The Healey-Driscoll Administration launched a $5 million Massachusetts grant program focusing on substance use disorder, emphasizing community-based prevention, recovery, and treatment efforts.

Workers at MASS MoCA, represented by UAW Local 2110, strike for better wages, demanding a higher hourly rate and cost of living increase, despite the museum's offer and ongoing negotiations.

The Healey-Driscoll Administration in Massachusetts has joined the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable to promote and expand the state's outdoor recreation industry, which is valued at $11.8 billion.

Massachusetts Governor Healey launched a $20 million campaign to end veteran homelessness, aiming for a "functional zero" status with housing and healthcare support.

Biden and Trump won the Massachusetts presidential primaries, possibly setting up a rematch in the general election. Voter dissent was noted, with some casting "no preference" votes.

The Massachusetts House is set to vote on a bill proposing to invest $245 million in the homeless shelter system while implementing strict stay limits.

Boston is replacing 80 gas stoves with electric in Dorchester's affordable housing through a $1 million federal grant, aiming for better air quality and carbon footprint reduction.

Massachusetts DOC Commissioner Carol Mici is set to retire on March 29, 2024, after over five years in her role, marking nearly 40 years in public service.

Mayor Wu and the OCO have announced the Love Your Block spring cleanups in Boston, inviting volunteers to participate in neighborhood beautification initiatives on Saturdays starting April 6.

Boston's All Girls Sports and Wellness Festival, designed for girls aged 7-14, will occur during the April school vacation and includes sports, wellness workshops, and speakers promoting active lifestyles.

Boston City Hall introduces free menstrual product vending machines to promote menstrual equity and combat period poverty.

Massachusetts expands the Medicare Savings Program, removing the asset limit and raising income thresholds, benefiting more elders with health care cost assistance.

Cambridge residents can vote on how to spend $2 million on city projects through Participatory Budgeting from March 7-17, with online, phone, and in-person voting options available.