Massachusetts Politics

Massachusetts Governor Implementing Hiring Freeze Amid Economic Pressures

News Summary Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has announced a hiring freeze for the state's executive branch starting May 27, as…

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Proposed $880 Billion Medicaid Cuts Spark Controversy in Massachusetts

News Summary House Republicans have proposed significant cuts to Medicaid, aiming to reduce funding by at least $880 billion to…

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Massachusetts Launches ‘Safety Cloud’ to Protect Drivers and First Responders

News Summary The Massachusetts State Police have introduced 'Safety Cloud,' a technology designed to enhance road safety by alerting drivers…

1 month ago

Controversy Over Quincy Parking Garage Earmark

News Summary Massachusetts House Speaker Ron Mariano faces criticism for a $25 million earmark for a parking garage in Quincy,…

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Massachusetts Attorney General Files Multistate Lawsuit Against Trump Administration

News Summary Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell, along with 17 other states and D.C., has filed a lawsuit against the…

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Boston Faces Major Funding Cuts to AmeriCorps Programs

News Summary Boston is reeling from significant cuts to the AmeriCorps program, with nearly $400 million slashed nationwide. This impacts…

2 months ago

Somerville Arrest Causes Outrage Over Free Speech Rights

News Summary In Somerville, Massachusetts, the unexpected arrest of graduate student Rumeysa Ozturk by federal agents sparked widespread protests and…

2 months ago

Governor Healey Denounces Trump’s Attacks on Massachusetts Universities

News Summary Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has publicly condemned former President Donald Trump's ongoing attacks on universities, particularly focusing on…

2 months ago

Governor Healey Addresses Federal Cuts Affecting Science

News Summary Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey expressed strong concerns about the impact of federal funding cuts on scientific research in…

2 months ago

Massachusetts Enforces Strict Fines for Child Labor Violations

News Summary Massachusetts has significantly increased penalties for child labor violations at major fast-food chains, including Dunkin', McDonald's, and Subway.…

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