Blue Cross halts controversial colonoscopy changes after backlash from doctors
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is putting the brakes on a controversial policy to restrict the use of anesthesia during colonoscopies. The policy...
Amid revenue shortfall, Mass. Gov. Healey trots out $56 billion 2025 budget proposal
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey unveiled her $56.1 billion budget proposal for fiscal year 2025 Wednesday. The first-term Democrat stumped for her second budget alongside...
Dunkin’ faces potential lawsuit over alleged discriminatory nondairy upcharge
Lactose intolerant coffee drinkers who opt for nondairy alternatives like soy, almond or oat milk in their drinks at Dunkin' may...
After Success in Massachusetts, Lawmakers in 10 States Push Wealth Tax
While ultrawealthy Americans are unlikely to face any extra federal taxes any time soon due to the makeup of Congress, legislators...
Healey budget proposal would raise spending by $2.1B
The second annual state budget bill from Gov. Maura Healey proposes $58.15 billion in total spending, suggesting comparably modest growth over prior years, and...
Google settles AI-related chip patent lawsuit that sought $1.67 billion
By Blake Brittain and Nate Raymond (Reuters) -Google on Wednesday reached a settlement in a patent infringement lawsuit over chips that power...
Massachusetts woman killed in snowmobile crash in NH
A Massachusetts woman was killed in a snowmobile crash in New Hampshire on Tuesday afternoon. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department said it...
WEATHER: Current road conditions in western Massachusetts
NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) – It’s another snowy morning out there that could impact your morning commute. LIST: Massachusetts schools closed, delayed Wednesday...
Vocational school leaders push back against calls for lottery-based admissions
Local technical and vocational school administrators are pushing back against accusations that their admissions policies are discriminatory, and that they should instead be...
Mass. weather map shows where Wed. morning commute is most dangerous
The National Weather Service warned of treacherous commute in parts of Massachusetts. Snow fell overnight and temperatures near freezing may produce icy spots on...
