Must-Reads
Massachusetts
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Former GOP head asks SJC to force legislative audit
The Eagle Tribune
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Hasbro chooses Seaport for new headquarters
Boston Business Journal
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ICE Ramps Up Operations in Chicago and Massachusetts
TIME
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Boston’s Election Day by the numbers
Politico
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Mass. public defender agency hires 22 new attorneys in rapid expansion
WBUR
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Harvard Was Cleared To Get Some Federal Funds. Then DOGE Stepped In.
The Harvard Crimson
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‘Save me’: Why Massachusetts must pass the Medical Civil Rights Act
Boston Globe
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As ICE surges in Mass., top Dems offer condemnation, but stop short of action
MassLive
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Report: New Bedford police use hundreds of informants, and many are active criminals
South Coast Today
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Rural health care clinics in Mass. brace for Medicaid cuts
WBUR
National
Democrats release suggestive letter to Epstein purportedly signed by Trump, which he denies
Boston Globe
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In Epstein's 'Birthday Book,' a Celebration of His Lecherous Exploits
New York Times
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Heritage ‘Manhattan Project’ for nuclear family is a-bomb on right
The Hill
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Meet the Rugged Guys of the 2026 midterms
Washington Post
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High schoolers’ reading, math scores drop to lowest level in decades
The Hill
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Russia bombs Ukraine almost every night. This is what it sounds like.
Washington Post
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Trump dreams of making Chicago a colony
Public Notice
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It’s Just Not That Complicated
The Lever
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Trump Says It’s Not His Signature. But Personal Letters Look Similar.
New York Times
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Leaders stake out funding positions as the Hill waits for Trump
punchbowl
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Wall Street has a consumer spending problem
Axios
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Understanding Trump’s Pivot to “Crime”
The Bulwark
Today on Beacon Hill
9:30am
Mass. Gaming Commission Public Hearing
Via conference call
10:00am
Joint Committee on Revenue: Committee Hearing
State House, Gardner Auditorium and Virtual
10:00am
Joint Committee on State Administration & Regulatory Oversight: Committee Hearing
State House, A-1 and Virtual
10:00am
Sustainability Day Fair
Great Hall, State House, Boston
10:30am
Joint Committee on Financial Services: Committee hearing
State House, A-2 and Virtual
11:00am
LGBT Aging Commission
Virtual Hearing
12:15pm
Seal, Flag, Motto Educational Development Subcommittee Meeting
Via Zoom
1:00pm
Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities: Committee Hearing
State House, B-2 and Virtual
1:00pm
Joint Committee on Judiciary: Committee Hearing
State House, A-2 and Virtual
Birthday: Rep. Jeffrey Roy
Birthday: Rep. Dennis Gallagher
Quote of the Day
“For years, Republicans have disparaged their political rivals by describing them as socialists. But that may not be the insult it once was for rank-and-file Democrats, who have warmed to socialism and increasingly see “capitalism” as a barb. A new Gallup poll finds that while U.S. adults overall are more likely to have a positive view of capitalism than socialism, Democrats feel differently. According to the survey, only 42% of Democrats view capitalism favorably, while 66% have a positive view of socialism.”
Republicans’ old insult of calling Democrats “socialists” has lost its sting—many Democrats now view socialism positively (66%) and capitalism skeptically (42%), marking a generational and ideological shift.
News by Category
Business
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Dunkin’ franchise to close Mass. production facility, lay off 74 workers
Boston Business Journal
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Hasbro to move headquarters to Boston
Boston Globe
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Scallopers press for reopening Northern Edge
National Fisherman
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Claire's to close almost 300 stores across the country - but not the one at Cape Cod Mall
Cape Cod Times
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Revolutionary collapse: The rise and fall of the once-largest cannabis employer in Central Mass.
Worcester Business Journal
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Pass go and collect 700 jobs: Hasbro announces HQ move to Boston
WGBH
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Popular toy company relocates to Massachusetts
Western Mass News
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City gave robotics grant despite stark warnings, new records show
The New Bedford Light
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Joy and Jobs: Mass. welcomes Hasbro HQ move to Boston
State House News Service
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Hasbro will move its headquarters to Boston’s Seaport. It’s a big loss for Pawtucket.
Boston Globe
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R.I. legislative leaders call Hasbro move to Boston 'very disappointing'
WPRI
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Federal program to fund tech startups is caught in D.C. crossfire, threatening some in Mass.
Boston Globe
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Yves Salomon-Fernández launches fund-raising campaign for Urban College of Boston
Boston Globe
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Goldstein: Data privacy proposals will hurt small businesses
Boston Herald
Civil Rights
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The MA Special Commission on Combatting Antisemitism’s Work Continues…
Jewish Federation of the Berkshires
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Native heroes fought and died for the American revolution. Their sacrifices couldn’t protect them.
Boston Globe
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Federal agents in Lowell spark concerns about voter intimidation
Lowell Sun
Education
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AI in the classroom? These Latino teens want Boston schools to do more training — now.
Boston Globe
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‘Acquiescence is the wrong and dishonorable path’: As Harvard weighs a deal, alum in Congress urges them to hold firm
Boston Globe
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Healing meets hardware: UMass wins $3M grant for nursing-engineering collaboration
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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Editorial: Dumbing down SAT bad move for education
Boston Herald
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Northern Essex Community College Welcomes New Members of Board of Trustees, Kelley and Horne
WHAV
Environment
Housing
Human Services
Immigration
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‘Patriot 2.0’: ICE begins immigration crackdown in Massachusetts
WPRI.com
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What we know about ICE crackdown 'Patriot 2.0' in Greater Boston
WCVB
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Despite fears, legislative leaders cool to immigration enforcement bill
State House News Service
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Home Depot stores, long a hub for day laborers, now draw immigration agents out on raids
Boston Globe
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Healey knocks ICE push in Boston area as ‘political theater’
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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ICE crackdown in Massachusetts leaves immigrants living in fear: ‘The community is really paranoid’
Boston Globe
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Despite fears, legislative leaders cool to immigration enforcement bill
State House News Service
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White House press secretary defends ICE actions in Massachusetts
Boston Herald
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Beacon Hill’s three most powerful Democrats slam Trump from immigration surge in Mass.
