congressman suggest cutting nuclear programs instead.
The Massachusetts senator reportedly will be the pick to replace Hillary Clinton as the country's top diplomat.
DiMascio denies any libel or wrongdoing in asserting that Woodland backed the measure to ask the Town Council to reverse the Citizens United ruling.
Mass. Senate Republican Leader Bruce Tarr plans to introduce legislation in January.
Does the massacre at Newtown, Conn., signal the need for a political debate on gun regulations?
In January, the cabinet will have new secretaries of finance, education, health and public safety.
A special post office box has been established for those wishing to send condolences to Newtown, Conn.
Pres. Obama's candidate for Secretary of State has withdrawn her bid to be top diplomat. Does that mean Mass. Sen. John Kerry is next up for consideration?
A move in the process could prevent delayed road repairs, such as have occurred this year.
A group recently petitioned to have an item on the agenda asking the Town Council to support reversing the Citizens United ruling.
Deval Patrick and Tigran Sargsyan met in the State House in and effort to strengthen relationships and celebrate Massachusetts' Armenian-American population.