Glenn Marshall, the former leader of the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe, admits to illegal political contributions and embezzling money, leading to several reactions from pols he funneled money to.

The plan to close state facilities that serve the mentally disabled may spark protests.

Speaking of protests, the "Stop the Pike Hike" gang is launching a "penny protest" and several showed up to voice their concerns at a lengthy transportation hearing Monday night. And House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi (D-Boston) chimes in on the transportation crisis (Hint: he isn't for the toll hikes either).

Pols worry more local aid cuts are in the works after more bad state fiscal news.

A former federal judge has agreed to sift through the evidence against embattled City Councilor Chuck Turner and recommend any Council disciplinary action.

Springfield appears to be heading toward the highest business property tax rate in the state.

Following Transportation Secretary Bernard Cohen's resignation, Jon Keller slams Gov. Deval Patrick (D-Milton) for not fulfilling his campaign promises to change politics as usual on Beacon Hill.

And check out Congressman Barney Frank's (D-Newton) lengthy interview with Lesley Stahl on CBS's 60 Minutes last Sunday below.

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