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Massachusetts Voters Approve Millionaire Tax Ballot Question
Massachusetts voters have approved an amendment to the state constitution that will increase taxes on those earning more than $1 million a year.
Massachusetts Voters Keep New Immigrant Driver’s License Law
Massachusetts voters have voted against repealing a new law allowing immigrants who are in the country illegally to obtain state driver’s licenses.
Millionaire Tax, Drivers License Questions Too Early to Call
Two closely watched ballot questions in Massachusetts — one that would create a tax aimed at millionaires and another that would repeal a law allowing those in the country illegally to obtain a state driver's license — remained too early to call early Wednesday.
Andrea Campbell Elected Massachusetts Attorney General
Democrat Andrea Campbell has become the first Black woman in Massachusetts history to be elected attorney general.
Democrat Seth Magaziner Wins U.S. House Seat in Rhode Island
State Treasurer Seth Magaziner won the congressional seat in Rhode Island being vacated by longtime U.S. Rep. Jim Langevin, keeping it in Democratic control.
Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee Wins First Full Term in Office
Rhode Island Democratic Gov. Dan McKee has defeated Republican challenger Ashley Kalus to win his first full term in office.
Maura Healey Is First Gay Woman Elected Massachusetts Governor
Democratic Attorney General Maura Healey has been elected governor of Massachusetts, making history as the state's first woman and first openly gay candidate elected to the office.
Native Americans Urge Boycott of ‘Tone Deaf’ Pilgrim Museum
Native Americans in Massachusetts are calling for a boycott of a popular living history museum featuring Colonial reenactors portraying life in Plymouth.
Truck Driver Acquitted in Deaths of 7 Motorcyclists, Including Lakeville Couple
A jury Tuesday acquitted a commercial truck driver of causing the deaths of seven motorcyclists in a horrific head-on collision in northern New Hampshire.
Massachusetts Sports Betting Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature
Evidence shows that state residents are already traveling to Rhode Island, New Hampshire, New York and Connecticut to place legal sports wagers.