As elections near, prisoners and advocates push for voting rights behind bars
Proponents began a petition drive to expand voting rights behind bars and to ensure ballot access for those who are still entitled.
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Boston releases review of streets, including new bus and bike lanes
The report said the city moved too fast on certain projects and was "heavy handed" in its communication. -
How federal cuts to education will impact Massachusetts schools
Former education secretary Paul Reville discussed the clawback of unspent pandemic relief funds. -
Jeff and Julie Kinney have big plans for Plainville
Author of the bestselling “Wimpy Kid” series is writing a new chapter for his adopted hometown. -
Massachusetts prisons set up more people with ‘essential’ IDs as they reenter society
Applying for a job. Opening a bank account. Cashing a check. Picking up a prescription. To do any of those tasks, you need an ID. -
Amid fed funds squeeze, millionaire's tax money gives Mass. a chance to invest in new programs
State lawmakers will decide how to spend $1 billion on top of the regular budget for education and transportation
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