"Let me be clear," Gov. Baker said in a Friday afternoon press conference, "we can not continue to do the same thing and expect a different result." Baker added that the MBTA issues required some "big league talent" in order to get solved as quickly and effectively as possible. More>>
Former Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney will not run for president in 2016. Three weeks after unexpectedly saying he was considering a third campaign for the White House, the former Massachusetts governor told members of his staff during a Friday conference call that he is out of race.More>>
Scott Brown is filing for retirement, according to an application filed with the Massachusetts State Treasurer's office that was obtained by FOX25 Political Reporter Sharman Sacchetti.More>>
In assembling the team that will guide his new administration, Republican Gov. Charlie Baker reached across the political spectrum and often tapped associates from his time as cabinet secretary. They are a "Baker's Dozen" - 13 people who will be instrumental in shaping policy decisions and steering the direction of Baker's first term.More>>
Attorney General-elect Maura Healey is vowing to use regular public meetings, online forums and social media to keep an open door with the public. Healey will unveil her plan for a new Division of Community Engagement when she takes her oath of office during a ceremony at Boston's historic Faneuil Hall.More>>
Wednesday, April 1 2015 7:26 AM EDT2015-04-01 11:26:35 GMT
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The Massachusetts House of Representatives has two new members. Republican Hannah Kane won a special election on Tuesday to represent Shrewsbury and Westborough, while Democrat Adrian Madaro won a special election to represent East Boston.
The Massachusetts House of Representatives has two new members. Republican Hannah Kane won a special election on Tuesday to represent Shrewsbury and Westborough, while Democrat Adrian Madaro won a special election to represent East Boston.
Sunday, March 22 2015 1:49 PM EDT2015-03-22 17:49:01 GMT
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U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren is hosting an event aimed at linking up Massachusetts business owners with federal agencies looking to purchases goods and services.
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren is hosting an event aimed at linking up Massachusetts business owners with federal agencies looking to purchases goods and services.
Sunday, March 22 2015 10:07 AM EDT2015-03-22 14:07:34 GMT
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A group of U.S. mayors is gathering in Boston to discuss key urban issues including housing and transportation, and the wage gap separating the rich and poor.
A group of U.S. mayors is gathering in Boston to discuss key urban issues including housing and transportation, and the wage gap separating the rich and poor.
Friday, March 13 2015 3:01 PM EDT2015-03-13 19:01:49 GMT
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Seeking support in the state hosting the nation's first presidential primary, former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush faces a mixed history of voting for members of his family.
Seeking support in the state hosting the nation's first presidential primary, former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush faces a mixed history of voting for members of his family.
Friday, March 6 2015 1:34 PM EST2015-03-06 18:34:42 GMT
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Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker and state Attorney General Maura Healey are among those urging the U.S. Supreme Court to strike down remaining state bans against gay marriage.
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker and state Attorney General Maura Healey are among those urging the U.S. Supreme Court to strike down remaining state bans against gay marriage.
Wednesday, March 4 2015 4:33 AM EST2015-03-04 09:33:51 GMT
Charlie Baker faces the toughest hurdle of his brief tenure as governor Wednesday when he unveils his proposed state budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1.
Charlie Baker faces the toughest hurdle of his brief tenure as governor Wednesday when he unveils his proposed state budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1.
Friday, February 20 2015 6:29 AM EST2015-02-20 11:29:24 GMT
BOSTON (AP) - U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren will continue her tour of Massachusetts with stops along the state's South Coast. Warren is scheduled to begin Friday with a private meeting with Fall River Mayor Sam Sutter, state lawmakers and local officials at Fall River City Hall.
BOSTON (AP) - U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren will continue her tour of Massachusetts with stops along the state's South Coast. Warren is scheduled to begin Friday with a private meeting with Fall River Mayor Sam Sutter, state lawmakers and local officials at Fall River City Hall.
Thursday, February 19 2015 3:33 PM EST2015-02-19 20:33:11 GMT
The Massachusetts Health Connector is extending hours and adding workers at its walk-in and call centers ahead of Monday's deadline to complete an application and pick a health plan.
The Massachusetts Health Connector is extending hours and adding workers at its walk-in and call centers ahead of Monday's deadline to complete an application and pick a health plan.
Saturday, January 31 2015 11:08 AM EST2015-01-31 16:08:41 GMT
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren has repeatedly said she's not running for president in 2016, but that isn't discouraging her most ardent supporters. This weekend backers of the Massachusetts Democrat say they're planning to hold more than 200 house parties across the country to pressure Warren to change her mind.
