North End restaurateurs in Boston file a lawsuit against the city, claiming discriminatory treatment due to specific outdoor dining fees and a ban imposed only on their area.

Governor Maura Healey appoints Massachusetts State Rep. Josh Cutler as new Undersecretary of Apprenticeship and Work-Based Learning to enhance workforce development programs.

A civil rights group and attorney in Massachusetts aim to remove former President Trump from the ballot, citing his alleged role in the Capitol riots.

Residents of Plymouth will vote on a ban of 'nips' due to environmental and public health concerns, amidst debate over potential economic effects and fairness.

MassDOT opened 20 miles of shared use paths in 2023 to improve safety and encourage healthier communities, with an additional 25 miles planned for 2024.

Massachusetts awards over $380,000 in grants for water management and conservation in response to climate-induced flooding and droughts, aiding local infrastructure and ecological balance.

The Cambridge Fire Department is seeking volunteers to "adopt" and clear snow from fire hydrants, aiming to ensure quick emergency access and promote community service.

The Massachusetts DPU has initiated an inquiry to explore ways to make energy costs more manageable for residents struggling with expensive utility bills.

Cambridge Inspectional Services Department updates counter hours starting February 5 to improve service efficiency, seeking public patience during the transition.

Boston Public Schools may close or merge nearly half its schools due to student enrollment decline and outdated infrastructure. The district's plan points to uncomfortable changes ahead.

Massachusetts's Healey-Driscoll Administration invests $50 million in forest conservation to combat climate change and meet emissions targets by 2050.

DCR and Greenbelt partner to permanently protect Lynn Woods from development, securing over 2,000 acres as a public natural resource for recreation and conservation.

E. Denise Simmons has been elected as the mayor of Cambridge, Massachusetts, for a third term, succeeding Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui amid allegations of a toxic workplace.