Candidates in Massachusetts' second special U.S. Senate election in four years made a last dash across the state Monday to court primary voters, though few were expected to turn out in a state that has spent the past two weeks transfixed by the Boston Marathon bombings and their aftermath.More>>
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Gabriel Gomez said he has paid an eight-year-old, $1,000 bill for an appraisal on his Cohasset home, even as he again called on Democratic challenger Edward Markey
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Gabriel Gomez said he has paid an eight-year-old, $1,000 bill for an appraisal on his Cohasset home, even as he again called on Democratic challenger Edward Markey to release his tax returns.
University of Massachusetts officials are warning that the Senate's budget proposal doesn't include enough money for the university system to avoid tuition and fee hikes during the upcoming academic year.
University of Massachusetts officials are warning that the Senate's budget proposal doesn't include enough money for the university system to avoid tuition and fee hikes during the upcoming academic year.
The Senate Ways and Means Committee released a nearly $34 billion state budget proposal Wednesday for the fiscal year starting July 1 - a spending plan significantly less than the plan
The Senate Ways and Means Committee released a nearly $34 billion state budget proposal Wednesday for the fiscal year starting July 1 - a spending plan significantly less than the plan Gov. Deval Patrick unveiled earlier this year.
On the eve of a key legislative hearing, the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe unveiled a new design on Tuesday for the $500 million resort casino it hopes to build if the tribe succeeds in getting state and federal
On the eve of a key legislative hearing, the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe unveiled a new design on Tuesday for the $500 million resort casino it hopes to build if the tribe succeeds in getting state and federal approvals for the project.
Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez has opened a joint fundraising committee with the National Republican Senatorial Committee as he tries to narrow a fundraising gap with Democratic challenger Edward Markey.
Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez has opened a joint fundraising committee with the National Republican Senatorial Committee as he tries to narrow a fundraising gap with Democratic challenger Edward Markey.
British Prime Minister David Cameron visited an impromptu memorial that sprang up near the site of the Boston Marathon bombings
British Prime Minister David Cameron visited an impromptu memorial that sprang up near the site of the Boston Marathon bombings, striking a combative tone Tuesday in saying that democratic and multiracial countries like the United States and Britain will never give in to terrorists who feed on "the poisonous narrative" of violence, extremism and victimhood.
Republicans are faulting Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey for his involvement in a so-called "rubber check" episode from the early 1990s, during which he and other members
Republicans are faulting Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey for his involvement in a so-called "rubber check" episode from the early 1990s, during which he and other members of Congress wrote checks with insufficient funds from a members-only bank.
Attorney General Martha Coakley is announcing a new initiative to help Massachusetts cities and towns with high rates of distressed and vacant properties cope with the recent foreclosure crisis.
Attorney General Martha Coakley is announcing a new initiative to help Massachusetts cities and towns with high rates of distressed and vacant properties cope with the recent foreclosure crisis.
Environmental activists are vowing to do everything they can to help Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey in his special election battle with Republican challenger Gabriel Gomez.
Environmental activists are vowing to do everything they can to help Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey in his special election battle with Republican challenger Gabriel Gomez.
Five months after ordering across-the-board spending reductions, improved revenue collections have Gov. Deval Patrick's administration considering whether to now restore some of those cuts.
Five months after ordering across-the-board spending reductions, improved revenue collections have Gov. Deval Patrick's administration considering whether to now restore some of those cuts.
An aide to Boston Mayor Thomas Menino says the mayor does not want marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev buried in Boston and calls the decision "a family issue."
An aide to Boston Mayor Thomas Menino says the mayor does not want marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev buried in Boston and calls the decision "a family issue."
Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords received the 2013 Profile in Courage award at the John F. Kennedy Library on Sunday in recognition of the political, personal, and physical courage she has demonstrated
Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords received the 2013 Profile in Courage award at the John F. Kennedy Library on Sunday in recognition of the political, personal, and physical courage she has demonstrated in her fearless public advocacy for policy reforms aimed at reducing gun violence.
Rhode Island has become the 10th state to allow same-sex couples to marry following Gov. Lincoln Chafee's (CHAY'-feez) signature of gay marriage legislation.
