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Baker will not seek 3rd term as Mass. governor
Open race means greater chance of Democrats retaking corner office - 
                    
After devastating flood, Norwood Hospital breaks ground on new facility
Replacement hospital will be ready for 2024. - 
                    
What would it take for Baker to win a third term over the competition?
"The Republican Party has really shifted in the seven years that Baker's been governor," says Mike Deehan. - 
                    
For Baker, leaving the GOP seems prudent — so why won't he do it?
In politics, numbers don't tell the whole story. - 
                    
Baker Says State 'Ready to Assist' Afghan Refugees
Gov. Charlie Baker on Tuesday pledged that the Bay State is prepared to help refugees fleeing the country now under Taliban control. - 
                    
Baker Defends Local Control Over Masks In Schools
Governor says local districts know what's best for their communities. - 
                    
Baker Again Prods Reluctant Legislature On American Rescue Plan Spending
"We have to start making the investments I proposed now, not months from now," the governor said. - 
                    
Why Chang-Díaz Became The ‘Instant Frontrunner’ Among Democrats In The Governor's Race
“She has the backing of those young progressive activists, those very online activists," Lisa Kashinsky said. - 
                    
Gov. Baker Defends Handling Of Holyoke Soldiers’ Home Tragedy, Counters Criticism
Baker acknowledges “there was nowhere near enough supervision of Bennett Walsh,” but denies closer involvement in mismanagement at the home. - 
                    
Baker Seeks Two-Month Sales Tax Holiday
On Wednesday, the governor proposed a holiday from the state's 6.25% sales tax in August and September.