The national lifeguard shortage was far from the minds of the hundred or so experienced or novice lifesavers who came from all around Greater Boston to participate in this year’s Golden Guard training event at the Waltham YMCA.
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House approves omnibus maternal health bill
BOSTON — Pregnant individuals and new mothers could soon benefit from expanded physical and mental health care options under a sweeping maternal health bill the House unanimously passed on Thursday. Representatives say the legislation (H 4773) could stem the tide of deteriorating maternal health outcomes, particularly among people of color, by creating a pathway for […]
Republican Senator blocks climate bill again over natural gas concerns but agrees to Tuesday debate
A Senate Republican blocked a climate bill for the second time over concerns he had with provisions targeting natural gas.
Senate Republican blocks climate bill that targets natural gas access in Massachusetts
Massachusetts Senate Republicans temporarily blocked a climate bill from advancing Thursday over concerns they had with provisions on natural gas.
Massachusetts joins 48 other states in outlawing ‘revenge porn’ after Healey signs bill
Massachusetts joined 48 other states Thursday in banning so-called “revenge porn.”
Boston smashes high temp record, 108 heat index, as ‘dangerous heat’ peaks in Massachusetts
Boston smashes high temp record, 108 heat index, as ‘dangerous heat’ peaks in Massachusetts