Rhode Island has become the 10th state to allow same-sex couples to marry following Gov. Lincoln Chafee's (CHAY'-feez) signature of gay marriage legislation.
The state Senate has approved a bill that would provide $300 million to cities and towns for road and bridge projects, a $100 million increase over last year.
The state Senate has approved a bill that would provide $300 million to cities and towns for road and bridge projects, a $100 million increase over last year.
The government watchdog group Common Cause Massachusetts is calling on U.S. Senate candidates Gabriel Gomez and Edward Markey to agree on a plan to limit the influence of outside spending in the campaign.
The government watchdog group Common Cause Massachusetts is calling on U.S. Senate candidates Gabriel Gomez and Edward Markey to agree on a plan to limit the influence of outside spending in the campaign.
Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez is rejecting calls by Democratic challenger Edward Markey to sign a pledge to limit spending by outside groups on television, radio and Internet ads.
Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez is rejecting calls by Democratic challenger Edward Markey to sign a pledge to limit spending by outside groups on television, radio and Internet ads.
These words are attributed to Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto regarding the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor by forces of Imperial Japan. Instead of reveling in a military victory, he
These words are attributed to Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto regarding the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor by forces of Imperial Japan. Instead of reveling in a military victory, he looked forward to difficult future battles.
Massachusetts voters are heading to the polls to decide which Republican and Democratic candidates will win their party primaries and head to the state's second special U.S. Senate election
Massachusetts voters will decide Tuesday which Republican and Democratic candidates will win their party primaries and head to the state's second special U.S. Senate election in four years.
Candidates in Massachusetts' second special U.S. Senate election in four years made a last dash across the state Monday to court primary voters, though few were expected to turn out in a state that
Candidates in Massachusetts' second special U.S. Senate election in four years made a last dash across the state Monday to court primary voters, though few were expected to turn out in a state that has spent the past two weeks transfixed by the Boston Marathon bombings and their aftermath.
Monday, April 22 2013 7:44 PM EDT2013-04-22 23:44:18 GMT
Democratic U.S. Senate hopefuls Edward Markey and Stephen Lynch clashed in their first debate since the Boston Marathon attacks, focusing on security issues.
Democratic U.S. Senate hopefuls Edward Markey and Stephen Lynch clashed in their first debate since the Boston Marathon attacks, focusing on security issues.
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren says federal prosecutors need to "find the right balance" in deciding whether to read Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev his Miranda rights.
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren says federal prosecutors need to "find the right balance" in deciding whether to read Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev his Miranda rights.
U.S. Rep. Edward Markey has raised about $4.8 million since jumping into Massachusetts special election for U.S. Senate with the bulk of those dollars coming from outside of the state.
U.S. Rep. Edward Markey has raised about $4.8 million since jumping into Massachusetts special election for U.S. Senate with the bulk of those dollars coming from outside of the state.
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren has used her first speech on the floor of the Senate to praise those who rushed to the aid of the injured and dying after the bombings of the Boston Marathon.
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren has used her first speech on the floor of the Senate to praise those who rushed to the aid of the injured and dying after the bombings of the Boston Marathon.
Representative Ed Markey denies he is overconfident about winning the April 30 primary, even though FOX 25 has learned he has scheduled a fundraiser for May, days after the primary.
Representative Ed Markey denies he is overconfident about winning the April 30 primary, even though FOX 25 has learned he has scheduled a fundraiser for May, days after the primary.
Republicans and Democrats in Massachusetts are faulting President Barack Obama for proposing changes that would trim Social Security and Medicare benefits.
Republicans and Democrats in Massachusetts are faulting President Barack Obama for proposing changes that would trim Social Security and Medicare benefits.
The two Democratic candidates in the state's special U.S. Senate election sparred on drone strikes, student debt, health care and campaign spending during a debate Monday at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
The two Democratic candidates in the state's special U.S. Senate election sparred on drone strikes, student debt, health care and campaign spending during a debate Monday at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
Monday, April 8 2013 6:02 PM EDT2013-04-08 22:02:19 GMT
BOSTON (AP) - Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Michael Sullivan is condemning statements made by the head of a Tea Party-aligned group that is supporting his campaign.
