Would use surplus funds to double income tax exemption

Combined entity would become strong rival to Blue Cross Blue Shield

Deadline looms, but House vote paves way for a hearing

Reps remember those slain during debate on legislation

But school officials say spending plan lacks sufficient funding

Bundling amendments in Room 348 streamlines an unwieldy process

DeLeo says House intent has been 'misconstrued'

Caucus includes 60 of 127 Dems in the chamber

Developer may pay as much as $235m for 99-year lease

Say size of increase is too high for riders from Worcester area

Commission would study news deserts, newspaper consolidation

Critics say spending hikes don't go far or fast enough

Lawmakers, mayors pound governor over approval of Weymouth gas project

House passed measure Dec. 28, too late for amendments

Kennealy takes over as secretary of housing, economic development

Teachers union vows to raise 'expectations,' 'hell,' and 'revenue'

Revenue projections for FY20 range from 2% to 3.4%

Moulton says utility president should step down

Trump was undercurrent in both races

Teacher reps join Laverne Cox in urging voters to preserve transgender law

Tabb: Terms approach 'outer limits of what's doable'

Health plans: Commission should estimate cost of staffing initiative

Moulton blames 'human mistake' for gas fires, explosions

Partners says nurse ballot question would boost its costs $140m

Will back Trump supporters Diehl and McMahon

DeLeo: 'There's really been no consensus in the House'

Call comes as House to take up opioid, education budget legislation

Governor 'expects' A.J. Baker will cooperate in probe

Measure approved on voice vote; nears final passage