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren has repeatedly said she's not running for president in 2016, but that isn't discouraging her most ardent supporters. This weekend backers of the Massachusetts Democrat say they're planning to hold more than 200 house parties across the country to pressure Warren to change her mind.
Tuesday, January 20 2015 1:46 PM EST2015-01-20 18:46:19 GMT
Gov. Charlie Baker says the state is facing a $765 million budget deficit. The Republican governor is expected to announce what steps he hopes to take to close a deficit he has blamed on excessive spending.
Gov. Charlie Baker says the state is facing a $765 million budget deficit. The Republican governor is expected to announce what steps he hopes to take to close a deficit he has blamed on excessive spending.
Saturday, January 17 2015 11:45 AM EST2015-01-17 16:45:13 GMT
When Attorney General Martha Coakley leaves office Tuesday, she'll be ending a public career that's spanned nearly two decades and propelled her into the top law enforcement job in Massachusetts.
When Attorney General Martha Coakley leaves office Tuesday, she'll be ending a public career that's spanned nearly two decades and propelled her into the top law enforcement job in Massachusetts.
Friday, January 16 2015 8:46 AM EST2015-01-16 13:46:32 GMT
Mayor Walsh announced the appointment an Interim Commissioner of Veterans' Services in a press release on Friday. Giselle Sterling, who previously served in the U.S. Marine Corps, said that she was humbled at the opportunity to continue working with her fellow veterans.
Mayor Walsh announced the appointment an Interim Commissioner of Veterans' Services in a press release on Friday. Giselle Sterling, who previously served in the U.S. Marine Corps, said that she was humbled at the opportunity to continue working with her fellow veterans.
Wednesday, January 7 2015 11:49 AM EST2015-01-07 16:49:25 GMT
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The Democratic-controlled state Legislature begins a new two-year session on Wednesday, a day before a new Republican governor takes office on Beacon Hill.
The Democratic-controlled state Legislature begins a new two-year session on Wednesday, a day before a new Republican governor takes office on Beacon Hill.
Tuesday, December 30 2014 11:10 AM EST2014-12-30 16:10:56 GMT
Massachusetts is gearing up to welcome its newest mayor. Bristol County District Attorney Sam Sutter is set to take the oath of office as Fall River mayor on Tuesday morning.
BOSTON (MyFoxBoston.com/AP) - Massachusetts geared up to welcome its newest mayor on Tuesday morning, as Bristol County District Attorney Sam Sutter took the oath of office as Fall River mayor on Tuesday morning.
Tuesday, December 16 2014 6:51 PM EST2014-12-16 23:51:01 GMT
Republican Gov.-elect Charlie Baker said Tuesday that he considers heroin and opioid addiction to be a major problem in Massachusetts and that it will be an early focus of his administration after he takes office.
Republican Gov.-elect Charlie Baker said Tuesday that he considers heroin and opioid addiction to be a major problem in Massachusetts and that it will be an early focus of his administration after he takes office.
Wednesday, November 12 2014 9:25 PM EST2014-11-13 02:25:42 GMT
It's the trial that cast a shadow of corruption over Beacon Hill. In federal court Wednesday, a judge found that convicted former probation commissioner John O'Brien will face up to 71 months in prison.
It's the trial that cast a shadow of corruption over Beacon Hill. In federal court Wednesday, a judge found that convicted former probation commissioner John O'Brien will face up to 71 months in prison.
Tuesday, November 11 2014 7:07 PM EST2014-11-12 00:07:36 GMT
Governor-elect Charlie Baker has chosen Chelsea city manager and Democrat Jay Ash to be the secretary of the state's housing and economic development agency, according to a Baker adviser.
Governor-elect Charlie Baker has chosen Chelsea city manager and Democrat Jay Ash to be the secretary of the state's housing and economic development agency, according to a Baker adviser.
Monday, November 10 2014 10:11 PM EST2014-11-11 03:11:02 GMT
In a wide ranging one on one interview with FOX 25, Governor-elect Charlie Baker told us how he'd tackle a big problem in current state government: management failures.
In a wide ranging one on one interview with FOX 25, Governor-elect Charlie Baker told us how he'd tackle a big problem in current state government: management failures.
Friday, November 7 2014 5:30 AM EST2014-11-07 10:30:17 GMT
Casino companies and their supporters spent nearly $14 million in their successful campaign to defeat a ballot question on repealing the state's casino law.
Casino companies and their supporters spent nearly $14 million in their successful campaign to defeat a ballot question on repealing the state's casino law.
Wednesday, November 5 2014 9:11 PM EST2014-11-06 02:11:32 GMT
Democrat Martha Coakley conceded the Massachusetts governor's race in a speech Wednesday. Approximately an hour after Coakley's speech, Baker, now the governor-elect, spoke, thanking the voters of Massachusetts.
