The group that backed a successful ballot question to end the use of the MCAS as a high school graduation requirement paid a $4,000 penalty to resolve accusations that officials did not report

There are multiple protests, as well as a boycott, being planned for America’s birthday this year to protest President Donald Trump and his policies.

Scott Brown, a Republican who once represented Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate, has announced his second bid for the New Hampshire Senate being vacated by Democrat Jeanne Shaheen next year.

The Massachusetts senator is working to tamp down speculation he could face a challenge next year, when he will turn 80.

The two conservatives running for governor of Massachusetts ramped up attacks this month on each other’s past work and credibility, including in dueling missives that paint different pictures

Dem. Lisa Field beat Rep. Larry Quintal by 17 votes, according to official results. But Quintal has collected enough signatures to trigger a recount.

Former Republican Sen. Scott Brown has jumped into the Senate race in New Hampshire, seeking to replace retiring Democrat Sen. Jeanne Shaheen. Shaheen, 78, in the Senate since 2009, opted against running for a fourth six-year term next year. The election for the seat will be held on Nov. 3, 2026.

Governor Healey’s energy bill aims to cut costs but faces backlash over rising utility fees and clean energy goals.

Vice President J.D. Vance is coming to Massachusetts next month. The Hillbilly Elegy author will attend a fundraising dinner to benefit the Republican National Committee on Nantucket, Tuesday, July 22.