Ex-Massachusetts Inspector General’s son busted for alleged child pornography, met up with 13-year-old at mall
The son of the former Massachusetts state inspector general has been busted for alleged child pornography, according to the feds.
Healey says Massachusetts "not a sanctuary state," but law prevents police from enforcing ICE detainers
Federal authorities are threatening to investigate state officials who don't comply with immigration enforcement policies.

Candy would lose sales tax exemption in Massachusetts

Candy would lose sales tax exemption under Massachusetts governor's budget proposal
New Mass. state budget proposes tax on candy
Trump has… Pete Hegseth’s ex-wife recently gave a new statement to the FBI about the defense nominee’s alcohol use, according to two sources familiar with the matter, an issue that has become a source of controversy during his confirmation process.
Two proposals in new Mass. state budget could affect candy and traffic
Two proposals in the new Massachusetts state budget have sparked debate, with one involving candy and the other involving cameras. Candy may soon be taxed across the state, and cameras could be coming to intersections.
Schools in Massachusetts' second largest city won't coordinate with ICE, warn about agents at bus stops
School bus drivers in the second largest city in Massachusetts are urged to keep students on the bus if an immigration agent is waiting for them.
‘A dark specter’: In Massachusetts, Trump administration threats against ‘sanctuary cities’ have chilling effect
The Justice Department ordered federal prosecutors to investigate state or local officials who they believe are interfering with the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration.
Maura Healey files $62 billion Massachusetts budget as post-pandemic revenue slowdown limits spending
Gov. Maura Healey filed a $62B FY26 budget proposal that attempts to address slower revenue growth during the post-pandemic era by relying on a voter-approved surtax to buoy spending decisions and
Teen dancers descend on Massachusetts to compete in the ‘American Idol’ of ballet
Some might call it the “American Idol” of ballet dancing. Hundreds of young ballet dancers from the Northeast spent the past few days in Massachusetts auditioning for a prestigious scholarship at the Youth America Grand Prix.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey says she won't get in way of federal immigration officials
Gov. Maura Healey said there is no reason to be concerned about it because Massachusetts is not a so-called "sanctuary state."
Massachusetts owes $2.1B to federal government | Morning in America
Massachusetts is facing the fallout from a massive money mistake and now owes the federal government $2.1 billion. Gov. Maura Healey says the issue stems from federal COVID-19 funds being used to pay unemployment benefits the state should have covered.
School closings, delays in Massachusetts for Wednesday, Jan. 22
Due to the cold temperatures, some schools in Massachusetts are delaying school start times. The following school districts have announced delays — and at least one closing — for Wednesday, Jan. 22. This list is continuously updated. To refresh this list, click here.
Massachusetts man found with gun after taking tour of the US Capitol, no injuries reported
WASHINGTON (7News) — A Massachusetts man stopped shortly after taking a tour on the U.S. Capitol grounds Tuesday was found with a gun in his waistband and had been experiencing mental health issues, according to U.S. Capitol Police (USCP).
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RMV is seeing low numbers of Massachusetts residents obtaining a Real ID: How to apply
The deadline to get a Real ID in Massachusetts is fast approaching and according to the RMV many residents still need one.