Democrat Martha Coakley conceded the Massachusetts governor's race in a speech Wednesday. Approximately an hour after Coakley's speech, Baker, now the governor-elect, spoke, thanking the voters of Massachusetts.
Tuesday, November 4 2014 11:27 PM EST2014-11-05 04:27:07 GMT
Democrat Martha Coakley and Republican Charlie Baker battled for governor of Massachusetts in a nail-biter Tuesday, with each seeking a measure of political redemption.
Democrat Martha Coakley and Republican Charlie Baker battled for governor of Massachusetts in a nail-biter Tuesday, with each seeking a measure of political redemption.
Tuesday, November 4 2014 9:03 AM EST2014-11-04 14:03:38 GMT
The two major political party candidates for governor of Massachusetts have cast their ballots. Democrat Martha Coakley voted at the West Medford Fire Station soon after polls opened Tuesday morning and Republican Charlie Baker voted a little later at First Church in his home town of Swampscott.
The two major political party candidates for governor of Massachusetts have cast their ballots. Democrat Martha Coakley voted at the West Medford Fire Station soon after polls opened Tuesday morning and Republican Charlie Baker voted a little later at First Church in his home town of Swampscott.
Tuesday, November 4 2014 5:33 AM EST2014-11-04 10:33:23 GMT
The fate of casino gambling is just one of four ballot questions being put to Massachusetts voters. The questions - which also touch on expanding the state's bottle deposit law, repealing a measure related to the gas tax, and allowing workers to accrue sick time - are getting almost as much attention as the top political races.
The fate of casino gambling is just one of four ballot questions being put to Massachusetts voters. The questions - which also touch on expanding the state's bottle deposit law, repealing a measure related to the gas tax, and allowing workers to accrue sick time - are getting almost as much attention as the top political races.
Monday, November 3 2014 4:57 PM EST2014-11-03 21:57:35 GMT
State Secretary William Galvin is predicting nearly 2.3 million Massachusetts voters will cast ballots in the election, close to the number who voted in 2006, the last time there was an open race for governor.
State Secretary William Galvin is predicting nearly 2.3 million Massachusetts voters will cast ballots in the election, close to the number who voted in 2006, the last time there was an open race for governor.
Monday, November 3 2014 11:41 AM EST2014-11-03 16:41:08 GMT
The candidates seeking to succeed Democratic Gov. Deval Patrick made their final pitches to voters in the closing hours of the campaign on Monday, while also taking time to attend the funeral for longtime Boston Mayor Thomas Menino.
The candidates seeking to succeed Democratic Gov. Deval Patrick made their final pitches to voters in the closing hours of the campaign on Monday, while also taking time to attend the funeral for longtime Boston Mayor Thomas Menino.
Monday, November 3 2014 6:16 AM EST2014-11-03 11:16:12 GMT
In less than 24 hours, voters will decide who will be the new Governor of Massachusetts. Polls open at 7 a.m. on Tuesday morning, and voters who expect to be out of town have until noon on Monday to apply for an absentee ballot.
In less than 24 hours, voters will decide who will be the new Governor of Massachusetts. Polls open at 7 a.m. on Tuesday morning, and voters who expect to be out of town have until noon on Monday to apply for an absentee ballot.
Friday, October 31 2014 10:35 AM EDT2014-10-31 14:35:19 GMT
Democratic candidate for governor Martha Coakley is headed to New Bedford to meet with fishermen and representatives of the Massachusetts fishing industry.
Democratic candidate for governor Martha Coakley is headed to New Bedford to meet with fishermen and representatives of the Massachusetts fishing industry.
Most Massachusetts voters are continuing to shun political party labels. More than 53 percent of the state's 4.3 million registered voters are independent, having decided not to enroll as a Democrat or Republican.
Most Massachusetts voters are continuing to shun political party labels. More than 53 percent of the state's 4.3 million registered voters are independent, having decided not to enroll as a Democrat or Republican.
Republican Charlie Baker and Democrat Martha Coakley sharpened their attacks on each other during their next-to-last televised debate for Massachusetts governor.
Republican Charlie Baker and Democrat Martha Coakley sharpened their attacks on each other during their next-to-last televised debate for Massachusetts governor.
Sunday, October 26 2014 12:20 PM EDT2014-10-26 16:20:56 GMT
Democrat Martha Coakley and Republican Charlie Baker are on the hunt for votes as the race for Massachusetts governor enters its final week of campaigning before the Nov. 4 election.
