Governor Maura Healey starts reform on MA state land compensation, establishing a commission to ensure fair PILOT funds distribution to cities, particularly in Western and Central MA.

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced an RFP for housing development on a 5.05-acre site in Bedford, Massachusetts, as part of the "State Land for Homes" initiative.

Boston commits $54.5 million to renovate neighborhood pools, enhancing community recreation and heat resiliency, with upgrades at facilities like the BCYF Clougherty Pool, and the introduction of programs like SwimSafe.

Governor Healey urges Republic Services to resume negotiations amid the ongoing labor strike, highlighting health risks from uncollected trash in Massachusetts.

Massachusetts celebrates Urban Agriculture Week, highlighting urban farming's role in providing fresh food and transforming city spaces, with the Healey-Driscoll Administration supporting growth through state funding and partnerships.

Mayor Michelle Wu celebrates R&B group New Edition with a dedicated day, including street renaming and a block party, honoring their Boston roots and musical impact.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed the Chapter 90 bill, allocating over $1 billion for transportation infrastructure, including $300 million for local roads and bridges, and funds for congestion management and climate resilience.

The local Council opposes the Trump Administration's effort to weaken the EPA's ability to regulate greenhouse gases, warning of increased costs and harm to vulnerable communities.

Massachusetts hospitals and HMOs have reported investing $1.2 billion in community benefits in FY 2024, with funds supporting health priorities and local needs, as per the AGO.

Boston Council supports SMFA Tufts professors' contract negotiations, urging the university to offer fair pay and equitable treatment to maintain academic standards and support the art community.

Massachusetts is celebrated as a top destination for outdoor recreation businesses, offering diverse activities and contributing to the state's economy.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed a law boosting health care providers' and patients' protections, focusing on privacy and access to reproductive care, amidst national political tensions.

The Trump administration may withdraw $156 million from Massachusetts' Solar for All program, impacting local households and jobs, despite the program's benefits highlighted by Governor Healey and Senators Warren and Markey.