2018 Governor's Race
Stories and segments about the 2018 Massachusetts governor's race.
Mass. Gov. Baker Wins Re-Election
The popular Republican incumbent has easily fended off a challenge from Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jay Gonzalez.
Photos: Baker And Gonzalez's Final Campaign Day Before The Election
Gonzalez paid a visit to Diesel Coffee Shop in Somerville's Davis Square, while Baker spoke with patrons at Four Sisters Owl Diner in Lowell.
Baker And Gonzalez Hit The Road For Last Minute Votes
Charlie Baker and Jay Gonzalez spent the last weekend before Election Day drumming up support across the state.
Baker And Gonzalez Meet In Final Debate
In their final debate, the two men running for governor made their case for why Massachusetts voters should choose them.
WATCH: Final Governor's Debate
Republican Gov. Charlie Baker and his Democratic challenger, Jay Gonzalez, faced off in their third and final debate -- just days before Election Day.
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WBUR Poll: Just Days Before Election, Baker Keeps Big Lead Over Gonzalez
The margin remains sizable: 68 percent for Gov. Charlie Baker, 25 percent for Jay Gonzalez.
Voter Guide: Massachusetts Election
Here's a guide to notable contested races in the state.
Taxes Mark A Key Dividing Line Between Gonzalez And Baker
Jay Gonzalez isn't shy when talking about the need for new taxes. With a few exceptions, Gov. Charlie Baker has held off raising new revenues.
Even In Massachusetts, The Midterms Are All About Trump
President Trump is casting a long shadow over hundreds of political contests across the country, including the governor's race and Senate race in Massachusetts.
In Top Mass. Races, Incumbents Raise Far More In Campaign Cash Than Challengers
Those already in power have demonstrated the ability to rake in millions more than their challengers in campaign donations, regardless of party.
3 In 10 Likely Mass. Voters Plan To Vote For Both Warren And Baker
And those voters look more like Warren voters than Baker voters, Rich Parr writes
Gonzalez Hits Baker For The Governor's Backing Of GOP Senate Candidate Diehl
It was the most contentious moment in the televised gubernatorial debate.
Gonzalez Pitches 'Bold Vision' On Education With Few Specifics
If elected governor, the Democrat is proposing big initiatives: universal access to high quality preschool and childcare, debt-free college tuition at public colleges and an endowment tax.
After Failed Charter School Expansion, Baker Focuses On Small-Scale Education Initiatives
Gov. Charlie Baker focused the first two years of his term on expanding charter schools in Massachusetts. When that failed, Baker shifted much of his attention to other smaller programs...
Baker, Gonzalez Meet In Energy And Environmental Issues Forum
On Thursday, Republican Gov. Charlie Baker and Democratic challenger Jay Gonzalez met at the Museum of Science for a forum that focused on energy and environmental issues.
How The 2 Candidates For Governor Compare On Environmental Issues
Massachusetts environmental politics and policies take center stage at a gubernatorial forum.
Baker, Gonzalez Trade Jabs At First Gubernatorial Debate
On Tuesday night, Gov. Charlie Baker and Democratic challenger Jay Gonzalez met for the first of their three debates before Election Day.
Struggling With Name Recognition, Jay Gonzalez Chases Charlie Baker
With Election Day just weeks away, Jay Gonzalez struggles with visibility.
Baker Holds Commanding Lead Over Gonzalez In WBUR Poll
The poll finds that of the Democrats surveyed, most would vote for Republican Gov. Charlie Baker.
Scott Lively's 'Surprising' Vote Totals Signal Some Mass. GOPers Will Align With The Far-Right To Ditch Baker
As expected, Gov. Charlie Baker coasted to a win in Tuesday's primary. But what wasn't expected was that his far-right challenger would nab 36 percent of the vote.