Democrat Martha Coakley and Republican Charlie Baker are on the hunt for votes as the race for Massachusetts governor enters its final week of campaigning before the Nov. 4 election.
Friday, October 24 2014 12:40 AM EDT2014-10-24 04:40:09 GMT
A new Boston Globe poll released Thursday shows that Republican Charlie Baker has a 9-point lead over Democrat Martha Coakley in the race for governor.
A new Boston Globe poll released Thursday shows that Republican Charlie Baker has a 9-point lead over Democrat Martha Coakley in the race for governor.
Tuesday, October 21 2014 10:52 PM EDT2014-10-22 02:52:21 GMT
Two weeks away from election day, and nearly every poll you see shows Democrat Martha Coakley and Republican Charlie Baker tied. Tuesday night, in an energetic Boston Globe-WGBH debate, both candidates stepped it up in their latest attempts to tilt the balance of this race.
Two weeks away from election day, and nearly every poll you see shows Democrat Martha Coakley and Republican Charlie Baker tied. Tuesday night, in an energetic Boston Globe-WGBH debate, both candidates stepped it up in their latest attempts to tilt the balance of this race.
Monday, October 20 2014 7:28 PM EDT2014-10-20 23:28:16 GMT
Republican candidate for governor Charlie Baker called Governor Deval Patrick's decision to transfer hundreds of managers to union jobs "an unusual move and obviously an eleventh hour move given that he made this decision two weeks before the election, and a couple of months before the end of his term."
Republican candidate for governor Charlie Baker called Governor Deval Patrick's decision to transfer hundreds of managers to union jobs "an unusual move and obviously an eleventh hour move given that he made this decision two weeks before the election, and a couple of months before the end of his term."
Thursday, October 16 2014 9:22 PM EDT2014-10-17 01:22:57 GMT
Before former President Bill Clinton made an appearance for Democratic gubernatorial candidate Martha Coakley, Republican challenger Charlie Baker struck Thursday with criticism that she should have done more to disclose that a lawsuit she filed could benefit a nonprofit housing agency run by her campaign finance committee co-chair.
Before former President Bill Clinton made an appearance for Democratic gubernatorial candidate Martha Coakley, Republican challenger Charlie Baker struck Thursday with criticism that she should have done more to disclose that a lawsuit she filed could benefit a nonprofit housing agency run by her campaign finance committee co-chair.
Martha Coakley showed some fire Tuesday night, and Charlie Baker held his own as all five candidates for governor debated each other. Will it be enough to break out of this tie?
Martha Coakley showed some fire Tuesday night, and Charlie Baker held his own as all five candidates for governor debated each other. Will it be enough to break out of this tie?
Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg is wading into Massachusetts politics, endorsing Republican Charlie Baker for governor and Democrat Seth Moulton in the state's 6th Congressional District.
Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg is wading into Massachusetts politics, endorsing Republican Charlie Baker for governor and Democrat Seth Moulton in the state's 6th Congressional District.
The state's child welfare agency is now taking center stage in the Massachusetts race for governor. On Monday, both candidates took jabs at the other and criticizing each other's level of commitment.
The state's child welfare agency is now taking center stage in the Massachusetts race for governor. On Monday, both candidates took jabs at the other and criticizing each other's level of commitment.
Friday, September 26 2014 8:33 PM EDT2014-09-27 00:33:10 GMT
While candidate for governor Charlie Baker is leading in a new poll, he's also ahead in fundraising dollars. If anything polls show this race is very much in play.
While candidate for governor Charlie Baker is leading in a new poll, he's also ahead in fundraising dollars. If anything polls show this race is very much in play.
Former DCF Commissioner Olga Roche was ousted from her job in May, but when she finally left, Governor Deval Patrick told reporters she would be staying on as a paid consultant until August 1, 2014. When Fox 25 began asking questions Monday about whether or not Roche is still currently working as a consultant at DCF, HHS Spokesman Alec Loftus told us Roche has been on family medical leave, and asked for privacy.
Former DCF Commissioner Olga Roche was ousted from her job in May, but when she finally left, Governor Deval Patrick told reporters she would be staying on as a paid consultant until August 1, 2014. When Fox 25 began asking questions Monday about whether or not Roche is still currently working as a consultant at DCF, HHS Spokesman Alec Loftus told us Roche has been on family medical leave, and asked for privacy.
The role of women voters in this year's race for governor is proving to be an important one. One issue that made national news, that had many women weighing in at different political events on Tuesday was the NFL.
The role of women voters in this year's race for governor is proving to be an important one. One issue that made national news, that had many women weighing in at different political events on Tuesday was the NFL.