Union Bulletin
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Beacon Hill’s three most powerful Democrats slam Trump for ICE surge in Mass.
Boston Herald
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Immigration sweep in Massachusetts raises community concerns
WCVB
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25 Investigates: U.S. Border Czar Tom Homan warns of ‘permanent’ ICE surge in Massachusetts
Boston 25 News
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Immigration arrests increase in Massachusetts with new ICE operation
WGBH
Judiciary
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Public defenders office hires new attorneys with state funding
The Eagle Tribune
Labor
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Mount Holyoke, unions settle contract dispute
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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US health care hiring slowdown is warning for broader job market
Boston Globe
Local Government
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Should Worcester require sprinklers in apartment buildings? City Council to consider
Worcester Telegram
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The 10 wealthiest ZIP codes in Massachusetts can be found in one area, report finds
CBS News
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‘Disrespectful’: South Boston emerges as hot spot for move-out day debris, as trash complaints surge
Boston Globe
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Early Voting Underway For Medford City Council Preliminary Election
Medford Patch
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Curbing noise complaints ‘a work in progress’ in Deerfield, Select Board says
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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Plainfield residents to weigh 23-acre solar farm proposal
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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New ballot lottery set after Barone reinstated as Attleboro councilor-at-large candidate
The Sun Chronicle
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Select Board chooses Chris Dillon for Billerica town manager
Lowell Sun
Politics
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Macksey faces challenge from Berglund in this fall’s North Adams mayoral race as she makes bid for third term
WAMC
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State House Roundup: State Dems square off against Trump, RFK Jr.
Worcester Telegram
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Circumstances will "dictate" Galvin's reelection decision, and they're shifting
State House News Service
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GOP candidate Mike Kennealy led August fundraising largely because of self-funding
Boston Herald
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MassDems highlight progress and preview state convention in Springfield
The Reminder
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Neutral Healey will "see what happens" in Boston mayoral prelim
State House News Service
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NY: Mamdani Leads Cuomo Head-to-Head, With a Turnout Twist
New York Times
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Driscoll sets stage for Marblehead Democrats
Lynn Daily News Item
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WI: Wisconsin legislative feud erupts in public with lawmaker accused of threatening fellow legislators
The Associated Press
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Annissa Essaibi George, beat by Michelle Wu for Boston mayor in 2021, backs Josh Kraft
Boston Herald
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Battenfeld: Michelle Wu, master of tightly controlled messaging
Boston Herald
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Michelle Wu is way ahead of Josh Kraft in polls. Could the margin in Tuesday’s preliminary election change that?
Boston Globe
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What to expect in Boston's preliminary election, from mayor's race margins to City Council candidates
WBUR
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Josh Kraft touts Boston mayoral endorsement from disgraced ex-pol Dianne Wilkerson on eve of election
Boston Herald
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Boston mayor, City Council races on the ballot in Tuesday’s preliminary election
Boston Herald
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There’s an election in Boston today. Here’s what’s on the ballot.
Boston Globe
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5 big questions about Boston’s preliminary elections
WGBH
Public Health
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Confusion over COVID shots starts to ease in wake of Healey’s policy changes
Boston Globe
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Vaccine policy idling in Legislature as guv digs in
State House News Service
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Mount Wachusett Community College Requiring Nursing Students To Be Vaccinated Against COVID-19
New Boston Post
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Vaccine policy idling in Legislature as guv digs in
WWLP 22
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Between theory and practice, concerns grow over aid in dying
Boston Globe
Public Safety
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Bostonians from neighborhoods of color nearly 4 times more likely to be struck by cars across city, data show
Boston Globe
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Mass. Sheriffs Say No-Cost Inmate Calls Running Up Giant Bill
WBZ News Radio
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Massachusetts driving school manager convicted in Mass State Police bribery scandal is sentenced to prison
Boston Herald
Taxation
Transportation
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MBTA to launch late night service, free fares on weekends this fall. What to know
Patriot Ledger
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Warning, fines now in play for MBTA fare evaders
State House News Service
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MBTA begins issuing fines for fare evasion. Riders have mixed feelings.
WGBH
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Contractor Sues Developer of Mass Pike Air Rights Project
Banker & Tradesman
Utilities
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Lawmakers, state officials nervous Vineyard Wind is next
Martha's Vineyard Times
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Editorial: The human cost of Trump’s attacks on wind farms
Boston Globe
Press Releases
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Pressley Demands Answers from Powell on Rising Black Women Unemployment Rate
Office of Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
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Senator Markey Urges META to No Longer Allow Minors to Use AI Chatbots
Office of Sen. Ed Markey
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Attorney General's Office Sues Investment Firm for Obstructing Access to Stable, Affordable, Housing for Over 70 Manufactured Housing Units in Taunton
Office of Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell
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Significant Drought Conditions Declared in Several Regions
Mass. Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Drought Management Task Force
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Breaks Ground on Magazine Beach Improvements, Bringing the Community Closer to the Riverfront
Mass. Department of Conservation & Recreation
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Dominican National Pleads Guilty to Dealing Fentanyl
U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Massachusetts
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Climate Resilience in the City's Historic Districts
City of Boston
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Lift Our Kids Hearing Tuesday, September 16th, at 1:00pm
NASW-MA