On a winter day in 2023, Joan Cenedella turned to her partner of almost 30 years, Fran Volkmann, and said she would like a bowl of chocolate ice cream. Volkmann said she could get it for her, “but you ...

Over 60% of Massachusetts homeowners could face a hidden home equity tax when they sell. Here's what triggers the tax—and how ...

Governor Healey approved the fiscal year 2026 budget on Friday, vetoing $130 million in planned spending and bringing the bottom line to $60.9 billion.

"These projects honor our shared history while telling the stories that have been left untold for too long," Gov. Maura ...

The XenboX concept began taking shape in the early aughts when Gordon walked into a Boulder, Colorado, new-age shop and ...

Every state has a capitol that houses its state legislature. Many are domed buildings similar to the US Capitol, but others ...

GOP Sen. Thom Tillis’ surprise retirement announcement has shaken up not only North Carolina’s Senate race, but also the ...

Gov. Maura Healey approved a $60.9 billion annual budget and rolled out a proposal to empower her administration with greater ...

Pedro Martinez, formerly of Chicago Public Schools, officially started his job Tuesday morning. For some, Martinez is a divisive choice, while others are confident he'll fight hard for student needs.

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According to a state survey conducted by a previous commission in 2023, most preferred symbols for the revised seal included the shape of Massachusetts, the coast or shoreline, or right whales.

The Massachusetts Seal, Flag, and Motto Advisory Commission launched an open call for proposals Thursday. It is the second effort to rethink the state's emblems since 2020, and the first one ...