We've slapped a tax on sugary drinks, watched prices rise, and people bought less soda—but their waistlines didn’t seem to ...

Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan proposed a new tax on sugar-sweetened beverages Jan. 15, aiming to combat the ...

Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan proposed the idea as a way to promote healthier habits among residents and also raise ...

Of the nearly 500 readers who responded to our poll, the majority (70%) said they wouldn't support a tax on sugary drinks.

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

A tax on sugary drinks could fund important programs and improve public health, but critics argue it could harm small ...

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

Councilmember Jim Harrity, who introduced the resolution, says the charge 'disproportionately impacts low-income communities.' ...

Boston city councilors on Wednesday introduced a tax on sweetened beverages to fund public health initiatives.