NEW: @massgovernor.bsky.social will lower the American and Massachusetts flags to half-staff at all state buildings in recognition of former Congressman Barney Frank. Frank passed away last night at the age of 86. @NBC10Boston @IssueNBCBoston #mapoli www.nbcboston.com/news/local/f...

“When I’m dead, I’m dead.” Former Congressman Barney Frank isn’t concerned with legacy as he speaks from hospice care in Maine. More at 9:30 am TODAY on @nbcboston.com. #mapoli

“Too bad, that’s the way the world is” Former Massachusetts Congressman Barney Frank with a warning to his party as he nears the end of his life. More from him Sunday at 9:30 am on @ Issue on @nbcboston.com

I went one-on-one with Democratic US Senate Candidate Graham Platner hours after Maine Gov Janet Mills suspended her campaign. He’s hoping to unseat incumbent Sen Susan Collins in a race that could play a huge role in who controls the Senate. @nbcboston.com @seancolahan.bsky.social

Five Massachusetts Govs in one room marking 20 years of Mass Healthcare reform. @nbcboston.com @seancolahan.bsky.social

“I’m not ruling it out” @ayannapressley.bsky.social @pressley.house.gov talks about her decision not to challenge Sen Ed Markey in 2026 and whether she’ll run in 2032. @nbcboston.com 🎥 @seancolahan.bsky.social

I sat down with @pressley.house.gov @ayannapressley.bsky.social for this week’s @ Issue. Tune-in Sunday at 9:30 am to hear more of her thoughts on Iran, TPS for Haitian nationals, the Epstein files and why she didn’t run for Senate in 2026. #mapoli

Are we facing a recruitment cliff for #TSA & #ATC workers @airlinesforamerica.bsky.social CEO & President Chris Sununu weighs-in. Full interview here: www.nbcboston.com/video/full-i... #aviation #flying #mapoli #nhpolitics #newhampshire #avgeek #airlines @mattprichardtv.bsky.social @nbcboston.com

Chris Sununu has a new role, but last year President Trump wanted him to run for Senate. @mattprichardtv.bsky.social asked why he turned Trump down as we flew through some of the biggest issues facing aviation. Extended interview on @nbcboston.com 9:30am Sunday #aviation #avgeek #AirlinesForAmerica

A look ahead to my conversation with Massachusetts State Senator Nick Collins. Extended interview at 9:30 am Sunday on @nbcboston.com

“It’s just another frivolous investigation.” @massgovernor.bsky.social sits down this week on ‘@ Issue’ to talk Trump actions, her own reelection effort and responding to criticism coming from her declared gubernatorial challengers. 9:30 am Sunday on @nbcboston.com 🎥 @seancolahan.bsky.social

Rep Bill Keating says it’s full steam ahead for the Sagamore bridge replacement but the Bourne bridge is another story. More this Sunday at 9:30 am on @nbcboston.com. 🎥 @seancolahan.bsky.social

I spoke with Rep Lori Trahan for this week’s @Issue Sit Down. We discuss criticism she’s faced on term limits, the upcoming Senate race and immigration enforcement - with a focus on how Dems would approach #ICE if they win back the House in 2026. www.nbcboston.com/news/politic...

CANADA COST: According to @mayorwu.boston.gov office, her trip to NS - including two staffers - cost taxpayers $5,062 for flights and hotels. NO city $$ used on meals, I'm asking staff to check that - also - what the cost was for a security staffer and Parks Commish, who are not listed.

I asked former VP Mike Pence about the ongoing government shutdown. He sided with Republicans but also offered some criticism of his party. @nbcboston.com @seancolahan.bsky.social

“This is different” Our @Issue Sit Down is Rep Stephen Lynch this week. Hear his thoughts on political violence, immigration and the Epstein investigation at 9:30 am on Sunday morning. 🎥 @seancolahan.bsky.social @nbcboston.com

NEW: @mayorwu.boston.gov reacts to Josh Kraft departing Boston’s mayoral race. “I respect Josh’s decision” @nbcboston.com

What happens next with Boston’s ballot? State election officials tell me it’s not clear if Kraft is withdrawing his name. IF he does - he would need to file a notarized withdrawal by 5 pm Monday. They point to this law, clarifying city charter may have additional provisions. @nbcboston.com

BREAKING: Josh Kraft suspends bid for Boston mayor after distant second place finish in Tuesday’s preliminary. @nbcboston.com

Barbs traded between Mayor Michelle Wu and challenger Josh Kraft ahead of Tuesday’s preliminary election. @nbcboston.com @seancolahan.bsky.social

(1/2) NEW: @mayorwu.boston.gov on DOJ lawsuit: “This unconstitutional attack on our city is not a surprise. Boston is a thriving community, the economic and cultural hub of New England, and the safest major city in the country—but this administration is intent…”

BREAKING: DOJ is suing the City of Boston, listing Mayor Michelle Wu, BPD and Commissioner Michael Cox as defendants over immigration policies. @nbcboston.com

One-On-One with @warren.senate.gov. More of our conversation this Sunday on @nbcboston.com.

