Local News While the cost of living rises and staffing shortages persist in Boston, some officials say tweaking or eliminating the residency requirement could be a solution. Boston City Hall. David L….
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Boston City Council fails to override most of Mayor Wu’s budget vetoes
Local News Councilors worked late into the night Wednesday, passing only a few amended budget items against Wu’s budget. City Clerk Alex Geourntas tallies the Boston City Council’s vote on Mayor Michelle…
Boston City Council sides with Mayor Wu, approves property tax proposal
Local News Mayor Michelle Wu wants the power to temporarily increase the commercial property tax rate in order to help residential property owners. The proposal still requires approval from state lawmakers. Councilor…
Deadly crashes prompt Boston City Council to explore citywide speed limit reductions
Local News City Council members said that they want to see more traffic calming infrastructure and look into new technology that can prevent speeding. Flowers and toys left at the intersection of…
Worcester won’t allow tents in public parks for temporary shelter, City Council decides
Local News The City Council unanimously decided to file the petition to allow tents in public spaces but discussed other interim solutions to help the growing homelessness population in Worcester. City of…
Cambridge City Council unanimously calls for a ceasefire in Gaza
Local News Mayor Denise Simmons moved the meeting online to avoid protesters, and she was absent for the first two hours of public comment. Pro-Palestine supporters demonstrate in front of Cambridge City…