Rent control: The governor says no. Boston’s mayor says yes. It could be up to voters.
Supporters say it protects tenants. Critics warn it could backfire. With state leaders split, we break down why rent control is so controversial and what voters should know on GBH's All Things Considered.
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Feds investigate Boston’s housing policies for discrimination against white people
The Boston mayor’s office pushed back, calling it an ‘unhinged attack’ from Washington. -
Boston Housing Authority delays funds to Section 8 landlords after lag in federal funding
BHA is only releasing 25 percent of December landlord payment, remaining balance will be issued upon receipt of federal government funding -
'Every bit helps': Chatham tries a new model for affordable housing
The town's purchase of a single-family home for affordable housing could become a model for other towns. But the deal hinged on altruistic homeowners selling their house to the Chatham Affordable Housing Trust well below market rate. -
Only 1 in 7 Greater Boston renters can afford a starter home, new report finds
The report offered policy recommendations on how to address the housing crisis, including funding incentives for cities and towns to increase their housing supply. -
Boston’s LGBTQ+ seniors build community in the Trump era
At a time when LGBTQ+ rights face renewed attack, the Pryde is a target and a refuge — a place where residents believe the strength of community is their most powerful tool in the ongoing fight for equality.
Priced Out
Competition for housing has driven up home prices to record levels across Massachusetts. Some of the biggest gains have happened in communities where residents can least afford to pay more. GBH News is exploring the impact in the series Priced Out: The fight for housing in Massachusetts.
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Renters can now petition to seal their eviction records in Massachusetts
State Sen. Lydia Edwards said the law is about "recognizing that one tough chapter shouldn’t define a person’s future." -
Real estate market’s still steady this spring despite cautious buyers
The real estate market in Greater Boston is staying steady amid a turbulent economy fueled by trade wars, federal funding cuts and a volatile stock market. -
Massachusetts homebuilders brace for tariffs to raise costs and slow housing production
Rising costs for construction materials could make it harder to address Massachusetts’ affordable housing shortage. -
Mass. antidiscrimination agency initiated first complaint since 2018
Training, $8,000 donation resolve case involving would-be tenant with emotional support dog. -
New Jamaica Plain housing project supports people coming out of homelessness
Largest permanent supportive housing project in Boston comes online.
