Sgt. Gary Cederquist of the Massachusetts State Police faces the possibility of losing his $106,000 annual pension after being sentenced to prison. This development raises broader questions about public-sector retirement benefits for convicted officials.

Bill Pulte’s accusation against Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over claiming two primary residences has taken an unexpected turn. According to public records, close relatives of Pulte also declared dual primary residences in different states.

Thousands of Bay State employees now split their time between state offices and home offices, according to a CBS Boston report. The arrangement has sparked fresh questions about whether businesses and taxpayers are still getting the services they need from Beacon Hill.