Son used marijuana to ease severe nausea and pain before he died from cancer. Full story »

The seat is currently held by state Sen. Stephen J. Buoniconti. Full story »

Baker would ban performance bonuses for state pension fund managers when investments don’t grow, and prohibit public employees from simultaneously holding jobs at the state and local levels. Full story »

Cahill made his remarks after Gov. Patrick accused him of being silent amid the debates. Full story »

The ad features several small business owners saying they're struggling to cope with rising premiums. Full story »

The Boston City Council is kicking around new ideas for curbing a downtown graffiti problem.  Full story »

O’Brien said he has no desire to be chief. Full story »

Massachusetts placed 10 out of the 50 states when it came to stimulus-spending transparency. Full story »

There is disagreement over whether "intentional" is a provision to the law or an error. Full story »

The reduction could force additional layoffs and cuts in services in communities. Full story »

Ways and Means announces schools will be financed at minimum level to provide adequate education. Full story »

A jobs bill sponsored by Murray calls for a study of a state-owned bank. Full story »

Springfield’s unemployment was the 17th highest in the state, but lower than New Bedford, Lawrence and Fall River.  Full story »

Legislative leaders said Gov. Deval Patrick’s draft budget counts too heavily on federal stimulus money, and draws too deeply on the state’s rainy day account. Full story »

In another school-related matter the Senate approved a bill that would ban certain sodas and snacks from vending machines. Full story »