Massachusetts declares September "Emergency Preparedness Month" to promote disaster readiness, partnering with state agencies and nonprofits for community engagement and education.

Massachusetts State Police enforce 'Move Over' law heavily during Labor Day weekend to ensure safety for roadside workers after recent fatal incidents.

Governor Healey criticizes Trump administration for canceling $34 million funding for Salem's offshore wind terminal, impacting jobs and economic growth.

The Boston Election Department issues reminders about the Preliminary Municipal Election on September 9, 2025, voter registration deadline, early voting options, and preparations for an inclusive and efficient voting process.

Boston City Council supports Fenway Park food staff in contract dispute; denounces Aramark's pay and automation practices, and affirms workers' right to strike.

AG Campbell led a coalition to release $184M in AmeriCorps funds blocked by the Trump Administration's OMB, preserving critical community service programs.

Boston Mayor Wu prepares the city for student move-ins, coordinating services like waste removal and transportation, and highlighting resources like Boston 311 for a smooth transition.

Boston marks International Overdose Awareness Day and sees a 38% drop in overdose deaths in 2024. City Hall to light up in purple, 20,000 flags on Boston Common for lives lost, and naloxone access is expanded.

Governor Healey criticizes President Trump's CDC actions, moves to protect Massachusetts vaccine standards and health care amid federal policy conflicts.

Boston officials are implementing a safety strategy for school transportation following a kindergartener's death, per a Boston Government publication.

AG Campbell leads defense for Colorado's conversion therapy ban at SCOTUS, with 21 attorneys general supporting the law that prevents licensed professionals from changing minors' sexual orientation or gender identity.

City introduces 200 solar-powered BigBelly bins to reduce litter and rodent issues, encouraging residents to sort waste correctly for efficient recycling.

An audit finds significant oversight failures at DESE, revealing it did not effectively investigate reports of educator abuse, delayed resolving special education complaints, and failed to ensure LGBTQ student safety.