BOSTON (AP) - Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Michael Sullivan is condemning statements made by the head of a Tea Party-aligned group that is supporting his campaign.
The primary for the U.S. Senate special election in Massachusetts is less than 30 days away, but there is chance voters may not know where Democratic candidates Ed Markey and Stephen Lynch stand on the issues.
The primary for the U.S. Senate special election in Massachusetts is less than 30 days away, but there is chance voters may not know where Democratic candidates Ed Markey and Stephen Lynch stand on the issues.
One of the candidates in the state's special U.S. Senate election is taking a break from the campaign trail to jump into another race - the Boston Marathon.
One of the candidates in the state's special U.S. Senate election is taking a break from the campaign trail to jump into another race - the Boston Marathon.
Monday, April 1 2013 5:37 PM EDT2013-04-01 21:37:41 GMT
A conservative group whose leader has lamented what he calls the "homosexuality is normal movement" is planning to produce radio and television ads for Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Sullivan.
A conservative group whose leader has lamented what he calls the "homosexuality is normal movement" is planning to produce radio and television ads for Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Sullivan.
The Mashpee Wampanoag have 12 millennia of history behind them, but whether their history to come includes a Massachusetts-licensed casino depends now on what a state commission
The Mashpee Wampanoag have 12 millennia of history behind them, but whether their history to come includes a Massachusetts-licensed casino depends now on what a state commission believes will happen in the tribe's near future.
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Stephen Lynch is crying foul over a banner that was being flown over downtown Boston hours before a hockey match-up between the Boston Bruins and Montreal Canadiens.
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Stephen Lynch is crying foul over a banner that was being flown over downtown Boston hours before a hockey match-up between the Boston Bruins and Montreal Canadiens.
Republican lawmakers at the Statehouse are calling on Democratic House Speaker Robert DeLeo to schedule a public hearing on a soon-to-be-released transportation funding plan.
Republican lawmakers at the Statehouse are calling on Democratic House Speaker Robert DeLeo to schedule a public hearing on a soon-to-be-released transportation funding plan.
Tuesday, March 26 2013 6:43 PM EDT2013-03-26 22:43:49 GMT
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful, congressman Edward Markey, says he would have sided with a majority of senators in voting to strip away a portion of President Obama's landmark health care law.
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful, congressman Edward Markey, says he would have sided with a majority of senators in voting to strip away a portion of President Obama's landmark health care law.
State Auditor Suzanne Bump is asking the Legislature for authority to review business tax returns to assure that billions of dollars in tax breaks handed out by the state are being used properly.
State Auditor Suzanne Bump is asking the Legislature for authority to review business tax returns to assure that billions of dollars in tax breaks handed out by the state are being used properly.
State Transportation Secretary Richard Davey is on the road selling Gov. Deval Patrick's plan to spend $13 billion on the state's transportation system in the next decade.
State Transportation Secretary Richard Davey is on the road selling Gov. Deval Patrick's plan to spend $13 billion on the state's transportation system in the next decade.
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Gabriel Gomez says his campaign has raised $350,000 in the five weeks since he launched his bid for the seat formerly held by John Kerry.
Gabriel Gomez, one of three Massachusetts Republicans seeking a spot in a U.S. Senate special election, raised $350,000 in the five weeks since he entered the race, his campaign said Thursday.
A Rhode Island Senate committee is taking up a bill aimed at saving events like a father-daughter school dance that was canceled over concerns that gender-specific events violate state anti-discrimination laws.
A Rhode Island Senate committee is taking up a bill aimed at saving events like a father-daughter school dance that was canceled over concerns that gender-specific events violate state anti-discrimination laws.
An off-the-cuff joke by Gov. Deval Patrick about seeking a third term in office sparked of a brief firestorm online before it was quickly extinguished.
An off-the-cuff joke by Gov. Deval Patrick about seeking a third term in office sparked of a brief firestorm online before it was quickly extinguished.