Wednesday, September 10 2014 7:42 PM EDT2014-09-10 23:42:17 GMT
In a stunning defeat, nine-term incumbent U.S. Rep. John Tierney on Tuesday lost a bitter Democratic primary contest to political newcomer Seth Moulton in the state's 6th Congressional District.
In a stunning defeat, nine-term incumbent U.S. Rep. John Tierney on Tuesday lost a bitter Democratic primary contest to political newcomer Seth Moulton in the state's 6th Congressional District.
Democratic Attorney General Martha Coakley and Republican Charlie Baker are moving on to November after winning the nominations of their respective parties for governor on Tuesday.
Democratic Attorney General Martha Coakley and Republican Charlie Baker are moving on to November after winning the nominations of their respective parties for governor on Tuesday.
Tuesday, September 9 2014 7:25 AM EDT2014-09-09 11:25:58 GMT
Talk about a lack of enthusiasm: The Secretary of State is predicting between 15 to 20 percent of registered voters to turn out in Tuesday's primary. Still, Democrats and Republicans are out there giving it one final push.
Talk about a lack of enthusiasm: The Secretary of State is predicting between 15 to 20 percent of registered voters to turn out in Tuesday's primary. Still, Democrats and Republicans are out there giving it one final push.
The state's top elections official says signs point to a low voter turnout for the Massachusetts primary election despite contested races for governor and other statewide offices.
The state's top elections official says signs point to a low voter turnout for the Massachusetts primary election despite contested races for governor and other statewide offices.
Sunday, September 7 2014 5:23 PM EDT2014-09-07 21:23:33 GMT
BOSTON (AP) -- Gov. Deval Patrick is heading to Miami to campaign with fellow Democrat Charlie Crist, who is locked in a tight race for governor of Florida.
BOSTON (AP) -- Gov. Deval Patrick is heading to Miami to campaign with fellow Democrat Charlie Crist, who is locked in a tight race for governor of Florida.
Thursday, September 4 2014 5:44 PM EDT2014-09-04 21:44:47 GMT
Governor Deval Patrick, whose term ends in January, and who has basically three months left in office, tells FOX25 political reporter Sharman Sacchetti he's going on yet another taxpayer-funded overseas trip.
Governor Deval Patrick, whose term ends in January, and who has basically three months left in office, tells FOX25 political reporter Sharman Sacchetti he's going on yet another taxpayer-funded overseas trip.
Anti-gambling activists are touting a major political boost from U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren as their campaign to repeal the state's casino law heads into the final stretch.
Anti-gambling activists are touting a major political boost from U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren as their campaign to repeal the state's casino law heads into the final stretch.
Former Mayor Buddy Cianci's face beams from the label of his Mayor's Own Marinara Sauce, which also promises that sales are "Benefiting Providence School Children" and have helped hundreds of students attend college.
Former Mayor Buddy Cianci's face beams from the label of his Mayor's Own Marinara Sauce, which also promises that sales are "Benefiting Providence School Children" and have helped hundreds of students attend college.
Monday, August 11 2014 10:58 PM EDT2014-08-12 02:58:38 GMT
We are less than four weeks away from the primary election for the Massachusetts' governor's race and there really hasn't been that much buzz. The experts say that could mean few voters on September 9, primary day.
We are less than four weeks away from the primary election for the Massachusetts' governor's race and there really hasn't been that much buzz. The experts say that could mean few voters on September 9, primary day.
Saturday, August 2 2014 12:08 PM EDT2014-08-02 16:08:52 GMT
Senator Elizabeth Warren told FOX 25 political reporter Sharman Sacchetti she was "just trying to talk to the people" after Sacchetti asked a question regarding the immigration crisis at a media briefing in Revere Friday.
Senator Elizabeth Warren told FOX 25 political reporter Sharman Sacchetti she was "just trying to talk to the people" after Sacchetti asked a question regarding the immigration crisis at a media briefing in Revere Friday.
Boston Mayor Martin Walsh is coming to the defense of former state probation commissioner John O'Brien, who was convicted by a federal jury last week of charges he rigged the department's hiring process to...
Boston Mayor Martin Walsh is coming to the defense of former state probation commissioner John O'Brien, who was convicted by a federal jury last week of charges he rigged the department's hiring process to favor...
Former state probation commissioner John O'Brien was convicted of federal racketeering and mail fraud in a case that accused him of rigging the department's hiring process to favor politically-connected applicants over more qualified ones.
Former state probation commissioner John O'Brien was convicted of federal racketeering and mail fraud in a case that accused him of rigging the department's hiring process to favor politically-connected applicants over more qualified ones.
