Boston Mayor Michelle Wu will host the 84th tree lighting on Boston Common with Nova Scotia on December 4. The Pointer Sisters will perform at the event, which also includes a lighting ceremony on Commonwealth Avenue Mall.

Massachusetts reaffirms the importance of hepatitis B vaccinations for newborns amid discussions of vaccine schedule changes and misinformation about vaccines. Governor Healey emphasizes science-based policy and infant healthcare.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed a $2.3 billion budget for healthcare, education, and public safety, with provisions including universal school meals and a stand on immunizations if federal standards drop.

Massachusetts invests $4.1 million for workforce upskilling, offering free training to 700 adults in fields such as healthcare, aimed at boosting in-demand job skills.

Massachusetts AG Campbell secures a deal preventing DOJ restrictions on support services for survivors of violence, no matter their immigration status.

AG Campbell submitted a brief supporting Boston's Trust Act, which limits local aid in federal immigration enforcement, arguing it's legal and vital for public safety.

MassDEP has added two new air monitoring stations in Framingham and Saugus to measure PM2.5 and black carbon, part of a larger effort to improve air quality in Massachusetts.

Massachusetts AG Campbell wins court case to prevent the Trump administration from dismantling four federal agencies.

Suspended city attorney John Houton has sued Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, alleging his suspension and mayoral candidacy impediments are retaliation by her administration.

Governor Healey commended the near completion of the NECEC transmission line, expected to lower Massachusetts energy bills by $50M annually and deliver 1.2GW of hydropower from Québec.

Governor Healey urges President Trump to release LIHEAP funds for Massachusetts residents struggling with winter heating costs as delays persist post-government shutdown.

Massachusetts appoints Zenobia Moochhala as Undersecretary of Business Strategies, utilizing her experience in marketing and growth to foster economic development.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu confirms the 29th Annual Enchanted Trolley Tour to start the holiday season with tree lighting and Santa visits across 16 neighborhoods.