The tenth anniversary of the start of the Iraq war is forcing candidates in Massachusetts' special Senate election to grapple with a conflict that saw public support drop as it was fought.
The tenth anniversary of the start of the Iraq war is forcing candidates in Massachusetts' special Senate election to grapple with a conflict that saw public support drop as it was fought.
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Sullivan was endorsed Tuesday by the political action committee of Massachusetts Citizens for Life, the state's leading anti-abortion organization.
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Sullivan was endorsed Tuesday by the political action committee of Massachusetts Citizens for Life, the state's leading anti-abortion organization.
Monday, March 18 2013 7:06 PM EDT2013-03-18 23:06:58 GMT
U.S. Rep. Edward Markey has received the endorsement of another statewide teacher union in his bid to win the Democratic nomination in the state's special U.S. Senate election.
U.S. Rep. Edward Markey has received the endorsement of another statewide teacher union in his bid to win the Democratic nomination in the state's special U.S. Senate election.
A California billionaire who supports environmental causes vowed to target Massachusetts U.S. Rep. Stephen Lynch in the state's U.S. Senate race unless Lynch promises to
A California billionaire who supports environmental causes vowed to target Massachusetts U.S. Rep. Stephen Lynch in the state's U.S. Senate race unless Lynch promises to oppose the Keystone XL Pipeline project.
A national marijuana trade association held a symposium in downtown Boston as the state gears up to begin allowing the sale of marijuana for medical purposes.
A national marijuana trade association held a symposium in downtown Boston as the state gears up to begin allowing the sale of marijuana for medical purposes.
FOX 25 has looked at the travel expenses of former Early Education Commissioner Sherri Killins and learned that taxpayers have not only been paying her $200,000 per year salary.
FOX 25 has looked at the travel expenses of former Early Education Commissioner Sherri Killins and learned that taxpayers have not only been paying her $200,000 per year salary.
U.S. Rep. and Democratic senatorial candidate Stephen Lynch says the income cap on Social Security contributions should be raised at a faster pace to help keep the retirement system solvent.
U.S. Rep. and Democratic senatorial candidate Stephen Lynch says the income cap on Social Security contributions should be raised at a faster pace to help keep the retirement system solvent.
Pushing his party to do some "soul searching," House Majority Leader Eric Cantor on Monday night outlined a softer Republican message on immigration, education and government support for vulnerable Americans.
Pushing his party to do some "soul searching," House Majority Leader Eric Cantor on Monday night outlined a softer Republican message on immigration, education and government support for vulnerable Americans.
U.S. Rep. Ed Markey is pressing the Transportation Security Administration to abandon its new policy allowing passengers to carry small knives onto planes.
U.S. Rep. Ed Markey is pressing the Transportation Security Administration to abandon its new policy allowing passengers to carry small knives onto planes.
Massachusetts Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Sullivan kicked off his campaign Saturday, pledging to work to restrain spending, get the nation's debt under control
Massachusetts Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Sullivan kicked off his campaign Saturday, pledging to work to restrain spending, get the nation's debt under control and support strong foreign and national security policies.
Former U.S. Rep. Joseph Kennedy II offered his prayers Tuesday to the family of late Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, saying he cared deeply about the poor and helped nearly
Former U.S. Rep. Joseph Kennedy II offered his prayers Tuesday to the family of late Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, saying he cared deeply about the poor and helped nearly two million Americans through the former lawmaker's heating assistance charity.
The Massachusetts' special Senate election is heating up with three confirmed candidates and two more likely candidates on the way. With all of this movement for John Kerry's vacated seat
The Massachusetts' special Senate election is heating up with three confirmed candidates and two more likely candidates on the way. With all of this movement for John Kerry's vacated seat, other candidates have spoken up and are poised to take over for whoever the Senate successor may be.
The chief executive of Mohegan Sun said Monday the company is adding as much as $175 million in amenities to its proposal to build a casino outside Springfield, citing fierce competition
The chief executive of Mohegan Sun said Monday the company is adding as much as $175 million in amenities to its proposal to build a casino outside Springfield, citing fierce competition to win western Massachusetts' lone casino license.
