Mayor Michelle Wu announces two grant opportunities to support arts, cultural, and creative programming in Boston neighborhoods.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey nominates Boston-based attorney Adam L. Sisitsky and Springfield-based attorney Tracy E. Duncan to the Massachusetts Superior Court.

Dr. Melissa L. Gilliam is appointed as the next president of Boston University.

Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut break new ground by signing a first-of-its-kind memorandum of understanding for multi-state offshore wind procurement, opening the door for innovative and collaborative practices in New England's clean energy sector.

Mayor Michelle Wu introduces the R.E.A.C.H. 1000 Mentoring Program, a pivotal initiative aiming to empower Black boys in Boston through mentorship, identity development, and self-esteem enhancement. The program seeks 1,000 mentors to provide guidance and access to educational opportunities for the next generation of BIPOC leaders.

In the face of nationwide threats to reproductive justice, Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell establishes Massachusetts's Reproductive Justice Unit.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu endorses labor attorney Benjamin Weber in the District 6 city council race, marking her fourth endorsement this election season and a potential shift in her strategy for building connections within city politics.

Boston's initiative to address liquor license inequity stirs debate, as the Mayor and city councilors call for 250 additional licenses in underserved neighborhoods over the next five years.

Boston secures over $5 million in grant funding to continue boosting digital equity.

In a collaborative effort, the Springfield Police Department and Hampden County Sheriff's Department announce their gun buy-back program taking place this month, aiming at reducing the risks associated with firearms. A broader initiative emphasizes the importance of responsible weapon ownership and safety awareness.

Bearing witness to the progressive investment in the state's tourism infrastructure, the Healey-Driscoll Administration has announced $1,998,130 in grants to 45 cultural and tourism projects.

Mayor Wu announces the next round of SPACE Grant applications now open, injecting additional funds into Boston's small businesses.

Military families and veterans brace for the effects of a potential government shutdown, as the Massachusetts Military Support Foundation prepares to offer essential aid amid uncertain times.