Boston police deploy surveillance tech without council approval
Boston police are required to obtain permission from the City Council to obtain new surveillance technology, but have not done so in recent years.
City's Chinatown upzoning plans spark fears of displacement
In Boston’s Chinatown, community members are worried about losing their homes and businesses to displacement.
Protesters press Healey on ICE agreement
A crowd of more than 40 protesters demonstrated in front of Gov. Maura Healey’s Arlington home Monday calling on her to end a Massachusetts Department of Corrections cooperation agreement with ICE.
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Legislation aims to create more permanently affordable housing in Massachusetts
Last week, state Sen. Liz Miranda and Rep. Chris Worrell advocated for their bill titled “Homes for Lasting Affordability” before the Joint Committee on Housing by state legislators.
Bills take aim at zip code-based auto insurance rates
For Massachusetts residents, the zip code in which one lives matters when it comes to auto insurance premiums.
NAACP calls for halt to White Stadium demolition
The NAACP Boston Branch is calling on the city to halt demolition on White Stadium, citing concerns including the project's displacement of BPS students from the facility and negative community impacts on parking and traffic.
Housing
City's Chinatown upzoning plans spark fears of displacement
In Boston’s Chinatown, community members are worried about losing their homes and businesses to displacement.
Legislation aims to create more permanently affordable housing in Massachusetts
Last week, state Sen. Liz Miranda and Rep. Chris Worrell advocated for their bill titled “Homes for Lasting Affordability” before the Joint Committee on Housing by state legislators.
Dorchester couple renting micro units for $750/month
Back in 2018, when the city launched a micro-unit pilot project, some saw the potential for sub-400 square-foot studio apartments as a solution to the city’s growing affordability crisis.