Must-Reads
Massachusetts
Commission pushes speedier approval process for clean energy infrastructure
Commonwealth Beacon
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There's a fully built health center for Brockton High School. Why no one is using it.
CBS News
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Adding health to the reparations conversation in Boston
WBUR
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Inspector General warns of lack of oversight on public sector retiree double-dipping
WBUR
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MassGOP chair Carnevale works to rebuild a state party where MAGA battles the moderates
WBUR
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Unions close Boylston Street, say protests could continue through Marathon Day
Boston Herald
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On paper, Mass. has strong antibullying laws. But a case in Southwick raises questions about whether schools follow them.
Boston Globe
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Massachusetts teachers unions face leadership changes
Boston Globe
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Quincy’s Ian Cain forms ballot committee to challenge Elizabeth Warren
Commonwealth Beacon
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Boston city councilor calling for attendance accountability has missed the most meetings, minutes show
Boston Herald
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The Globe is expanding its weather coverage. Take a look at what’s in store.
Boston Globe
National
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Donald Trump’s Losing Touch
Vanity Fair
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Hunter Biden loses attempt to dismiss tax charges
The Hill
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"The backlash is real": Behind DEI’s rise and fall
Axios
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Rating changes: 12 House races shift on divided battlefield
Roll Call
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Big Oil Could Help Shipowner Avoid Liability For Bridge Collapse
The Lever
Today on Beacon Hill
8:00am
Housing Goals and the Grid: Challenges and Opportunities of Clean Growth
MCLE, 10 Winter Place, Boston
10:00am
Kick Butts Day - Youth Day of Action
Second Floor, State House, Boston
1:00pm
Joint Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets: Committee Hearing
A-2 and Virtual
1:00pm
Senate Committee on Climate Change and Global Warming: Committee Hearing
Virtual Hearing
2:00pm
Joint Committee on Economic Development & Emerging Technologies: Committee Hearing
A-1 and Virtual
Birthday: Rep. Frank Moran
Quote of the Day
““This pattern of attacking family members of presiding jurists and attorneys assigned to his cases serves no legitimate purpose. It merely injects fear in those assigned or called to participate in the proceedings, that not only they, but their family members as well, are ‘fair game’ for Defendant’s vitriol,” Merchan wrote in his ruling.”
A New York judge expanded former President Trump’s gag order on Monday to limit his recent barrage of attacks against the judge’s daughter.
News by Category
Business
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Drink Options At Restaurants Return To Pre-Pandemic Mode
State House News Service
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To-go cocktail policy expires in Massachusetts
WBUR
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Why New Englanders are nuts for Teddie peanut butter
WBUR
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Meet one of Boston’s busiest developers: Amy Schectman
Boston Globe
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How will the Baltimore bridge collapse impact Massachusetts: ‘Boston could certainly take more ships and cargo’
Boston Herald
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Markey, Warren urge GE to reconsider rail
Berkshire Eagle
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Former Grafton State Hospital site planned for life sciences complex after $2.65M sale
Worcester Business Journal
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State rules governing to-go drinks, outdoor dining expire as politicians figure out next steps
Gazette Net
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Veteran West Roxbury community booster will lead Amherst Area Chamber
Gazette Net
Education
Environment
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State regulators focus on 'environmental justice'
Newburyport News
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Lee creates PCB advisory committee and hires an environmental consulting firm to keep residents informed
Berkshire Eagle
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Residents air concerns on clean energy, particularly solar siting, at Sunderland forum
The Recorder
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Tree wreckers causing havoc: Spongy moth, emerald ash borer killing off oak and ash populations in area towns
Gazette Net
Gaming
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Our View: Earth to AG: Of course, minors are betting on sports
Newburyport News
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Wenzel: Will regulators take your fantasy sports away?
Boston Herald
Health Care
Housing
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Shelter Policy Negotiators Vote To Close Deliberations
State House News Service
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Two more Boston office buildings to be converted into housing
Boston Business Journal
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Legislature’s inaction on ‘home equity theft’ hinders city tax foreclosures
The New Bedford Light
Human Services
Immigration
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How many migrants have arrived in Massachusetts? It’s hard to know for sure, but they keep coming.
Boston Globe
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Markey, Mass. pols call on Biden admin. to send cash to states dealing with migrant surge
MassLive
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Migrants flown to Vineyard by DeSantis can sue charter company, judge rules
WBUR
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Judge dismisses most defendants in lawsuit over migrants flown to Martha’s Vineyard
Boston Globe
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A federal judge says migrants can sue the company that flew them to Martha's Vineyard
NPR
Labor
Legislative
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No fooling on gun reform, bottle deposits and marijuana pardons at the Massachusetts Statehouse
New England Public Media
Local Government
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Advocates renew push for permanent remote meetings
The Eagle Tribune
Politics
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Delahunt Remembered For Work As Prosecutor, Congressman
State House News Service
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After pulling papers, North Adams City Council Vice President Shade explains decision not to run for 3rd Berkshire House seat
WAMC
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Boston city councilor calling for attendance accountability has missed the most meetings, minutes show
Boston Herald
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Robbins: Remembering Joe Lieberman, man of principle
Boston Herald
Public Health
- Panel meets on rural overdoses in Massachusetts, legislator looks to craft bill
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Helpline Volume Punctuates Suicide Prevention Work
State House News Service
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Samaritans marks 50 years of suicide prevention care
WGBH
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A half-century of helping those who have lost all hope
Boston Globe
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As business booms in Boston Harbor, port communities pay the health costs
WGBH
Public Safety
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Northwestern District Attorney’s Office Gun Buyback Program to be held on April 13
MassLive
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FL: Is Florida’s red flag law working? Gun deaths are up, but mass shootings down
Sun Sentinel
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Firefighters prep to meet ‘unique challenge’ as electrical vehicles gain popularity
Gazette Net
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Judge skeptical of subpoenas sought by Colby Turner in police-detail theft case
Worcester Telegram
Reproductive Rights
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Lawmakers defend VA's expansion of IVF services
The Eagle Tribune
State Finance
State Government
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New Bedford State Pier redevelopment proposals to be subject of May public meeting
South Coast Today
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Flags ordered to be half staff in Massachusetts all week
News 22 WWLP.com
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Opinion: Mass. climate chief is on a mission. Time now for a secretary of equity.
Boston Globe
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‘A good shotgun marriage.’ Alongside Healey, Kim Driscoll has carved out a significant role in oft-overlooked office.
Boston Globe
Transportation
Utilities
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Consolidation, Caps Urged To Speed Clean Energy Permitting
State House News Service