Massachusetts introduces the First Peoples First Stewards Children's Library to share Native American authors at DCR sites, highlighting Indigenous histories and stewardship.

Cambridge increases parking fines by $10 to improve parking turnover and fund city initiatives starting February 1, 2026.

US mayors form coalition against a surge of federal agents in Minneapolis-St. Paul, arguing it's unconstitutional and back Minnesota's lawsuit seeking to halt their deployment.

Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts has proposed a budget that includes a $1.2 billion investment over four years for municipal transportation projects, along with a new infrastructure repair program called FAIR.

Mayor Michelle Wu launched the Madison Park Co-op Initiative in Boston to offer vocational students from Madison Park Tech Vocational High School paid co-op roles in city departments.

Boston completes its first environmental sensor network, delivering air quality and climate data to assist city planners and activists in addressing environmental issues.

Mayor Michelle Wu declared a cold emergency in Boston due to extreme cold and wind chills forecasted. Warming centers will open and residents are advised on safety and heating system maintenance.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has announced a plan to reduce utility bills, with electric bills cut by 25% and gas by 10% for February and March, funded by the state. However, these are deferrals to be recollected later.

Massachusetts AG Campbell leads a coalition of 21 attorneys general to maintain an injunction against a Trump policy that could bar international students from the U.S.

Governor Maura Healey nominates Craig Mulcahey for Associate Justice of the District Court and LaKeshia Parker Small for Juvenile Court in Massachusetts.

Massachusetts launches a FAFSA completion data dashboard to help increase college affordability and aid application rates, investing in resources to support students seeking financial aid for education.

A Massachusetts judge has issued a preliminary injunction against Kalshi, an online trading platform, for operating like an unlicensed sportsbook, following legal action by the state's Attorney General.

The Massachusetts DPU has saved electric customers money by approving 47 Municipal Aggregation Plans, with participants expecting savings of $2.36 to $18.60 monthly until July 2026. These plans also exceed the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard.