The Massachusetts Nurses Association has called on Gov. Charlie Baker to declare a state of emergency as hospitals struggle to deal with the overwhelming number of COVID-19 patients.
Proponents of several proposed ballot initiatives will begin the final stage of their petitioning efforts Wednesday to secure spots on the November 2018 ballot. The proposed ballot questions include a gradual minimum wage increase, paid family leave for working individuals and balanced nurse-to-patient ratios in Massachusetts hospitals.
