Mayor Michelle Wu celebrated achievements in Boston's home ownership initiatives, announcing phase three of Welcome Home, Boston, which aids first-time, middle-income homebuyers.

Republic Services has sued Teamsters Local 25 for "unlawful and dangerous conduct" amid a trash strike in Boston, with further legal battles involving clients and competitors over service disruptions. Negotiations remain stalled as trash piles up.

Massachusetts launches a Live Theater Tax Credit Pilot Program to boost live performances and stimulate the state's economy, offering up to $7 million in annual tax credits.

Massachusetts AG Campbell is co-leading a suit with 20 states against the Trump Administration for unlawfully halting FEMA's BRIC program, which funds disaster mitigation projects.

Massachusetts officials announced a $10 million investment in workforce training for English learners, aiming to connect workers and employers and counter federal cuts to adult education funding.

Boston's Mayor Michelle Wu declares a heat emergency from July 16-18 due to extreme temperatures. The city prepares with increased emergency services and cooling centers.

New Hampshire approves "social districts" allowing public drinking in designated areas, effective September 5, aimed at boosting socializing and local economies.

Massachusetts Attorney General secures $1.6 million for Medicaid from a $202 million multi-state Gilead Sciences settlement over illegal kickbacks for HIV drugs.

Massachusetts AG Campbell leads a lawsuit with 23 AGs and governors against the Trump Administration for freezing $6.8 billion in educational grant funds, affecting programs and violating fiscal laws.

Cambridge Police Senior Academy invites seniors to learn about local law enforcement and public safety through events offering direct interaction with officers.

Boston's convention center is renamed after the city's longest-serving mayor, Thomas Menino, to honor his significant role in developing the area into a vibrant business and tourism district.

Massachusetts DCR's Summer Nights Program enters its 11th year, offering free recreational and educational activities to urban youth, with expanded services reaching around 20,000 teens and young adults.

Boston City Council supports Teamsters Local 25 waste workers in their contract dispute with Republic Services, focusing on fair pay and improved conditions.