🚣 ROUGH SEAS 🚣 Gloucester and the Canadian town of Lunenburg’s decades-old relationship was put to the test in 2025 amid rising tensions between Ottawa and Washington. 🎥 @seancolahan.bsky.social

D3 Councilor John Fitzgerald with a rebuke of recent Boston City Council hearing cancellations and delays. Writes, “the serious issues facing this city should not be manipulated to advance political outcomes.” Full statement bemow @NBC10Boston #mapoli

Beacon Hill lawmakers say they’ve agreed to a raise for bar advocates, but will those attorneys accept it and start taking new cases again? Details in my @nbcboston.com report. 🎥 @seancolahan.bsky.social

🛶 Gloucester Dory Races coming with an added political edge in 2025. Watch my @nbcboston.com report to see how tensions between Ottawa and Washington are spilling into the annual tradition. 🎥 @seancolahan.bsky.social

Massachusetts Dems and Republicans react to weekend strikes in Iran. @nbcboston.com

Milton is inching towards compliance with the MBTA Communities Act. What does that mean? Check out my @nbcboston.com report. 🎥 @seancolahan.bsky.social

(1/2) Safety is on the mind of Beacon Hill lawmakers following horrific violence in Minnesota. The steps they’re considering in my @nbcboston.com report. 🎥 @seancolahan.bsky.social

🏫 THIS SUNDAY 🍎 MA Education Secretary Pat Tutwiler talks federal funding, MCAS, vocational lottery and school bus safety. Tune-in at 9:30 am on @nbcboston.com!

🚨 THIS SUNDAY 🚨 @repauchincloss.bsky.social sits down with @nbcboston.com to talk Harvard, President Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, clean energy in SE Mass and his own reelection effort in 2026. Tune-in at 9:30 AM during NBC 10 Boston Weekend Today!

Budget, Massachusetts' response to Trump, sand and fishing regulations. Just a few of the subjects we covered with Senate Minority Leader, Bruce Tarr. MORE of our extended conversation at the link below: www.nbcboston.com/on-air/as-se...

(1/2) Medicaid cuts? Dems in Massachusetts are sounding the alarm as Congress weighs a massive funding bill. @nbcboston.com #mapoli

One-on-One with MA Senate President Karen Spilka. We talk President Trump, Auditing the legislature, her own reelection plans and budget priorities. Extended conversation this Sunday on @nbcboston.com ahead of Meet the Press. Sneak peak TONIGHT at 5:30 pm

(1/2) TOLLS ON CAPE COD? Some in Mashpee are talking about the idea and setting off a flurry of reaction in the process. @nbcboston.com 🎥 @seancolahan.bsky.social

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Three days left to donate! Support my Boston Marathon run benefiting Boston Medical Center at the link below! No amount is too small, every dollar counts. www.givengain.com/project/matt...

Honored to be nominated for a New England Emmy in the Reporter-Daily News category. Even more excited to see THREE of my @nbcboston.com colleagues on the list as well.

@mattprichardtv.bsky.social with the facts, me with the analysis. Is El Salvador’s prisons the future home for U.S. citizens? www.nbcboston.com/news/politic...

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson's plea hearing is scheduled for May 5th, 2025 - per US Attorney's office. @nbcboston.com

🚨 Getting close to my $10K goal! 🚨 Support my Boston Marathon run for Boston Medical Center at the link below! One week to go! www.givengain.com/project/matt...

🚨9:45 ON @nbcboston.com🚨 Malcolm Johnson and me talk our Boston Marathon and the great charities we’re raising money for!

NEW: 15 states, including Massachusetts the District of Columbia and PA Gov Josh Shapiro are suing the Dept of Ed over rescinding ESSER funds. Lawsuit says the decision “triggered chaos” and calls for the court to “vacate and set aside the rescission letter.” www.nbcboston.com/news/local/m...

“I’m optimistic and I humble myself” More from our exclusive interview with Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson TONIGHT on @nbcboston.com

TONIGHT on @nbcboston.com, my exclusive one-on-one sit down with Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson. Tune-in at 4,5 and 6.

“Please forgive me” Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson releases statement on guilty plea deal and says she will resign. @nbcboston.com

(1/2) NEW: Council President @ruthzee.bsky.social says in a statement: “Councilor Fernandes Anderson has made the decision to resign. Per my prior statement on this matter, I agree with her decision. Our residents look to elected officials to lead with integrity…”

NEW: D2 Councilor Ed Flynn calls for an Ethics Committee on Boston City Council despite a similar proposal being voted down in January. Cites Councilor Fernandes Anderson guilty plea and says, “I am once again calling for Councilor Fernandes Anderson to resign.” @nbcboston.com

Plea agreement released for Councilor Fernandes Anderson. Sentence recommendation from US Attorney: - Incarceration for 12 months and 1 day - 36 months supervised release - $13,000 restitution