The Cambridge Police Department has added a Ford F-150 Lightning to its fleet, showcasing their commitment to sustainability and modernization. This all-electric pick-up truck will serve in the Traffic Enforcement Unit.

John Monaghan has been named the new Colonel of the Massachusetts Environmental Police, succeeding interim Colonel Christopher Mason. Monaghan brings over 25 years of law enforcement experience to the role.

Massachusetts faces a trash crisis due to a strike by Republic Services workers demanding better wages and health coverage, leading to widespread waste buildup.

The Trump Administration withholds $108 million in education funding from Massachusetts, impacting programs for mental health and anti-bullying. Governor Healey and Lieutenant Governor Driscoll criticize the move.

Plymouth Police shared a weekly report on Facebook, detailing 851 incidents, 16 arrests, 50 crashes, 46 traffic stops, 30 alarm responses, and 64 medical checks, highlighting their community-focused law enforcement efforts.

Massachusetts declares July 6-12 as Hurricane Preparedness Week to encourage readiness for an above-normal hurricane season with potential intense storms.

Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts enacted a $60.9 billion budget for FY2026 with measures for fiscal responsibility, vetoing spending like non-union raises and instituting a hiring freeze.

Massachusetts food banks expect a surge in demand due to President Trump's bill, which introduces cuts to SNAP and Medicaid while continuing certain tax breaks.

Massachusetts AG Campbell leads a coalition of 13 attorneys general to safeguard transgender inmates' rights in the Jones v. Bondi case against Trump administration policies.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey nominated Judge Joanna Rodriguez and Attorney Lisa Core to the District Court, recognizing their extensive legal expertise.

Massachusetts AG Andrea Joy Campbell leads a multi-state effort to preserve humanitarian parole for over half a million immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, disputing the termination of the program by the previous administration.

Cambridge officials support the new Mass Ready Act, which allocates $2.9 billion for climate resilience and infrastructure improvements, with a focus on equity and environmental justice.

Massachusetts AG Campbell commends changes to the state's electric sector plans, promising cost savings for ratepayers and improved grid resiliency, reflecting her recommendations to the DPU.