News Summary In response to rising unemployment rates, Massachusetts has extended unemployment benefits to 30 weeks in Springfield, where the unemployment rate has hit 5.2%.
News Summary Springfield, Massachusetts is witnessing an uptick in its unemployment rate, now at 5.2%, triggering an automatic extension of unemployment benefits from 26 to
News Summary Yvonne Hao, the first woman and person of color to serve as Massachusetts Economic Development Secretary, has announced her resignation effective May 2025.
News Summary The Group Insurance Commission (GIC) in Massachusetts is confronting a severe financial crisis, projecting a $20 million monthly deficit. With funds potentially exhausted
News Summary Yvonne Hao, the first female and person of color to serve as Massachusetts’ economic development chief, has announced her departure from the Healey
News Summary Massachusetts is at risk of stagflation, highlighted by rising inflation rates and the impact of tariffs. Economic challenges could lead to decreased consumer
News Summary Massachusetts has solidified its position as a key player in the venture capital landscape, coming in third nationwide for deals and value in
News Summary Massachusetts is set to invest $779,397 in 62 small businesses through the Biz-M-Power Grant Program. The initiative aims to support local entrepreneurs by
News Summary James Hawker, a resident of Whitman, Massachusetts, won $200 a week for life from a scratch ticket, leading to a one-time cash payment
News Summary The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has announced a two-year delay in enforcing electric truck sales requirements for manufacturers struggling with supply issues.
