A tax on sugary drinks takes effect Thursday in the beachside community of Santa Cruz, seven years after California banned its cities and counties from implementing local grocery taxes as part of ...

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The Boston City Council will soon consider whether to adopt a special tax on beverages including soda and sugary drinks. This ill-timed and unnecessary idea, if supported by both the City Council ...

A trip to the concession stand for a frosty Coca-Cola at Fenway Park, the TD Garden, or anywhere else in Boston could cost a wee bit more if the Boston City Council approves the so-called ...

Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan proposed a new tax on sugar-sweetened beverages Jan. 15, aiming to combat the disproportionate impact of diet-related diseases on low-income residents.

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The Boston City Council is proposing a tax on sugary drinks, saying the money on unhealthy beverages can be put to good use.

Soda taxes are controversial, but a soda tax isn’t just about cost: Part of the reason such policies work, says Justin White, a health-policy expert at Boston University, is that they can make ...

The Boston City Council plans to discuss the possibility of imposing a new local tax on sodas and other sugary drinks.

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Boston city councilors plan to hold a hearing on the issue. A new city tax on sugary drinks would require approval from state lawmakers, in addition to city leaders.