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Massachusetts House and Senate move toward housing goals

Massachusetts is facing a housing crisis, and the clock is ticking. The state needs to build 222,000 new homes by 2035 to meet demand, according to Gov.

 

Mass. Senate wants to address primary-care doctor shortage

Out of medication and without a doctor — her former physician had left Hawthorn Medical Associates three months earlier — Fairhaven resident Noelle Aubin was given a 60-day prescription and sent on her way.

 

As Massachusetts ballot initiatives multiply, critics want to limit them

This year, eight initiative petitions are likely headed to voters on the November ballot. The Legislature, which had a chance to approve the measures last month, opted not to approve any of them, requiring ballot committees to gather additional signatures this month.

 

Massachusetts House passes bill safeguarding libraries from book bans

Home to the first public library and the first public school in the country, Massachusetts is known for education.

 

How to cut energy bills? Massachusetts Senate, House disagree

Reducing Massachusetts residents’ electric and gas bills has been a top priority on Beacon Hill this session.

 

Ballot proposal for income tax cut sparks debate in Massachusetts

This November, Massachusetts voters may be asked to approve a state income tax cut from 5% to 4%. Supporters say the tax cut would give the state a competitive edge, boost the economy and improve affordability.