Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey supports a proposed ban on cellphones in schools during instructional hours to foster distraction-free learning and protect students' mental health.

DHS served Harvard with subpoenas for information on foreign students, amid claims of visa abuses and links to violence and terrorism. Harvard pledges cooperation, but faces increasing pressure and threats to its accreditation and federal funding.

Massachusetts' school meals program sees an uptick with 8.3 million more meals served, praises Wilmington Public Schools for culinary excellence, and faces challenges after federal cuts, but receives state funding support.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announces a $915,000 grant distribution to 100 local arts and cultural organizations, in partnership with the Mass Cultural Council, promoting cultural equity and the arts.

AG Campbell leads a coalition opposing the EPA's termination of the Environmental and Climate Justice Block Grant Program, which was intended to aid communities affected by environmental issues.

State Rep. Jim Hawkins introduced a bill to ban law enforcement, including ICE, from covering their faces while on duty in Massachusetts to increase trust and transparency.

Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell backs a legal effort to limit ICE and CBP enforcement in Los Angeles, citing immigration operations as a source of community fear and disruption.

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.