WBUR Newsroom Election 2008 CommonHealth Blog Radio Boston Blog Boston Weather Climate Connections BBC World News NPR Top Stories NPR's Morning Edition NPR Topics: Books NPR Topics: Movies Fresh Air All Things Considered Marketplace Submit a News Tip RSS Feeds Podcasts Auto Rate Changes in Gear By Bob Oakes Listen to story (Real Audio) Massachusetts' new auto insurance rates kick in today. (Flickr photo: Stephen Gilmer) BOSTON, Mass. - April 01, 2008 - Drivers will be navigating more than the roads, starting today. Auto insurance rates are now deregulated in Massachusetts, as the state moves to "managed competition." But with more coverage options available, the insurance system may be challenging. Massachusetts' Insurance Commissioner Nonnie Burnes joins WBUR's Bob Oakes to help guide us through the shift. RELATED LINKS "InsureMass," Division of Insurance site for consumers. Skelly Insurance website    From The WBUR Newsroom Speaker DiMasi Speaks Out BOSTON, Mass. (May 13, 2008) After keeping quiet about recent ethics allegations and speculation about successors, House Speaker Sal DiMasi is now sanswering the critics. Trying to Avoid Foreclosure BOSTON, Mass. (May 13, 2008) Amid record foreclosure rates, many homeowners are doing everything possible to negotiate with their lenders. But some are finding it's an insurmountable challenge to keep their homes. Loan Forgiveness a Success BOSTON (May 12, 2008) A loan forgiveness program has attracted 47 doctors and nurse practitioners in its first year. Profiles in Courage Awards BOSTON (May 12, 2008) The Secretaries of State from Ohio and California are the Kennedy Library's Profile in Courage Award winners.