In passing a bill almost 50 percent larger than Governor Maura Healey requested, the House seems to be betting that pouring big money into housing production can help to ease the crunch.
All the New England states rank safer than Massachusetts when it comes to protecting people from crimes related to gender identity and sexual orientation.
City officials and advocates hoisted the Pride flag over Boston City Hall on Monday morning, heralding a month of festivities and ongoing initiatives in support of the LGBTQ+ community.