Newport, RI|News|
Rhode Island Sending 22,000 Driver Violation Notices To MA
The unreported violations that occurred in Rhode Island date back to 2017 and were never previously shared with the Massachusetts RMV.
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Boston, MA|News|
This Broken Axle Caused The Red Line Derailment In June
The train in question was a matter of weeks away from a semiannual inspection that would have detected the issue.
Beacon Hill|News|
Joe Kennedy Mulling Senate Run Against Ed Markey
"I hear the folks who say I should wait my turn, but with due respect -- I'm not sure this is a moment for waiting," Kennedy said.
Boston, MA|News|
Birds Rebound, But Well-Known Insect Soon To Be Endangered In MA
Things are looking brighter for the bald eagle and peregrine falcon, but not so much for a couple other species in Massachusetts.
Boston, MA|News|
Harvard Pilgrim, Tufts Health Care Agree To Merge
Two of the state's largest health insurers announced plans to merge, creating a single, larger rival to Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Boston, MA|News|
Water At 200+ Beaches Was Potentially Unsafe, New Report Says
Water quality woes are common at Massachusetts beaches, where water tested positive for potentially hazardous levels of bacteria last year.
Boston, MA|News|
MA Traffic Reaches 'Tipping Point:' State Report Surprises None
Peak traffic inside Route 128 runs 14 hours a day, which is one of many issues crippling transportation around the Commonwealth.
Boston, MA|News|
Red Line Derailment Video Released By MBTA: Watch
The June 11 derailment is expected to continue to cause delays through the summer.
Beacon Hill|News|
MA Still Doesn't Have A Budget — And Leaders Don't Seem To Mind
State lawmakers, who have blown past deadline for the ninth straight year, may not have the FY2020 budget set until after the holiday.
Beacon Hill|News|
'Tens Of Thousands' Of Warnings On MA Drivers In RMV Bins: Probe
The RMV has suspended hundreds of driver's licenses after it was revealed it failed to suspend the license of the driver in the N.H. crash.
Beacon Hill|News|
MBTA Fare Hike Takes Effect Today; Protests Planned
Derailments and delays aren't stopping it. Here's much more you'll be paying starting Monday, July 1.
Beacon Hill|News|
Here Are Some New Rules For Marijuana In Massachusetts
The Cannabis Control Commission worked through five specific policy issues Tuesday, including home delivery of marijuana.
North Andover, MA|News|
Historic Bust: Largest Drug Takedown In AG's Office History
The Attorney General's Office said it "dismantled a major drug trafficking operation" in the takedown, which resulted in a dozen arrests.
Beacon Hill|News|
Emotionally Charged Abortion Debate Hits MA State House
While opponents and supporters of the bill debated inside, crowds swarmed the State House steps.
Boston, MA|News|
MBTA Still Stumped On Derailment, No Timeline On Restored Service
Commuters should account for delays of up to 20 minutes through the weekend, MBTA General Manager Steve Poftak told reporters Friday.
Beacon Hill|News|
Religious Exemption Targeted Amid Measles Outbreaks
A state lawmaker from Haverhill filed a bill that would remove the religious exemption for vaccinating schoolchildren.
Somerville, MA|News|
Innovative, Controversial School Plan In Potential Jeopardy
The school model would "set a dangerous precedent statewide," the Massachusetts Teachers Association said.
Beacon Hill|News|
State Launching Campaign Aimed At Teens This Week
The social media campaign will be targeted at 12- to 18-year-olds to teach them about healthy friendships and romantic relationships.
Beacon Hill|News|
President Trump Calls For Elizabeth Warren To Resign
The latest attack in the rivals' war of words saw President Trump call into a local radio show and accuse Warren of "defrauding the public."
Beacon Hill|News|
Your Government Inaction
The State House was populated by two main groups this week: people asking for things to be done, and people not doing them.