Cohasset businessman Gabriel Gomez is formally launching his U.S. Senate campaign more than two weeks after releasing a video saying he was getting into the race.
Cohasset businessman Gabriel Gomez is formally launching his U.S. Senate campaign more than two weeks after releasing a video saying he was getting into the race.
Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez' past criticism of President Barack Obama could be a tricky political topic in Massachusetts, where the president remains popular.
Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez' past criticism of President Barack Obama could be a tricky political topic in Massachusetts, where the president remains popular.
The Pentagon says Massachusetts could be facing about $45 million in Defense Department civilian payroll cuts if automatic government spending cuts kick in March 1.
The Pentagon says Massachusetts could be facing about $45 million in Defense Department civilian payroll cuts if automatic government spending cuts kick in March 1.
U.S. Reps. Edward Markey and Stephen Lynch, vying for the Democratic nomination in Massachusetts' special Senate election, have both relied on the deep pockets of political action committees
U.S. Reps. Edward Markey and Stephen Lynch, vying for the Democratic nomination in Massachusetts' special Senate election, have both relied on the deep pockets of political action committees to fill their campaign coffers in the past.
Rep. Bill Keating, who represents some of the areas hardest hit by the blizzard of 2013, had stern words for NStar on Monday claiming the utility company is not doing a good job of relaying information to its customers.
Rep. Bill Keating, who represents some of the areas hardest hit by the blizzard of 2013, had stern words for NStar on Monday claiming the utility company is not doing a good job of relaying information to its customers.
Martha Coakley, Tom Reilly, Scott Harshbarger…all of them were once the Middlesex County District Attorney, a coveted high-profile position in the state's largest country.
Martha Coakley, Tom Reilly, Scott Harshbarger…all of them were once the Middlesex County District Attorney, a coveted high-profile position in the state's largest country.
The race for John Kerry's former U.S. Senate seat could be getting more crowded in the next few days as a slew of Massachusetts Republicans are considering jumping into the special election.
The race for John Kerry's former U.S. Senate seat could be getting more crowded in the next few days as a slew of Massachusetts Republicans are considering jumping into the special election.
FOX News contributor and forensic psychiatrist Dr Keith Ablow tells FOX 25 Political Reporter Sharman Sacchetti he is declining to run in the race to fill John Kerry's senate seat.
FOX News contributor and forensic psychiatrist Dr Keith Ablow tells FOX 25 Political Reporter Sharman Sacchetti he is declining to run in the race to fill John Kerry's senate seat.
Things are good for the Democratic Party in Massachusetts. Sen. Elizabeth Warren ousted Republican Scott Brown, and the race to fill John Kerry's vacant seat only has Democratic candidates for now.
Things are good for the Democratic Party in Massachusetts. Sen. Elizabeth Warren ousted Republican Scott Brown, and the race to fill John Kerry's vacant seat only has Democratic candidates for now.
State Rep. Dan Winslow is expected to join the Senate race Tuesday. He'll be the first Republican on the ticket as more potential candidates say they're not interested.
State Rep. Dan Winslow is expected to join the Senate race Tuesday. He'll be the first Republican on the ticket as more potential candidates say they're not interested.
Rep. Ed Markey is vowing to fight calls to cut Medicare and Medicaid to balance the federal budget, seeking support of Massachusetts seniors and low-income residents as he formally kicked off his candidacy for U.S. Senate.
Rep. Ed Markey is vowing to fight calls to cut Medicare and Medicaid to balance the federal budget, seeking support of Massachusetts seniors and low-income residents as he formally kicked off his candidacy for U.S. Senate.
Hillary Rodham Clinton formally resigned Friday as America's secretary of state, capping a four-year tenure that saw her shatter records for the number of countries visited.
Hillary Rodham Clinton formally resigned Friday as America's secretary of state, capping a four-year tenure that saw her shatter records for the number of countries visited.
On Beacon Hill, William Maurice "Mo" Cowan has been best known as the affable, bowtie-wearing private face of Gov. Deval Patrick's administration, doling out legal advice as chief legal counsel
On Beacon Hill, William Maurice "Mo" Cowan has been best known as the affable, bowtie-wearing private face of Gov. Deval Patrick's administration, doling out legal advice as chief legal counsel and policy advice as chief of staff.
