Massachusetts social issues

Massachusetts Faces Rising Healthcare Costs: Affordability Challenges

News Summary Massachusetts is grappling with a significant rise in healthcare costs, experiencing an 8.6% increase in 2023, totaling $78.1…

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Massachusetts Lawmakers Introduce the Bettor Health Act

News Summary Massachusetts lawmakers are proposing the Bettor Health Act to regulate the state's booming sports gambling industry. The act…

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Tragic Incident in Belize: Three American Women Found Dead

News Summary Belize is grieving the loss of three American women from Revere, Massachusetts, who were found dead from acute…

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Boston’s Proposed Candy Tax Faces Opposition from Lawmakers

News Summary Governor Maura Healey has proposed a candy tax in Massachusetts, aiming to classify candy as a non-essential item…

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Controversial Detention of Doctoral Student in Somerville

News Summary The community of Somerville, Massachusetts is in turmoil following the detention of Rumeysa Ozturk, a 30-year-old doctoral student.…

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Massachusetts Food Banks Struggle Amid Federal Cuts

News Summary Food banks across Massachusetts are facing a significant crisis due to federal funding cuts totaling $3.3 million from…

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Massachusetts Renters Face Significant Section 8 Voucher Changes

News Summary Beginning May 1, Massachusetts renters relying on Section 8 vouchers will encounter major adjustments that could lead to…

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Governor Healey Advocates for Boston’s Children’s Health Funding

News Summary Governor Maura Healey visited Boston Children's Hospital to rally support for critical federal funding at risk. These funds…

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Brookline Remembers Kitty Dukakis: A Legacy of Advocacy

News Summary Kitty Dukakis, the beloved wife of former Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis, has passed away at 88. Known for…

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Massachusetts Residents Rally Against Proposed Medicaid Cuts

News Summary Massachusetts faces a grave challenge as local leaders and activists unite against proposed $900 billion cuts to Medicaid.…

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