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Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey secures reelection to second term over GOP challenger Mike Minogue

Democratic Gov. Maura Healey secured a second term by defeating Republican challenger Mike Minogue in a decisive victory, according to early unofficial tallies following the close of polls.

AP: Markey will win another six years in U.S. Senate

Massachusetts voters reupped 80-year-old U.S. Sen. Ed Markey for another six-year term, giving him an opportunity to shape the direction of national policy as President Trump’s term winds down, and beyond.  The Associated Press called the race for Markey just after the polls closed Tuesday night. The Malden Democrat defeated Republican challenger John Deaton, a […]

Hampshire County voters cite Trump, affordability and ballot questions at the polls

Many voters interviewed Tuesday described this midterm election as a referendum on the Trump administration and the Republican majority in Congress. Even in Massachusetts, Democratic voters young and old said they felt compelled to head to the polls on Election Day. “I just try to keep it blue,” said Mattias Lipp, 21, a Democratic voter […]

UMass men's basketball topples Troy, 71-60, in 2026-27 opener

The UMass men’s basketball team notched its first win of the 2026-27 season following its 71-60 defeat against Troy on Monday night. The Minutemen used a 32-1 run to blow past the Trojans in their season opener, while Junjie “Barry” Wang tallied a double-double as UMass’ top contributor. Wang recorded 18 points and 13 rebounds, […]