Rent control could hurt property values, local budgets long-term, report says
The real estate industry-backed report says the proposed rent limits could cost homeowners a combined $300 billion after a decade.
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With Ballantyne out, Burnley, Wilson shift focus to Somerville’s mayoral final
The incumbent finished a distant third in the preliminary election. -
Mass. health leaders say children under 4, adults over 65 ‘should’ get COVID shots
Children ages six months to 23 months “should” be vaccinated, according to the state’s public health department. -
Mass. attorney general weighs in on criticism over lowering flags for Charlie Kirk
In this case, she says Mass. law is “crystal clear.” -
Massachusetts Democratic Convention headed to Springfield
The main focus of the convention will be on approving the Democratic party's platform, including issues such as affordable housing, education and health care. It also asserts that much is at risk under President Donald Trump's administration. -
Josh Kraft ending mayoral campaign, clearing way for Wu victory
The Patriots owner’s son was trounced in Tuesday’s preliminary election, losing by a 49-point margin. -
Air pollution hotspots targeted in push for more monitoring
Environmental advocates and public health experts pressed lawmakers Wednesday to support proposals strengthening the state's network of air quality monitors that can track additional contaminants. -
Frank Baker trails incumbents in Boston’s at-large City Council race
Michelle Wu’s rout of Josh Kraft was the big news, but not the only noteworthy development. -
In Boston mayoral prelim, it's Wu in a landslide
Two months of campaigning remain, but the incumbent seems headed for a second term. -
5 big questions about Boston’s preliminary elections
The drama is there if you know where to look. -
Former Boston City Councilor sentenced to one month in prison for corruption charges
The sentencing wraps up a 9-month saga that began when Fernandes Anderson was arrested last December.
