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.

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.