High school sports in Massachusetts just got a lot more interesting. Thanks to a unique program, students are now behind the lens, capturing the excitement of the games. This past weekend, two talented photographers from Somerset Berkley Regional High School, Bryson Cain and Calder Troutman, showed what they can do. They snapped over two dozen stunning photos coverin...
A new opportunity is opening up for women in Massachusetts prisons. Boston College is teaming up with the state's Department of Correction to bring education to those behind bars. This isn't a new idea, but it's expanding. Since 2019, the Boston College Prison Education Program has been running at MCI-Shirley. Now, it's reaching out to MCI-Framingham as well. The go...
Massachusetts is facing a significant challenge with health insurance costs. In 2026, eight major health insurers proposed an average rate increase of 13. 4% for individuals and small businesses in the "merged market. " This segment includes around 721, 400 people, excluding government-run programs like Medicare and Medicaid, as well as plans for larger companies. T...
In Massachusetts, the cost of child care is a major issue. The price tag for a toddler's care at a child care center is around $19, 961 a year. This is nearly double the national average. It is a significant barrier for many families. Two women, Lauren Birchfield Kennedy and Sarah Siegel Muncey, are working to change this. They met over a decade ago and bonded over t...
Many leaders in higher education are worried. Over 180 of them have joined forces to speak out against what they see as government overreach. They believe that political interference is now threatening the future of colleges and universities across the nation. This is a big deal. It's not just about one school or one state. It's about the whole system of higher educa...
Phil Johnston was a man who believed in the power of government to do good. He was a liberal through and through, always dreaming of a better world and a more just society. His political journey began with Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 presidential campaign, but his true inspiration came from Franklin D. Roosevelt and the New Deal. Johnston saw the New Deal as a model for...
Robinhood has been called out by Massachusetts regulators for its new prediction markets hub. This hub allows users to bet on various events, including college basketball games. The Secretary of the Commonwealth, Bill Galvin, has sent a subpoena to Robinhood, seeking information about the hub's launch and user activity. The hub, launched on March 17, lets users buy ...
The weather in New England is always a bit of a wildcard. It is not over yet. The remnants of last night's chill might bring a few snowflakes or sleet pellets in the early hours. It is not going to be a big deal. The snow will not stick around for long. The only places that might see a light dusting are north of Fitchburg, Nashua, and Portsmouth, New Hampshire. ...
A Massachusetts state trooper, Michael Proctor, has been dismissed from his job. The decision came after a thorough review by the Massachusetts State Police Trial Board. The board found Proctor guilty of serious misconduct. This included sending inappropriate texts and sharing confidential information about a case. The case in question is the Karen Read investigation...
Health care costs in Massachusetts are spiraling out of control. In 2023, the average resident spent $11, 153 on health care, with family health insurance premiums hitting $26, 355. This is the second-highest in the country. On top of that, families had to shell out an extra $2, 715 out of pocket. This surge in costs is outpacing regional inflation, making it a press...