Chelsea residents rallied at city hall to protest against ICE detentions, including two young men with documentation. The community expressed solidarity and called for action.

Cambridge reached a settlement with Harvard Chabad, allowing a new building for Chabad's use, following U.S. Magistrate Judge Page Kelley's mediation, with the City aiming to respect diversity and legal obligations.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announces new initiatives to support the LGBTQ+ community, including $125,000 in legal service grants and the launch of a 90+ member partner network.

Boston approves new developments, including a cancer hospital, creating housing, jobs, and improving infrastructure, with contributions to public funds and a focus on equitable growth.

The Boston Police Department initiated a Safe Space program with local businesses to offer refuge for individuals experiencing crisis, aiming to enhance community safety and inclusivity.

City Council criticizes the renaming of U.S. Navy ships including USNS Harvey Milk and others honoring civil rights figures, viewing it as a step back for inclusivity.

Boston City Council supports a Blue Ribbon Commission to address rising office vacancies in the downtown area due to the impact of remote work on commercial property values.

The Healey-Driscoll Administration and MLSC announced $29.9 million in tax incentives for 33 life sciences firms, expected to create 1,519 jobs in Massachusetts.

Massachusetts AG Campbell joined a coalition of attorneys general suing to challenge the Trump Administration's use of the CRA to revoke California's vehicle emission standards waivers.

AG Campbell joins 22 states in opposing Trump's military deployment in California, submitting an amicus brief to back CA's injunction to block the action.

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson resigned due to federal corruption charges, including wire fraud and theft. She admitted to financial misconduct with public funds.

Boston merges its Pride parade with "No Kings" protests in a celebration of defiance against Trump administration policies on a day marking Trump's birthday.

Boston hires a law firm for an inquiry into allegations of misconduct by aide Segun Idowu, involving unwarranted sexual advances. An altercation linked to the claims resulted in the arrest of two city staffers.