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

Marathon Runners, Charities Needed

Senate Passes Bill to Protect Animals in Case of Disasters

Town Name Cleared in Drowning of 10-Year-Old Last Summer

New $100 Bill in Circulation Tuesday

Bill Would Help Communities Improve Water, Sewer Infrastructure

Senate leaders on Beacon Hill have presented a proposal to help local communities borrow money to fix aging systems.

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.

Warren’s Offices Aren’t Answering Phones During Government Shutdown

Warren decides to minimally staff office and not have staff answer phone calls during shutdown.

Should Police Officers Be Fired for Swearing?

A bill at the State House would “prohibit inappropriate language use by sworn law officers.”

Library of Congress Web Site is Closed

Library of Congress Web Site is Closed

Government shutdown forces the country’s oldest federal cultural institution to close.

Sen. Edward Markey Compares Tea Party Republicans to Breaking Bad

Both Massachusetts senators criticized Republicans on Monday.

Head Lice and Cockroaches Are More Popular Than Congress

On the other hand, Congress is thought of more highly than the Kardashians.

Sen. Warren on Republicans: 'Hostage-taking is All They Have Left'

Sen. Warren: "We should be having a real debate about our budget – because we have real problems to solve."

Get Code Red Alerts from the Sheriff

USPS Looks to Increase Stamp Prices Again

Should Youths Be Allowed to Buy E-Cigarettes?

Warrant Open for Special Town Meeting

New Director to Take Over Library

The MBTA Has a New Twitter Handle

Animal Hospital Proposed for Waltham

The new facility would be located on Second Avenue.

17-Year-Olds Will Now Be Treated as Juveniles in Massachusetts Courts

Under the new law, 17-year-olds who are arrested will face a juvenile court judge, but that judge can still impose an adult sentence for certain more serious crimes.

Weekend, Night Bus Service May Be In the Works

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.

Kennedy: 'Diplomacy Cannot Be Mistaken for Complacency' in Syria

Congressman Joe Kennedy III took to Facebook after President Barack Obama's speech on Syria Tuesday night.

Proposed Bus Routes for Wellesley Revealed, Public Forum Thursday

Study: State's New Tech Tax is Nation's Highest

Pick the MBTA's New Map

See the changes coming to every station in the system.

Attorney General’s Office to Hold Open Meeting Law Forums in Oct.

Three educational forums to be held throughout the state.

‘Boston Strong’ License Plate Would Benefit Bombing Victims

Beer and Wine Sales May Come to Wellesley

Are Bike Lanes and Safety Signs in Wellesley's Future?

Fixed-Route Bus Service Begins in Wellesley This Fall

Markey Votes ‘Present’ on Syria Vote; What Do You Think?

Sen. Edward. J. Markey said he needs “to review all of the relevant classified materials relating to this matter before I make a decision as important as authorizing the use of military force.”

Mosquito With West Nile Found in Wellesley

Norfolk County Man Contracted West Nile Virus, State Confirms

The state Department of Public Health confirmed the second human case on Wednesday, and urges people to protect themselves from mosquitoes.

Avellone Proposes 'The Commonwealth Pledge'