Must-Reads
Massachusetts
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Healey holds her head above water in new poll
Commonwealth Magazine
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SJC says the limits it set for legislative immunity in 1808 still apply today in prosecution of former lawmaker
Boston Globe
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Inside the unemployment mess that will hit Mass. business owners' wallets in 2027
Axios
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Josh Kraft has run the most unlikable campaign for mayor in Boston history. Why is he still in the race?
Boston Globe
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Audit: K-12 school department failed to investigate 22 child abuse reports
Boston.com
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Mass. GOP to pay $36,000 to settle allegations it took thousands in illegal donations in 2022
Boston Globe
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After 17 years, DNA tied a man to her rape. Under Massachusetts law, it was too late
WBUR
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Louijeune again tops council at-large field; Baker in 5th, behind Santana
WBUR
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Democrats try new approach with platform "written from the ground up"
State House News Service
National
The nation’s deteriorating politics
punchbowl
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Conservative Christians Mourn Kirk as a Martyr
New York Times
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Democrats, discombobulated, say they lack agenda beyond ‘Trump is bad’
The Hill
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Blue States Consider Backing Fossil Fuels to Save Wind Farms
Bloomberg
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Amtrak’s New Acela Trains Are Here. They’re Moving Slower Than the Old Ones.
The Wall Street Journal
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The Beginning of the End of NATO
The Atlantic
Today on Beacon Hill
8:30am
Mass. 9/11 Annual Commemoration
Main Steps, House Chamber & Great Hall, State House, Boston
9:00am
Health Connector Authority Board Meeting
Via YouTube
10:00am
Cannabis Control Commission Public Meeting
Via Microsoft Teams
11:00am
Joint Committee on Economic Development & Emerging Technologies: Informational Hearing
State House, A-2
11:00am
Senate Informal Session
Senate Chamber
11:30am
House Informal Session
House Chamber
1:00pm
Joint Committee on Higher Education: Committee Hearing
State House, A-1 and Virtual
1:00pm
Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity: Committee Hearing
State House, A-2 and Virtual
1:00pm
State Lottery Commission Public Hearing
Via conference call
5:00pm
Mass. Fallen Firefighters Memorial Annual Ceremony
Ashburton Park, State House, Boson
Quote of the Day
“No one should ever face threats or violence because of their political beliefs. Common Cause unequivocally condemns today’s disgusting attack against Charlie Kirk. We must all condemn political violence in all its forms and stand for a democracy where differences are debated with respect, not fear.”
Common Cause condemned the attack on Charlie Kirk, stressing that political violence is unacceptable. They called for all sides to reject violence and uphold democracy through respectful debate, not fear or intimidation.
News by Category
Business
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In Worcester, Healey touts $400M plan to help offset federal research cuts
MassLive
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A beloved grocery chain, a family rift, and a board vote: Inside the firing of Market Basket’s CEO
Boston Globe
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With Demoulas out as CEO, Market Basket shoppers fear what changes will follow
Boston Globe
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From mobile games to a Cambridge VC firm: Three questions with Founder Collective’s Dave Bisceglia
Boston Globe
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A mixed menu for the summer restaurant scene
Plymouth Independent
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Market Basket CEO calls firing 'a farcical cover up for a coup'
Boston Business Journal
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Understanding Hasbro's headquarters move to Boston
NBC Boston
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Firing of Market Basket CEO worries loyal customers
WGBH
Crimes
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State Supreme Court rejects indicted former Sen. Dean Tran's immunity claim
Worcester Telegram & Gazette
Democracy
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Could same day voter registration become legal in MA? Secretary of Commonwealth pushes for it
Worcester Telegram & Gazette
Education
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Meet the 16 candidates vying for seats on Brockton School Committee. What they told us
The Enterprise
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Federal agencies tell Harvard they are restoring some funding — at least for now
Boston Globe
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For many immigrant families, Head Start is a lifeline. A judge just paused Trump directive moving to cut them off.
Boston Globe
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Why aren’t high school kids in Massachusetts being taught about 9/11?
Boston Globe
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Boston School Committee mulls proposed exam school policy changes
Boston Globe
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Some research donors are giving quietly amid Trump’s attacks. A UMass Amherst donor is making his reasons public.
Boston Globe
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Belchertown moving ahead with school closure
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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Our Opinion: Northern Berkshire school districts are wise to explore an ambitious team-up
The Berkshire Eagle
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Action Alert: MA Gender Ideology/Sex Ed Mandate Back on the Table
Massachusetts Informed Parents
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Kennedy to step down as Berkshire Community College President after academic year
WAMC
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Harvard professor sees academic scandal as a wake-up call
WGBH
Environment
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Despite recent rainfall, most of Massachusetts in ‘significant’ drought, officials say
Boston Globe
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A ‘dangerous distraction’: How experimental climate change proposals could impact Mass.