Wednesday, July 23 2014 6:15 PM EDT2014-07-23 22:15:30 GMT
Attorney General and candidate for governor Martha Coakley is responding to criticism about parking in a tow zone - again - to attend a campaign event.
Attorney General and candidate for governor Martha Coakley is responding to criticism about parking in a tow zone - again - to attend a campaign event.
Gov. Deval Patrick announced Friday that Massachusetts has submitted two locations to be considered for the shelter of children who arrive unaccompanied to the southern border of the United States.
Gov. Deval Patrick announced Friday that Massachusetts has submitted two locations to be considered for the shelter of children who arrive unaccompanied to the southern border of the United States.
U.S. Rep. Stephen Lynch said he does not believe Massachusetts has the capacity to house unaccompanied children who cross the southern border of the United States.
U.S. Rep. Stephen Lynch said he does not believe Massachusetts has the capacity to house unaccompanied children who cross the southern border of the United States.
Gov. Deval Patrick told FOX 25 that Camp Edwards is one place on a list of locations being looked at to house unaccompanied children who cross the southern border of the U.S.
Gov. Deval Patrick told FOX 25 that Camp Edwards is one place on a list of locations being looked at to house unaccompanied children who cross the southern border of the U.S.
Tuesday, July 8 2014 9:18 PM EDT2014-07-09 01:18:29 GMT
Governor Deval Patrick is pushing back after Martha Coakley's controversial comments that if she were governor, she would do a better job overseeing state agencies.
Governor Deval Patrick is pushing back after Martha Coakley's controversial comments that if she were governor, she would do a better job overseeing state agencies.
Democratic candidate for governor Martha Coakley says if she were governor, she would provide better oversight of state agencies than Governor Deval Patrick.
Democratic candidate for governor Martha Coakley says if she were governor, she would provide better oversight of state agencies than Governor Deval Patrick.
Returning to the same New Hampshire farm where he launched his last presidential campaign, Mitt Romney on Wednesday insisted he would not pursue a third White House bid but called on voters to punish President Barack Obama by giving Republicans the Senate majority this fall.
Returning to the same New Hampshire farm where he launched his last presidential campaign, Mitt Romney on Wednesday insisted he would not pursue a third White House bid but called on voters to punish President Barack Obama by giving Republicans the Senate majority this fall.
Congressional candidate Richard Tisei called John Tierney a product of "dirty Washington politics" after the Congressman was caught on camera making a comment that a political tracker claims was directed at him.
Congressional candidate Richard Tisei called John Tierney a product of "dirty Washington politics" after the Congressman was caught on camera making a comment that a political tracker claims was directed at him.
Sunday, June 15 2014 11:28 AM EDT2014-06-15 15:28:50 GMT
Massachusetts Democrats have narrowed their choice for governor to three, with state Treasurer Steven Grossman topping the balloting among delegates Saturday and Attorney General Martha Coakley narrowly edging out former federal health care administrator Don Berwick.
Massachusetts Democrats have narrowed their choice for governor to three, with state Treasurer Steven Grossman topping the balloting among delegates Saturday and Attorney General Martha Coakley narrowly edging out former federal health care administrator Don Berwick.
Tuesday, June 10 2014 6:48 PM EDT2014-06-10 22:48:10 GMT
The five Democratic candidates for governor all agree that Massachusetts is on the right track but acknowledge there are problems in state government that need to be fixed.
The five Democratic candidates for governor all agree that Massachusetts is on the right track but acknowledge there are problems in state government that need to be fixed.
Wednesday, May 28 2014 5:50 PM EDT2014-05-28 21:50:59 GMT
An independent group that examined the state Department of Children and Families says the agency should not be held responsible for the death of a 5-year-old Fitchburg boy.
An independent group that examined the state Department of Children and Families says the agency should not be held responsible for the death of a 5-year-old Fitchburg boy.
Tuesday, May 27 2014 6:44 PM EDT2014-05-27 22:44:48 GMT
It's a sweeping new bill House Speaker Robert DeLeo has been working on for a long time. He calls it very reasonable. Gun rights advocates say they have problems with it.
It's a sweeping new bill House Speaker Robert DeLeo has been working on for a long time. He calls it very reasonable. Gun rights advocates say they have problems with it.
Wednesday, May 21 2014 7:53 PM EDT2014-05-21 23:53:48 GMT
Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone is planning to sign an executive order Thursday to ban police from detaining people solely on immigration violations.
Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone is planning to sign an executive order Thursday to ban police from detaining people solely on immigration violations.
