Mayor Wu and the Boston Police Detectives Benevolent Society have ratified a new, reform-focused five-year contract, including operational changes and a 23% raise for detectives.

Anita Hill was honored with the inaugural "Drum Major for Justice" Award during the Golden Jubilee Gala of Boston's Roxbury Community College, marking the institution's 50th anniversary.

The Massachusetts Senate passed the "Healthy Youth Act" to update sex ed curriculum with lessons on gender identity, LGBTQ+ health, and consent, despite past failures in the House and opposition from conservative groups.

Massachusetts' Healey-Driscoll Administration has launched its Transportation Funding Task Force, led by Secretary Monica Tibbits-Nutt, to develop long-term financing for the state's transportation systems.

Efforts to extend Boston's free museum access beyond BPS students face delay as Councilor Durkan blocks an immediate vote, sending the proposal to committee. The current pilot program, praised by Mayor Wu, awaits assessment before any expansion.

Mayor Michelle Wu announces free swim lessons for needy children in Boston through the expanded Swim Safe program, targeting underserved communities to prevent drownings.

Newton has passed an ordinance requiring restaurants to use only reusable, recyclable, or compostable containers, also affecting utensil distribution.

Dr. Alan Sager, a professor with expertise in healthcare finance, has been appointed by Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio to the CHIA Oversight Council until 2025.

Gabrielle Wolohojian has been approved by the Massachusetts Governor's Council for a seat on the state Supreme Judicial Court, despite previous romantic ties with Governor Maura Healey.

Boston has cancelled the proposed relocation of the O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science amid community concerns over transportation access and potential demographic shifts.

Boston has made its urban tree data available to the public through Analyze Boston, providing details such as species, size, and benefits of local trees.

MassDOT partners with BU AdLab on the "mass DO NOT DISTURB" campaign, seeking to reduce distracted driving by promoting the use of the "do not disturb" feature among Boston drivers.

Governor Healey rejects the request to dispatch the National Guard to Brockton High School amidst disciplinary issues, opting for a safety audit and collaboration on solutions.