Lawmakers plan raises for bar advocates, but it may not be enough to get them back to work
The bill calls for a $20 raise over two years, instead of the $35 raise the private defense lawyers were seeking.
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Senate Dems also oppose single-sex sports teams bill
The vote on July 16 effectively stalls the bill (S 350) filed by Republican Sen. Ryan Fattman, as Democrats aim to prevent it from advancing further in the legislative process. -
Healey names hospital lobbyist to Health Policy Commission board
After several days of fielding criticism about the move behind the scenes, Gov. Maura Healey on Friday named the state's top hospital lobbyist to a position at the regulatory agency that oversees virtually all major health care decisions — including those directly affecting his clients — in Massachusetts. -
Program to support drivers with autism would become permanent under state Senate vote
The Blue Envelope program provides police with communication tips with the goal of safer traffic stops. -
Mass. Rep. Lawn admits to facts in drunk driving case
Rep loses license and faces fines as attorney appeals for "mercy the court gives to first-time offenders" -
Mass. House votes to expand safeguards for abortion, gender-affirming care
Building on a 2022 state law, the new bill would protect patient data from out-of-state actors. -
Rep. Lawn arrested on OUI charge near State House
Lawn has represented parts of Watertown, Waltham and Newton in the House since 2011. -
Lawmakers looking for tools to close gaps in life expectancy, disease rates
The legislation seeks to expand MassHealth eligibility, bring more doctors to high-needs area, and otherwise make health care more accessible. -
Stats show shoplifting spike in Boston, officials say they’re working on it
Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox said mid-year statistics are difficult to discuss and attributed the rise to increased calls to police. -
Wu: Mass and Cass is ‘One step forward, two steps back, three steps forward’
The mayor acknowledged increased drug activity in the South End and other neighborhoods, but said the situation is improving overall. -
Boston Councilor pushes for neighboring towns to help pay Mass and Cass costs
The proposal would ask Boston suburbs to fund solutions around susbtance abuse and homelessness
