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

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

According to the CDC, frequent consumption of sugary drinks is linked to adverse health outcomes that include obesity, type 2 ...

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

The Boston City Council will soon debate the possibility of a tax on sugary drinks. Would you support it? The post Tell us: ...

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

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

A new study reveals that sugary drinks like soda and fruit juices can heighten getting type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular ...

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

BOSTON - It could cost you more to get a soda soon. The Boston City Council is proposing a tax on sugary drinks, saying the money on unhealthy beverages can be put to good use. City Councilor ...

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

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