Salem and Lexington complied with the Massachusetts MBTA Communities Law, mandating zoning for multi-family housing near transit. They are the first to meet the requirements.

A health advisory in Massachusetts warns against contact with Alewife Brook in Cambridge due to a sewer overflow, posing health risks until December 13, 2023.

Twenty states, led by Massachusetts AG Andrea Joy Campbell, filed a brief supporting California's assault weapons ban in the Ninth Circuit Court, arguing it aligns with public safety without infringing on Second Amendment rights.

Boston celebrates the opening of the new BHA Police headquarters and appoints Shumeane Benford as the full-time chief, enhancing community safety and police presence.

MassDOT received $500,000 in federal funding to increase train service from Boston to Albany via Springfield, aiming for transportation and economic benefits.

Boston's Hammond Pond Parkway is under a $11.3 million renovation to improve safety and access, set for completion by 2025. The upgrade entails a roadway redesign and enhanced connections to local green spaces.

Governor Maura Healey nominates Manisha Bhatt, Bernadette Stark, and Michelle Yee to the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court, emphasizing their commitment to families and children. Their confirmations now depend on the Governor's Council's review.

Governor Maura Healey nominates Bessie Dewar for the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, praising her as a consensus builder with extensive experience. Dewar's confirmation is pending review by the Governor's Council.

Massachusetts has allocated $310,000 in federal funds to improve substance use disorder programs in prisons, aiming to aid incarcerated individuals and reduce addiction-related crime.

Massachusetts AG Andrea Joy Campbell and NY AG Letitia James lead 21 attorneys general in supporting an ATF proposal to expand background checks and reduce illegal gun trafficking.

Flags in Massachusetts are at half-staff by order of Governor Healey, in honor of fallen Waltham Police Officer Paul Tracey and National Grid worker Roderick Jackson.

An 18-year-old elected official, Julio Mejia, has proposed to lower the voting age to 16 for municipal elections in Lawrence, Massachusetts, aiming to increase youth engagement in government.

Boston City Council opposed relocating the O'Bryant School of Math and Science, demanding a BPS facility plan due to concerns about diversity and accessibility. Critics fear the move could impact the school's cultural ties.