George Floyd's uncle, Selwyn Jones, urged for police reform at the Massachusetts State House, as DOJ retracted settlements with Minneapolis and Louisville police.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey initiated the first Military Appreciation Day to honor military community members with a ceremony, speeches, and performances at the State House.

Protesters disrupted Worcester's State of the City address over ICE operations, reflecting the community's unrest despite city manager Eric Batista's discussions on public safety and infrastructure plans.

Mayor Michelle Wu celebrated the opening of Pok Oi Residences, a new affordable housing development in Boston's Chinatown, created in partnership with multiple agencies and designed to preserve the neighborhood's accessibility and character.

Governor Maura Healey nominates five attorneys as Associate Justices of the District Court in Massachusetts to handle a wide range of cases, awaiting the Governor’s Council review.

Boston Mayor Wu led a recreation of the 1965 Freedom Rally, unveiling "1965 Freedom March Square" as part of the city's Boston250 celebrations and commitment to racial justice.

AG Andrea Joy Campbell supports a legal challenge against President Trump's Executive Orders targeting diversity and inclusion initiatives alongside other states.

Mayor Michelle Wu leads over 30 U.S. cities/counties in Supreme Court amicus brief to protect the CHNV Parole Program for immigrants from countries like Cuba and Haiti.

Governor Maura Healey unveiled the "Deconstructing Stigma" mental health exhibit, featuring personal stories to combat stigma and promote openness in seeking help for mental health issues.

Boston Councilor Ed Flynn calls for Chief of Economic Opportunity Segun Idowu's resignation following the arrests of two City Hall aides on domestic violence charges.

The Boston City Council has passed a resolution urging the federal government to sustain cancer research funding amid potential federal cuts, emphasizing the importance for local medical research and the economy.

Boston City Council passed an ordinance to empower the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT), enhancing city services and digital governance.

Pedro Martinez is appointed as the new commissioner for DESE in Massachusetts, bringing over two decades of experience from his current role in the Chicago Public Schools.