Tuesday, May 20 2014 6:43 PM EDT2014-05-20 22:43:17 GMT
How much is the gas tax here in the Bay State? Martha Coakley, attorney general and gubernatorial candidate, did not know. And one of her opponents is criticizing her.
How much is the gas tax here in the Bay State? Martha Coakley, attorney general and gubernatorial candidate, did not know. And one of her opponents is criticizing her.
Monday, May 19 2014 1:14 PM EDT2014-05-19 17:14:35 GMT
When Massachusetts Congressman Joseph Kennedy agreed to deliver a commencement address at the University of Virginia Law School, he didn't realize he'd be receiving a diploma too.
When Massachusetts Congressman Joseph Kennedy agreed to deliver a commencement address at the University of Virginia Law School, he didn't realize he'd be receiving a diploma too.
Saturday, May 10 2014 10:37 AM EDT2014-05-10 14:37:57 GMT
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh says he's weighing his legal options after the Massachusetts Gaming Commission ruled unanimously that Boston has no claim to host community status for either casino project in Everett or Revere.
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh says he's weighing his legal options after the Massachusetts Gaming Commission ruled unanimously that Boston has no claim to host community status for either casino project in Everett or Revere.
Monday, May 5 2014 6:23 PM EDT2014-05-05 22:23:02 GMT
Health and Human Services Secretary John Polanowicz outlined plans for Justina Pelletier to be reunited with her family in a letter to State Rep. Brad Jones Monday.
Health and Human Services Secretary John Polanowicz outlined plans for Justina Pelletier to be reunited with her family in a letter to State Rep. Brad Jones Monday.
Friday, May 2 2014 10:19 PM EDT2014-05-03 02:19:05 GMT
Emergency responders will be holding training exercises this weekend that simulate large-scale public safety incidents, such as an active shooter and the discovery of an explosive device.
Emergency responders will be holding training exercises this weekend that simulate large-scale public safety incidents, such as an active shooter and the discovery of an explosive device.
Thursday, May 1 2014 7:16 PM EDT2014-05-01 23:16:47 GMT
Gov. Deval Patrick says he believes it's appropriate for Olga Roche to stay on at DCF at her current $137,000 salary, even though she resigned as DCF Commissioner Tuesday in the wake of the deaths of three children.
Gov. Deval Patrick says he believes it's appropriate for Olga Roche to stay on at DCF at her current $137,000 salary, even though she resigned as DCF Commissioner Tuesday in the wake of the deaths of three children.
Monday, April 28 2014 10:47 PM EDT2014-04-29 02:47:47 GMT
On Monday, House Speaker Robert DeLeo called for the commissioner of the Department of Children and Families to resign. FOX 25 Jim Polito asked gubernatorial candidates what their opinion was on the matter.
On Monday, House Speaker Robert DeLeo called for the commissioner of the Department of Children and Families to resign. FOX 25 Jim Polito asked gubernatorial candidates what their opinion was on the matter.
Lawmakers on Beacon Hill are considering a bill that would prohibit people from dating or having a sexual relationship within their home while they are going through the process of getting a divorce.
Lawmakers on Beacon Hill are considering a bill that would prohibit people from dating or having a sexual relationship within their home while they are going through the process of getting a divorce.
Massachusetts Republicans are using their state party convention in Boston to set the stage and sound themes for the 2014 election.
Delegates to the Massachusetts Republican convention have strongly endorsed Charlie Baker for governor, while tea party member Mark Fisher just barely missed getting enough votes to force a primary election challenge.
Former Sen. Scott Brown's agreement with FOX News was terminated Friday after he notified the network of his plans to form an exploratory committee to run for U.S. Senate in New Hampshire.
Former Sen. Scott Brown's agreement with FOX News was terminated Friday after he notified the network of his plans to form an exploratory committee to run for U.S. Senate in New Hampshire.
U.S. Congressman Stephen Lynch joined the FOX 25 Morning News on Wednesday to discuss the St. Patrick's Day Parade and his call for the release of classified documents related to the September 11 attacks.
U.S. Congressman Stephen Lynch joined the FOX 25 Morning News on Wednesday to discuss the St. Patrick's Day Parade and his call for the release of classified documents related to the September 11 attacks.
Organizers of the annual St. Patrick's Day parade in Boston have withdrawn a previously tentative deal that would allow a group of gay military veterans to march.
Organizers of the annual St. Patrick's Day parade in Boston have withdrawn a previously tentative deal that would allow a group of gay military veterans to march.
A gay advocacy group has been invited to participate in Boston's annual St. Patrick's Day parade under the condition that they do not carry anything referring to sexual orientation.
A gay advocacy group has been invited to participate in Boston's annual St. Patrick's Day parade under the condition that they do not carry anything referring to sexual orientation.