She uttered just 80 halting words. But her presence was powerful. Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, shot in the head by a Tucson gunman in 2011, opened the Senate Judiciary Committee's hearing
She uttered just 80 halting words. But her presence was powerful. Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, shot in the head by a Tucson gunman in 2011, opened the Senate Judiciary Committee's hearing on gun violence in dramatic fashion Wednesday.
Outgoing U.S. Sen. John Kerry is planning a farewell tour of Massachusetts before formally stepping down from the seat he's held for nearly three decades.
Outgoing U.S. Sen. John Kerry is planning a farewell tour of Massachusetts before formally stepping down from the seat he's held for nearly three decades.
Gov. Deval Patrick has tapped his former chief-of-staff William "Mo" Cowan to serve as interim U.S. senator until a special election to fill the seat left vacant by Secretary of State-designate John Kerry.
Gov. Deval Patrick has tapped his former chief-of-staff William "Mo" Cowan to serve as interim U.S. senator until a special election to fill the seat left vacant by Secretary of State-designate John Kerry.
With all of the political movement in Massachusetts, a lot of people want to know if Scott Brown is in or out of the race for the Senate seat left vacant by John Kerry's appointment to secretary of state?
With all of the political movement in Massachusetts, a lot of people want to know if Scott Brown is in or out of the race for the Senate seat left vacant by John Kerry's appointment to secretary of state?
Mayor Thomas Menino said Tuesday night in his annual State of the City address that he's never been more optimistic about Boston's future, and outlined new initiatives to improve education and equal
Mayor Thomas Menino said Tuesday night in his annual State of the City address that he's never been more optimistic about Boston's future, and outlined new initiatives to improve education and equal opportunities for working women.
Republican officials close to Scott Brown said Tuesday that the former U.S. senator from Massachusetts is "leaning strongly" toward seeking a return to Washington and will likely enter the race to
Republican officials close to Scott Brown said Tuesday that the former U.S. senator from Massachusetts is "leaning strongly" toward seeking a return to Washington and will likely enter the race to replace Sen. John Kerry early next week.
Back in November, Mike Capuano was open to the possibility of running for John Kerry's seat, and some of his fellow Democrats liked the idea; however, that all changed a couple of weeks after
Back in November, Mike Capuano was open to the possibility of running for John Kerry's seat, and some of his fellow Democrats liked the idea; however, that all changed a couple of weeks after Congressman Ed Markey got into the race.
The highest court in Massachusetts has rejected challenges to a state law that requires gun owners to keep their weapons in a locked container or equipped with a safety device.
The highest court in Massachusetts has rejected challenges to a state law that requires gun owners to keep their weapons in a locked container or equipped with a safety device.
President Barack Obama endorsed a framework for immigration reform Tuesday that largely mirrored one unveiled a day earlier by a bipartisan group of senators — with a few important differences.
President Barack Obama endorsed a framework for immigration reform Tuesday that largely mirrored one unveiled a day earlier by a bipartisan group of senators — with a few important differences.
Monday, January 28 2013 10:28 PM EST2013-01-29 03:28:47 GMT
Parents of children killed in the Newtown school shooting called for better enforcement of gun laws and tougher penalties for violators Monday at a hearing that revealed the divide in the gun-control debate
Parents of children killed in the Newtown school shooting called for better enforcement of gun laws and tougher penalties for violators Monday at a hearing that revealed the divide in the gun-control debate, with advocates for gun rights shouting at the father of one 6-year-old victim.
U.S. Rep. Edward Markey is challenging all Democratic and Republican candidates in the race to fill John Kerry's U.S. Senate seat to agree to keep outside groups from spending money on political ads.
U.S. Rep. Edward Markey is challenging all Democratic and Republican candidates in the race to fill John Kerry's U.S. Senate seat to agree to keep outside groups from spending money on political ads.
Attorney General Martha Coakley and other law enforcement officials launched a renewed push on Monday to expand and update state wiretapping laws that predate cellphones and other modern-day forms of communication.
