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House GOP Leader Jones not running, ending decades at helm
House Minority Leader Brad Jones of North Reading announced Monday morning that he will not seek reelection this fall, capping off a 32-year career in the House. -
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. -
Anne Manning Martin joins the Republican race for lieutenant governor
She joins Anne Brensley, who’s been campaigning since September 2025. -
Mass. GOP candidates call for Trump to talk to Congress about Iran strikes
Two Republicans running to represent Massachusetts on Capitol Hill say the Trump Administration should be in constant communication with Congress. -
Rent control: The governor says no. Boston’s mayor says yes. It could be up to voters.
Supporters say it protects tenants. Critics warn it could backfire. With state leaders split, we break down why rent control is so controversial and what voters should know on GBH's All Things Considered. -
State senator who helped pass millionaire's tax, school funding reform won't run for reelection
Sen. Jason Lewis' decision sets up what promises to be a competitive race in Boston's northern suburbs. -
DiZoglio seeking second term amid audit standoff with fellow Democrats
The Methuen Democrat announced her releection bid one week after suing top state lawmakers. -
Commission rejects challenge to recreational marijuana repeal question
A state commission on Thursday dismissed an objection to the ballot question measure that would give voters an opportunity to repeal recreational marijuana legalization. -
Healey launches reelection campaign focused on cost-cutting, Trump's impact
"We're getting things done," Healey says in her campaign video. "But there's more for us to do." -
GOP Senate hopeful John Deaton on Mass. policy debates and global tensions
Running to unseat U.S. Sen. Ed Markey, Deaton weighs in on rent control, ICE enforcement and military intervention overseas.