Boston has been recognized by the NDIA as a "Visionary Digital Inclusion Trailblazer" for its efforts towards digital equity. The city partnered with Computers 4 People and Crown Castle to provide laptops and hotspots to underserved residents.

Governor Maura Healey nominated four attorneys for Massachusetts' Probate and Family Court, pending confirmation by the Governor’s Council. These nominees are expected to impact family legal issues statewide.

Massachusetts State Police pilots StarChase technology to safely track fleeing vehicles, showing success in capturing suspects without high-speed chases.

Lori Streeter is appointed as the new Interim Franklin County Sheriff by Governor Maura Healey, taking over after Sheriff Christopher Donelan's retirement.

Massachusetts joins other states in suing to block a Trump administration directive pausing federal grant and loan programs, citing separation of powers concerns.

Governor Maura Healey has implemented a policy that prohibits the use of NDAs in employment cases across the executive branch, ensuring settlements are public records.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and other mayors are called to testify in Congress on their cities' sanctuary policies amid GOP scrutiny and federal immigration law compliance concerns.

Josh Kraft, son of Patriots owner Robert Kraft, has filed to run for Mayor of Boston, challenging incumbent Mayor Michelle Wu. He's known for charity work and aligns as a Democrat.

Boston City Hall has been designated as a historic landmark, ensuring the preservation of its Brutalist architecture and reflecting the city's commitment to its cultural heritage.

Massachusetts AG Campbell secures a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sacklers, providing up to $108 million for the state to aid opioid crisis relief efforts.

Massachusetts Governor Healey nominates Sarah Turano-Flores for Associate Justice of the Land Court, following Lauren Reznick's prior nomination, subject to confirmation by the Governor's Council.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announces a $64.2 million investment for 637 affordable housing units across eight neighborhoods, advancing zero-emissions goals and economic diversity.

Newton City Council enacts a generational ban on tobacco and e-cigarette sales to anyone born after March 1, 2004.