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As Mass. Republicans cheer State House wins, Beacon Hill's Democrat majority eyes another Trump term
Republicans picked up a seat in the state Senate, while the balance of power remains unchanged -
Write-in candidates add some competition to sleepy legislative election season
A handful of candidates for Massachusetts House and Senate seats made the general election ballot through successful write-in campaigns in the September primary. -
State lawmakers weigh independence, structure of Cannabis Control Commission as they consider reforms
After months of internal turmoil at the CCC, the Legislature is examining if changes would help the agency work better for consumers and businesses. -
After her sudden death, Rep. Williams Gifford remembered as an inspiration to conservative women
The longtime state representative, a Wareham Republican, died from cancer at age 64. -
Amid ballot fight, state auditor offers ideas for more transparency from Beacon Hill
Lawmakers didn't comply with Auditor Diana DiZoglio's review, which recommends changes like an easier-to-use website. -
Boston restaurant owners feeling hopeful as new liquor licenses become available
More than 200 licenses will be distributed over the next three years. -
A question to repeal new Mass. gun law could be on the 2026 ballot
The law, signed in July, puts wide-ranging restrictions on guns and is the subject of multiple court challenges. -
Boston seniors urge Beacon Hill to approve Wu property tax plan
Seniors said the mayor’s tax plan would ease their financial burdens. -
‘The clock is ticking’: New report says Beacon Hill inaction could hurt the state's economy
One lawmaker negotiating the final economic development bill says they could strike a deal in the next few weeks. -
Lawmaker feels 'sense of optimism' for strained shelter system from work-permit progress
Nearly 4,000 migrants in the state's shelter system are now authorized to work in the United States, state data shows.