Must-Reads
Massachusetts
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Thousands in Central Mass. could lose health care access on Jan. 1: Here are the details
Worcester Telegram
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Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson bonus kickback allegations bring scrutiny to old-school Council practice
Boston Herald
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Pols & Politics: The Massachusetts legislative audit’s fine-print brawl
Boston Herald
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Newton’s multilevel teaching model is under fire. But what is leveling and tracking? Here’s what to know.
Boston Globe
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It's time to end legacy admissions
Commonwealth Beacon
National
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Trump says members of Jan. 6 committee should be jailed
Washington Post
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A Moment of Clarity
The Liberal Patriot
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Brian Thompson’s killing inspired rage – against the healthcare industry
The Guardian
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Biden Is Ceding Presidential Influence to Trump, and Some Democrats Are Furious
The Wall Street Journal
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E.P.A. Bans Cancer-Causing Chemicals Used in Dry Cleaning
New York Times
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Trump says he will end birthright citizenship
Politico
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Federal employees scramble to insulate themselves from Trump’s purge
Washington Post
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LGBTQ+ Americans stockpile meds and make plans to move after Trump’s win
Washington Post
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Musk’s government-slashing panel set for a flashy start, but it’s a familiar Washington ritual
Boston Globe
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How Some Voters Moved From Bernie Sanders to Donald Trump
New York Times
Today on Beacon Hill
10:00am
Wreaths Across America
Memorial Hall, State House, Boston
11:00am
House Informal Session
House Chamber
11:00am
Senate Informal Session
Senate Chamber
7:00pm
Department of Environmental Protection Public Hearing
Via Zoom
Quote of the Day
“Our latest survey, The Canvass Capitol Hill, found that 61% of Democratic senior staffers say Biden cost them the White House and both chambers of Congress in November. After the elections, Democrats and party talking heads were quick to blame Biden for not dropping out of the race sooner and giving Vice President Kamala Harris just 107 days to run her presidential campaign. The majority of GOP and Democratic respondents (77%) said the main reason for Democrats losing key races was because the party focused its election strategy on issues that didn’t matter most to voters. Polls leading up to Election Day showed the economy was the number one issue driving voters.”
Top Democratic staffers on Capitol Hill are pointing fingers at President Joe Biden for the party’s embarrassing election losses.
News by Category
Beltway Politics
Business
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‘I am deserving of that license’: As Boston readies to dole out liquor licenses, the jockeying begins
Boston Globe
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Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, North End restaurateurs wait for ruling in outdoor dining fight
Boston Herald
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Exclusive: Boston Globe Media is looking to buy Boston magazine
Media Nation
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White Stadium project cost has doubled from previous estimates, with city on hook for $91 million
Boston Globe
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Hunting Association Signs Agreement With Town To Pave Way For Shooting Range
Nantucket Current
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Rockland Trust to merge with Lowell-based bank
Boston Business Journal
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Central Mass. business leaders feel optimistic about economy for first time since May
Worcester Business Journal
Cannabis
Civil Rights
Democracy
Education
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Is a college education worth the cost of tuition?
CBS News
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Framingham Schools ready to move to in-house busing. Why the city council won't vote yes
The Metro West Daily News
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Opinion: How Trump can overhaul higher ed
Boston Globe
Environment
Health Care
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Voters signal support for Medicare for all
The Eagle Tribune
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Cancellation of kids’ asthma med continues to cause turmoil for Mass. families
Boston Globe
Housing
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Former Worcester police HQ eyed for 44 apartments, restaurant
Worcester Telegram
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Brockton City Council could override mayor's veto of homeless laws as soon as Monday
The Enterprise
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Developers will soon file plans for recreation of Allston's Great Scott in new building with 139 apartments
Universal Hub
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State seeking input on accessory dwelling unit rules
CNHI News
Judiciary
Labor
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The Country Club fined by AG for violating child labor laws
Brookline News
Legislative
Local Government
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Housatonic residents can now receive a $600 reimbursement for water expenses
Berkshire Eagle
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Methuen votes for new mayor
The Eagle Tribune
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Worcester city solicitor to retire next month
MassLive
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Amherst officials highlight achievements, look ahead in State of the Town
Gazette Net
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Editorial: With Boston School Committee pick, Wu misses opportunity to be bold
Boston Globe
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Council Proposal Would Set Salaries for Springfield Electeds on Autopilot
Western Mass. Politics & Insight
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Adams special town meeting will weigh property tax exemptions for Adams Theater, Memorial School building sale
Berkshire Eagle
Politics
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Rep. Jones Holding Office Hours Dec. 13 at Pleasant Street Center
Brookline Patch
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Human error led to Boston's ballot shortages, say city election officials
WBUR
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Nine Questions About Kickback Indictment of Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson
New Boston Post
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A city council race was tied so this California city drew straws to decide who won
AOL News
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Challengers emerge for indicted Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson’s District 7 seat
Boston Herald
Public Health
Public Safety
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New Bedford Police implement state-of-the-art virtual and AI training. What to know.
South Coast Today
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In Nubian Square, open-air drug use grows amid neighborhood redevelopment efforts
Boston Globe
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Police investigating bomb threat targeting Westford home of Rep. Trahan
WCVB
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Chicopee police showed prowess, courage (Letters to The Republican)
MassLive
Taxation
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Editorial: Smarter taxes, higher revenues vital in 2025
Boston Herald
Transportation
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TALK OF THE TIMES: Parking created at Seine Field
Gloucester Times
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Western Mass. could see economic benefits from passenger rail service along Route 2
New Hampshire Public Radio