Attorney General Martha Coakley and other law enforcement officials launched a renewed push on Monday to expand and update state wiretapping laws that predate cellphones and other modern-day forms of communication.
Mandatory life sentences without the possibility of parole would be eliminated for teens younger than 18 who are convicted of first-degree murder under legislation filed on Monday by Gov. Deval Patrick.
Mandatory life sentences without the possibility of parole would be eliminated for teens younger than 18 who are convicted of first-degree murder under legislation filed on Monday by Gov. Deval Patrick.
A week after gun rights advocates in Massachusetts joined a nationwide rally, advocates favoring legislation to reduce gun violence are gathering on Beacon Hill.
A week after gun rights advocates in Massachusetts joined a nationwide rally, advocates favoring legislation to reduce gun violence are gathering on Beacon Hill.
Massachusetts immigrant advocates are set to gather at the State House in Boston to ask lawmakers to back a bill that will allows all state residents to apply for a driver's license.
Massachusetts immigrant advocates are set to gather at the State House in Boston to ask lawmakers to back a bill that will allows all state residents to apply for a driver's license.
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren says she's disappointed Senate leaders weren't able to come up with tougher changes to the filibuster rule that allows minority parties to bottle up legislation.
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren says she's disappointed Senate leaders weren't able to come up with tougher changes to the filibuster rule that allows minority parties to bottle up legislation.
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer says the high court doesn't make difficult decisions based on politics because "judges make terrible politicians."
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer says the high court doesn't make difficult decisions based on politics because "judges make terrible politicians."
Gov. Deval Patrick sent the Legislature a proposed $34.8 billion budget on Wednesday that seeks new taxes and a return to spending levels closer to those seen in the years prior to the Great Recession.
Gov. Deval Patrick sent the Legislature a proposed $34.8 billion budget on Wednesday that seeks new taxes and a return to spending levels closer to those seen in the years prior to the Great Recession.
Secretary of State nominee John Kerry plans to divest holdings in dozens of companies in his family's vast financial portfolio to avoid possible conflicts of interest if he is confirmed by the Senate.
Secretary of State nominee John Kerry plans to divest holdings in dozens of companies in his family's vast financial portfolio to avoid possible conflicts of interest if he is confirmed by the Senate.
The Massachusetts House has rejected new rules proposed by Republicans that would have made it harder to pass tax hikes or dip into the state's rainy day fund.
The Massachusetts House has rejected new rules proposed by Republicans that would have made it harder to pass tax hikes or dip into the state's rainy day fund.
Attorney General Martha Coakley said Wednesday she plans to convene a summit to discuss ways of controlling high energy costs that threaten the ability of Massachusetts' industries to compete with other regions.
Attorney General Martha Coakley said Wednesday she plans to convene a summit to discuss ways of controlling high energy costs that threaten the ability of Massachusetts' industries to compete with other regions.
Congressman Edward Markey is releasing a list of dozens of elected officials who have endorsed his campaign for John Kerry's U.S. Senate seat if Kerry becomes secretary of state.
Congressman Edward Markey is releasing a list of dozens of elected officials who have endorsed his campaign for John Kerry's U.S. Senate seat if Kerry becomes secretary of state.
U.S. Rep. James McGovern has introduced two constitutional amendments designed to overturn the Supreme Court's decision in the Citizens United case that lifted many restrictions on corporate spending in political elections.
U.S. Rep. James McGovern has introduced two constitutional amendments designed to overturn the Supreme Court's decision in the Citizens United case that lifted many restrictions on corporate spending in political elections.
State Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr is set to file legislation on Friday he says would crack down on loopholes in the classification of sex offenders.
State Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr is set to file legislation on Friday he says would crack down on loopholes in the classification of sex offenders.
Thursday, January 17 2013 10:51 AM EST2013-01-17 15:51:57 GMT
Gov. Deval Patrick appeared on the Fox 25 Morning News Thursday, just hours after he proposed raising the state income tax in his state of the commonwealth address.
Gov. Deval Patrick appeared on the Fox 25 Morning News Thursday, just hours after he proposed raising the state income tax in his state of the commonwealth address.
