Politics

Massachusetts voters face 40+ ballot questions in 2026, with growing frustration over ignored audits and reliance on initiative petitions.

In honor of 'National Veep Day,' we take a look at some of the Vice Presidents of the United States with a connection to Massachusetts.

Just a few months ago we were telling you about the new Massachusetts laws going into effect for 2022. Now nearly a dozen new bills have been introduced with hopes of becoming laws, too. Every year the Massachusetts legislature works out which bills will become laws. If you grew u...

Did you know that in Massachusetts, fortune tellers are legally required to be licensed. If not, they could face a fine – and they should have seen it coming.

From a minimum wage increase to a potential egg shortage, there's a lot on the plate of the Bay State in the coming year.

MASS VOTER INFORMATION --- HOW TO REGISTER (Online-By Mail-In Person) Time is running out to register to vote if you are not currently register.  As of today, there are 21 days left to election day.   The deadline to register is by October 24th…ten days before election day. What could be the...

MASS VOTER INFORMATION --- HOW TO VOTE EARLY (IN PERSON) What could be the most important election of your lifetime will take place on Tuesday, November 3rd.  In order to help you navigate through the deluge of information being presented through social media, politicians, the media, your next-door neighbor and a number of other sources, between now and election day we will be providing you with “

The provision would give inmates fair protection from a sometimes-deadly virus, particularly where there's overcrowding. It also would, in turn, protect the public.

The election will be Monday, May 6, at the Community Center. The Council on Aging is hosting a candidate forum there on Friday, May 3, at 7 p.m.

Great news for eligible Berkshire County residents, this tax season you'll be able to get free tax help through the VITA program.