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Massachusetts is taking on one of America's biggest health insurers for allegedly padding profits by making vulnerable seniors appear sicker than they really were. The lawsuit could open the door for other states to investigate similar practices.
Massachusetts just became the first state to officially recognize a union for ride-share drivers, giving 70,000 Uber and Lyft workers the power to negotiate for better pay and working conditions. The historic certification marks a major shift in how gig economy workers can fight for their rights.
Massachusetts is investing $25 million to help MIT build a cutting-edge quantum research facility that scientists across the state can use. The Quantum Systems Laboratory will bring together quantum computers, sensors, and specialized equipment under one roof for the first time anywhere in the world.
Massachusetts towns can now access two free online tools that make going green easier, thanks to Boston University researchers who centralized scattered energy data into one place. The platforms help cities share wins, find funding, and make smarter climate decisions.
Rideshare drivers in Massachusetts just made history by forming the first officially recognized union for gig workers in the United States. The victory gives 70,000 Uber and Lyft drivers the power to negotiate for better pay, safety protections, and workplace dignity.
Nearly 70,000 Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts just certified the first union for ride-hailing workers in American history. The victory could reshape how gig workers organize across the country.
Middle schoolers in Chelsea are exploring advanced manufacturing and naval engineering through interactive missions that connect classroom learning to real shipbuilding careers. The program gives students hands-on experience with the technology that builds submarines for national defense.
Chelsea High School students showcased career-building projects in submarine design and maritime engineering, opening doors to high-demand manufacturing careers. The program connects 5th through 9th graders to real-world Navy technology and workforce opportunities.
A Franklin High School valedictorian earned the prestigious Republican Ed Brooke Scholarship and is heading to Yale University this fall. The scholarship, named after Massachusetts' groundbreaking U.S. Senator, marks its sixth award since inception.
The Cambridge Community Foundation just distributed $1.4 million across 157 local organizations working to make their community stronger. Through 14 review meetings and 44 volunteer advisors, the foundation is doubling down on supporting neighbors who need it most.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft just used Mars as a cosmic speed boost, slingshotting past the red planet at 2,864 miles up and gaining 1,000 mph on its journey to explore a Massachusetts-sized metal asteroid. Along the way, it captured stunning crescent views of Mars that Earth-based observers could never see.
A Massachusetts nonprofit is connecting neighbors who help seniors stay independent through rides, errands, and friendship. The program has grown to 100 members, but transportation needs have doubled in just one year.
Cambridge, Massachusetts voted to discontinue its ShotSpotter gunshot detection system after a decade of use, joining a growing movement of cities prioritizing privacy and community trust. The decision reflects a shift toward policing methods that residents feel better serve their neighborhoods.
A Massachusetts community transformed a veterans cemetery into a sea of flags before Memorial Day, speaking each fallen hero's name aloud. In just 90 minutes, 150 volunteers ensured every veteran would be remembered.
When a car flipped and burst into flames on Massachusetts I-495, an off-duty firefighter and quick-thinking bystanders pulled two trapped victims to safety. Dramatic video captured the life-saving rescue as flames engulfed the wreckage.
A Massachusetts nonprofit is transforming lives by connecting volunteers with older adults who need simple help like rides and light chores. The program has grown so successful that demand for drivers has skyrocketed.
A Massachusetts town just gave residents a powerful voice in renewable energy development. Swansea voters approved new zoning rules that balance clean energy growth with community safety.
When 98-year-old Navy veteran John Bernard Arnold III died alone in Massachusetts, a simple Facebook plea transformed what could have been an empty funeral into a hero's farewell attended by 1,500 people. The outpouring proved that service and sacrifice are never forgotten, even when family is gone.
When an electric vehicle rolled over and caught fire on I-495, a group of strangers armed with rocks, crutches, and a fire extinguisher refused to give up until two trapped people were free. An off-duty firefighter joined everyday heroes in a dramatic roadside rescue that shows the power of people helping people.
When a car rolled over and burst into flames on Interstate 495, a group of strangers refused to give up until they pulled two trapped people to safety. Their determined effort shows the power of ordinary people doing extraordinary things in a crisis.
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