U.S. Attorney Carmen Ortiz is speaking about the death of an Internet activist who has been eulogized as a martyred hero since his suicide in his New York apartment.
U.S. Attorney Carmen Ortiz is speaking about the death of an Internet activist who has been eulogized as a martyred hero since his suicide in his New York apartment.
Congressman Stephen Lynch says he's meeting with constituents and elected officials as he awaits Senate confirmation of John Kerry for secretary of state.
Congressman Stephen Lynch says he's meeting with constituents and elected officials as he awaits Senate confirmation of John Kerry for secretary of state.
Eleven firms hoping to compete for licenses for resort casinos or a slots parlor filed initial applications and non-refundable $400,000 application fees before a Tuesday deadline, the Mass. Gaming Commission announced.
Eleven firms hoping to compete for licenses for resort casinos or a slots parlor filed initial applications and non-refundable $400,000 application fees before a Tuesday deadline, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission announced.
A coalition of unions, service groups and municipal officials is calling on Gov. Deval Patrick and Massachusetts lawmakers to back a hike in the state income tax to help fend off budget cuts.
A coalition of unions, service groups and municipal officials is calling on Gov. Deval Patrick and Massachusetts lawmakers to back a hike in the state income tax to help fend off budget cuts.
Congressman Mike Capuano announced on Tuesday that he has decided not to enter the race for US Senate if Sen. John Kerry is confirmed as Secretary of State.
Congressman Mike Capuano announced on Tuesday that he has decided not to enter the race for US Senate if Sen. John Kerry is confirmed as Secretary of State.
Tuesday, January 15 2013 10:44 AM EST2013-01-15 15:44:22 GMT
BOSTON (MyFoxBoston.com) -- "Are you serious? Are you serious?" That's how an interview of Mass. Transportation Secretary Richard Davey began on the Fox 25 Morning News Tuesday. Fox 25 News commentator
BOSTON (MyFoxBoston.com) -- "Are you serious? Are you serious?" That's how an interview of Mass. Transportation Secretary Richard Davey began on the Fox 25 Morning News Tuesday.
The field of competitors for casino licenses in eastern and western Massachusetts took shape on Monday with several companies submitting initial applications along with nonrefundable
The field of competitors for casino licenses in eastern and western Massachusetts took shape on Monday with several companies submitting initial applications along with nonrefundable $400,000 application fees in advance of a key deadline set by the state gaming commission.
Democratic Congressman Ed Markey has hired a veteran campaign manager to run his campaign for U.S. Sen. John Kerry's seat if Kerry is confirmed as secretary of state.
Democratic Congressman Ed Markey has hired a veteran campaign manager to run his campaign for U.S. Sen. John Kerry's seat if Kerry is confirmed as secretary of state.
Friday, January 11 2013 5:55 PM EST2013-01-11 22:55:43 GMT
One day after Middlesex County district attorney Gerry Leone announced he's not running for re-election and is leaving government service altogether a field of potential candidates is beginning to open up for the seat.
One day after Middlesex County district attorney Gerry Leone announced he's not running for re-election and is leaving government service altogether a field of potential candidates is beginning to open up for the seat.
Gov. Patrick plans to propose legislation calling for sweeping changes in future retiree health care benefits for state and municipal employees that officials estimate will save up to $20 billion
Gov. Deval Patrick plans to propose legislation calling for sweeping changes in future retiree health care benefits for state and municipal employees that officials estimate will save up to $20 billion over the next 30 years.
A New York state woman has been sentenced to more than two years in prison for sending threatening letters containing harmless white powder to officials in Massachusetts.
A New York state woman has been sentenced to more than two years in prison for sending threatening letters containing harmless white powder to officials in Massachusetts.
Congressman Stephen Lynch is planning to decide soon whether to jump into a special Senate election to fill Sen. John Kerry's seat if Kerry is confirmed as secretary of state.
Congressman Stephen Lynch is planning to decide soon whether to jump into a special Senate election to fill Sen. John Kerry's seat if Kerry is confirmed as secretary of state.
