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More Lowell Voters Support Hybrid Electoral System Over Ranked-Choice Voting
The majority of Lowell voters cast ballots in support of changing the city's electoral system from all at-large city councilors to a hybrid system on Tuesday. -
Lowell Residents To Vote On New Electoral System
In a nonbinding vote, residents will choose between two systems: ranked-choice voting and a hybrid system with eight district councilors and three at-large councilors. -
Everett Seeks To Change Electoral System, Official Says
The city clerk says he is convening a meeting to consider a system where ward councilors are elected solely by residents within their wards. -
The Somerville Mayor's Race Is All About The Politics Of Real Estate
Incumbent Mayor Joe Curtatone's opponent, Marianne Walles, says when it comes to economics, Curtatone's progressive image doesn’t hold up. -
Mass Officials, BU Faculty Unveil New App Designed To Stop Labor Traffickers
Dubbed RESULT, the app is meant to be used by law enforcement and investigators on their phones to help them understand and identify the signs of trafficking. -
Following Political Scandal, What Comes Next For Fall River?
While incumbent Fall River mayor Jasiel Correia has suspended his re-election campaign, his name still remains on the ballot. Now scandal-weary residents wonder if they've seen the last of Correia. -
Cape Cod Officials To Release Report On Dealing With Sharks
Cape Cod officials are expected to release a long-awaited report on ways the tourist destination can deal with a growing population of great white sharks. -
Fall River Mayor Jasiel Correia Survives City Council's Effort To Oust Him
A judge ruled Thursday that the Fall River city council misinterpreted the city charter in trying to temporarily remove the mayor. -
Boston Says A Dorchester Pot Shop Is A Move Towards Equity. It's Not That Simple, Residents Say
Neighbors in parts of Boston targeted in the state's marijuana equity policies are not happy about pot shops opening in their communities. -
Vape Ban Lawsuit Moves To Boston Federal Court
Vape shop owners say the governor's ban on the sale of their products is unconstitutional.
