Chris Sumner is appointed as the new executive director of Roxbury’s Melnea A. Cass Recreation Center and other sites, with the DCR announcing center improvements.

The Boston Police celebrated National Forensic Science Week, recognizing their forensic division's work and including comfort dog Copper in the festivities.

Nominations for Boston's Legacy Business Awards are open until November 1, 2024, spotlighting long-standing local businesses that contribute to the community.

Massachusetts leaders issue guidance for K-12 schools to combat hate and bias, backing it with grants for hate crime prevention and genocide education.

Mayor Michelle Wu appoints Kathy Kottaridis as Director of the Office of Historic Preservation to advance Boston's preservation efforts and celebrate its history.

Massachusetts receives a $37.8 million federal award to boost microelectronics in the Northeast, as part of a $269 million investment in U.S. technology projects.

Mayor Michelle Wu joined the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department and Boston Police for Open Streets East Boston, engaging with locals and distributing educational materials and goodies.

Massachusetts launched the Massachusetts 250 initiative, celebrating 250 years of American independence with upcoming cultural and community events, backed by funding to promote tourism and history.

The Boston Police partnered with The Healthy Room Project to refurbish rooms for needy children, creating inspiring spaces and fostering positive relations.

Massachusetts Governor Healey and Lieutenant Governor Driscoll awarded $15.3 million to improve IT for HCBS providers, benefitting 63 organizations and supporting MassHealth members' care.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and BPS Superintendent Mary Skipper addressed ongoing school bus delays, with efforts underway to improve punctuality, amid calls for state oversight.

Boston allocates $7 million from ARPA funds, championed by Mayor Wu, to aid first-time homebuyers and local small businesses to bolster economic recovery and equity.

Massachusetts schools are set to receive over $40 million in federal grants to support literacy programs and enhance student assessments, with a focus on closing achievement gaps and advancing STEM education.