GOP candidate for governor Charlie Baker is calling for the resignation of Department of Children and Families Commissioner Olga Roche, citing the need for a top to bottom review of the state's child welfare agency.
Republican candidate for governor Charlie Baker is calling for the resignation of Department of Children and Families Commissioner Olga Roche, citing the need for a top to bottom review of the state's child welfare agency.
Boston has a new mayor and police commissioner and both are facing a rise in violent crime, which resulted in nine homicides in the city so far in 2014.
Boston has a new mayor and police commissioner and both are facing a rise in violent crime, which resulted in nine homicides in the city so far in 2014.
An independent investigation into the Department of Children and Families has concluded that "high weighted caseloads" do not explain or excuse the failures in the department's handling of a missing Fitchburg boy's case.
An independent investigation into the Department of Children and Families has concluded that "high weighted caseloads" do not explain or excuse the failures in the department's handling of a missing Fitchburg boy's case.
More than one-third of social workers with the state Department of Children and Families are not licensed to practice in their field, according to the agency's own records.
More than one-third of social workers with the state Department of Children and Families are not licensed to practice in their field, according to the agency's own records.
Gov. Deval Patrick is delivering his final state budget to Beacon Hill lawmakers, which proposes increasing spending by 4.9 percent over the current fiscal year.
Gov. Deval Patrick is delivering his final state budget to Beacon Hill lawmakers, which proposes increasing spending by 4.9 percent over the current fiscal year.
Gov. Deval Patrick has asked a task force to develop a model plan that Massachusetts school districts can use to keep students, teachers and staff safe in emergency situations.
Gov. Deval Patrick has asked a task force to develop a model plan that Massachusetts school districts can use to keep students, teachers and staff safe in emergency situations.
A spokesperson for the Executive Office of Health and Human Services says the state will pay an outside group an estimated $40,000 for an independent probe of the embattled Department of Children and Families.
A spokesperson for the Executive Office of Health and Human Services says the state will pay an outside group an estimated $40,000 for an independent probe of the embattled Department of Children and Families.
A new study from a state agency created to monitor health care reform and payment systems suggests as much as 39-percent of the state's health care spending in 2012 could be considered wasteful.
A new study from a state agency created to monitor health care reform and payment systems suggests as much as 39-percent of the state's health care spending in 2012 could be considered wasteful.
Boston Mayor-elect Marty Walsh has named Felix G. Arroyo as the city's next chief of health and human services and has chosen two people to serve on the Boston School Committee.
Boston Mayor-elect Marty Walsh has named Felix G. Arroyo as the city's next chief of health and human services and has chosen two people to serve on the Boston School Committee.
A social worker who was fired following the disappearance of a 5-year-old Fitchburg boy received a raise weeks after the child was last seen by relatives.
A social worker who was fired following the disappearance of a 5-year-old Fitchburg boy received a raise weeks after the child was last seen by relatives.
We're still waiting to find out if anyone else will be disciplined at the at the embattled Department of Children and Families.
One week after a social worker and supervisor were fired and another supervisor was reassigned, we're still waiting to find out if anyone else will be disciplined at the at the embattled Department of Children and Families.
The state Department of Children and Families could be coming under legislative scrutiny in the case of Jeremiah Oliver, the 5-year-old Fitchburg boy who has been missing for months and is feared dead.
The state Department of Children and Families could be coming under legislative scrutiny in the case of Jeremiah Oliver, the 5-year-old Fitchburg boy who has been missing for months and is feared dead.
A lawsuit filed by Caesars Entertainment against the state's top gambling regulator alleges he failed to disclose a potential conflict of interest in a timely manner.
A lawsuit filed by Caesars Entertainment against the state's top gambling regulator alleges he failed to disclose a potential conflict of interest in a timely manner.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Charlie Baker joined former State Rep. Karyn Polito at an event Tuesday as they announced plans to run together in 2014.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Charlie Baker joined former State Rep. Karyn Polito at an event Tuesday as they announced plans to run together in 2014.
Boston Mayor-elect Martin Walsh says if he can find a way around enforcing a federal law targeting people living in the country illegally, he'll take it.
Boston Mayor-elect Martin Walsh says if he can find a way around enforcing a federal law targeting people living in the country illegally, he'll take it.
Jailed state Rep. Carlos Henriquez is defending himself a day after the Massachusetts House Ethics Committee recommended he be expelled following his conviction for assaulting a former girlfriend.
Jailed state Rep. Carlos Henriquez is defending himself a day after the Massachusetts House Ethics Committee recommended he be expelled following his conviction for assaulting a former girlfriend.
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