Fourth of July 2025: Your guide to Western Massachusetts celebrations

Early colonists came to America in the 1600s and 1700s in pursuit of economic opportunity and political freedom from the British. Their journey to freedom began in 1775 with what is referred to as the “shot heard around the world” — when local militia …

What is — and isn't — in the new Massachusetts state budget deal

Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here.  It's July 1, and for the first time in nearly a decade, Massachusetts lawmakers have sent a …

Updated: Republic Services employees in Massachusetts stage strike

Applegreen to overhaul 18 highway stations in Massachusetts

The retailer will build nine new sites and modernize nine more, transforming the roadside travel experience across the state.Applegreen has secured a long-term contract from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to rebuild, remodel, and operate 18 highway …

America's Biggest and Best Little Fair is in Massachusetts

Massachusetts is bursting with activities this time of year. Tourist season is booming, and there are plenty of things to see and do. Whether you're a Massachusetts resident or visiting the Bay State this summer, one thing you'll want to check out …

Massachusetts health care is already struggling. The US Senate just passed a bill that could push it over the edge.

Roughly 2 million Massachusetts residents, including more than 700,000 ages 20 and younger, depend on the federal health insurance program for the poor. But tens of thousands could lose coverage as Congress races to pass legislation — perhaps by the end of …

Can you set off fireworks in Massachusetts? Fireworks illegal in MA

While all other states allow the use of some types of fireworks, Massachusetts law prohibits the possession, use and sale of fireworks without a permit. If you are caught by a law officer with fireworks, you can be issued a fine of $10 to $100, and the …

See which Massachusetts golf courses are rated best by USA Today

Massachusetts is home to numerous highly-ranked private golf courses. Donald Ross designed many of the top courses in the state. Several courses on the list were established in the early 20th century. Massachusetts golfers flocked to the tee box when …

North Andover shooting: Female off-duty officer shot by cop at her Massachusetts home during ‘armed confrontation’

A female off-duty police officer was injured after being shot at her Massachusetts home during an "armed confrontation" with another North Andover officer, the Essex District Attorney said, according to CBS News. North Andover shooting: Female …

Massachusetts State Police launches new initiative to improve transparency, public trust

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. — The Massachusetts State Police announced a new initiative on Monday they say will help to modernize policing in the state, as well as build public trust. Dubbed the “Excellence Initiative,” Colonel Geoffrey Noble says the initiative …