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Wolohojian appears poised to ride wave of support to state’s highest court
Wolohojian was nominated by the governor to sit on the Supreme Judicial Court. She is also the governor’s former romantic partner. -
Healey says ‘time has come’ for Steward to transfer its hospitals
Healey's letter and its razor-sharp tone represent a new forcefulness in the administration's response to Steward since the system's fiscal problems burst into public view last month. -
Breaking down Healey's new budget plan for Massachusetts
Revenue is plateauing, but the state still plans to spend more in the next fiscal year. -
Lawmakers open to Healey's bill allowing local tax hikes
The governor is putting her liquor-license reform proposal on hold. -
5 takeaways from Gov. Maura Healey's first State of the Commonwealth speech
Improving transportation, expanding access to child care and making housing more affordable remain priorities for the Massachusetts governor. -
Healey pushes for further investments in early education and child care
Gov. Maura Healey announced a proposal to expand a universal preschool program to all 26 "Gateway Cities" in Massachusetts by 2026. -
Healey stands by tax cuts after trimming state budget
Healey says the $1 billion in tax breaks were "imperative," despite a projected revenue shortfall. -
Healey cuts $375M in spending as tax collections lag
The state’s budget chief says cuts are unrelated to soaring shelter costs. -
Little resistance as Healey’s nominee glides toward SJC confirmation
Elizabeth "Bessie" Dewar would serve on the state’s highest court — and, despite questions about her young age and lack of experience on the bench, the council that can confirm her had nothing but high praises Wednesday. -
Healey outlines plan to pay mounting family shelter costs
Administration officials say they can keep the shelter system running without making other budget cuts by tapping surplus funds.