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

The two Republicans running for governor of Massachusetts ramped up attacks this month on each other’s past work and credibility.

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

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.

Because it is a regional school district, both towns would have to approve overrides for B-R to get the increased funding. However, even if Bridgewater rejects its override Saturday, the Raynham override vote isn’t cancelled. Both votes will happen, which will determine how the school district moves forward.

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

Former Massachusetts Sen. Scott P. Brown announced Wednesday that he is making another bid for the Senate from New Hampshire.

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.

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