Massachusetts reports 978 opioid overdose deaths in 2025, a 27% drop, as prevention, treatment, and harm reduction efforts expand statewide.
Healey: Data centers must be self-powered, environmentally friendly
Gov. Healey outlines data center policy focusing on energy independence, environmental impact, and AI-driven infrastructure growth in Massachusetts.
House, Senate Now United on Need for Stronger Data Privacy Protections
Massachusetts House passes sweeping data privacy bill requiring consent for sensitive data use and expanding enforcement powers.
Massachusetts Jobless Rate Held at 4.7% in April
Massachusetts added 8,500 jobs in April while the unemployment rate remained at 4.7%, above the national rate, according to state officials.
App-Based Drivers’ Union Dives into Regulatory Thicket
Massachusetts’ newly certified app-based drivers’ union is urging regulators to delay proposed Uber and Lyft rules until contract negotiations begin.