MassLive
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Lynn Receives DOER Green Communities Award
Lynn Journal
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Spotted lanternfly population expanding across Massachusetts
Spectrum News
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Air pollution hotspots targeted in push for more montoring
State House News Service
Health Care
Housing
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Recent SJC Decision on Residential Security Deposits: What Massachusetts Landlords Need to Know
National Law Review
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Worcester city council rejects sprinkler requirement for some apartment buildings
WGBH
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Plan for 308-unit development near shopping center a hot topic in Leominster
Worcester Telegram
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Worcester City Council votes down sprinkler requirement in residential buildings
Worcester Telegram
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New safety regulations are looming for short-term rentals. Some Lenox hosts have concerns
The Berkshire Eagle
Human Services
Immigration
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Boston’s police accountability office tracking ‘questionable’ ICE tactics: Mayor Michelle Wu
Boston Herald
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Senator Markey calls for ICE to halt use of facial recognition, other biometric technology
Boston Globe
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Feds tout ‘worst of the worst’ arrests amid ICE surge in greater Boston
MassLive
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'Patriot 2.0' operation: ICE offers first details about recent Boston-area arrests
WCVB
Insurance
Judiciary
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New nominees add to Healey's imprint on Probate and Family Court
State House News Service
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Mass. public defender agency hires 22 new attorneys in rapid expansion
Commonwealth Magazine
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SJC rejects Tran's bid to dismiss indictments
The Eagle Tribune
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Healey nominates Worcester Legal Aid lawyer for seat on Probate and Family Court
The Gardner News
Local Government
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Four to vie for Worcester mayor's seat in Nov. 4 election
Worcester Telegram & Gazette
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Former Central Mass. official fired over Trump flag rift sues town, police chief
MassLive
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What's the history of Boston's mayoral preliminary runners-up closing the gap in November?
WBUR
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Protesters denounce Holyoke ‘sanctuary city’ resolution
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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Pittsfield City Council sends the proposed public camping ban to the Board of Health for review
The Berk
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Amesbury mayor proposes Proposition 2½ override
Newburyport News
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Hadley voters say ‘no’ to override
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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Springfield records lowest voter turnout in at least 70 years with 3.4% of people casting ballots in preliminary
MassLive
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Town proposes recreation and community center at old Newbury College site
Brookline News
Politics
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Here's what Wu, Kraft had to say about their wins in Boston's preliminary election
NBC Boston
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Battenfeld: Josh Kraft needs exit strategy after Michelle Wu levels him
Boston Herald
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After a bruising defeat in the preliminary election, what’s next for Josh Kraft?
Boston Globe
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In crowded District 7 field, Ahmed and Culpepper lead pack
Dorchester Reporter
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Four incumbents clear first round of voting in at-large City Council race
Boston Globe
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Mayor Michelle Wu’s biggest challenger? Herself.
Boston Globe
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Lucas: Chicago could use Obama’s organizing skills
Boston Herald
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Wu takes first place in Boston’s mayoral preliminary election; Kraft advances
MassLive
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Mayor Michelle Wu's decisive victory reveals challenge ahead for Josh Kraft in Boston mayoral race
WCVB
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Boston Mayor Michelle Wu takes victory lap after trouncing Josh Kraft in preliminary
Boston Herald
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'Horrific:' Healey, Warren, Massachusetts leaders react to Charlie Kirk assassination
Patriot Ledger
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Bostonians: Here’s how much each vote cost Mayor Wu and Josh Kraft
MassLive
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Mass. GOP to pay $36,000 to settle allegations it took thousands in illegal donations in 2022
Boston Globe
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‘Nothing short of horrific’: Mass. politicians react to fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk
Boston.com
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Brockton City Council Ward 6 candidate Lisa E. Crowley: Her position on 3 key topics
The Enterprise
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Mass. leaders condemn political violence in wake of Charlie Kirk shooting death
WCVB
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Poll: Massachusetts Governor Healey job approval at 55%
FalL River Reporter
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Reaction in Mass., New England to killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk
NBC Boston
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Frank Baker trails incumbents in Boston’s at-large City Council race
WGBH
Public Health
Public Safety
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Opinion: Without crowd-control curbs, BPD has a license to harm
Boston Globe
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Editorial: 24 years later, 9/11 lessons grow dim
Boston Herald
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State Police unveil policy of ‘compassionate services’ for those in mental health crisis
Boston Globe
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Vaccine policy idling in Legislature as governor digs in
Lowell Sun
State Government
Transportation
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Microtransit commission may tackle affordable rides in remote areas
State House News Service
Press Releases
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Markey, Wyden, and Merkley Demand ICE Stop Using Mobile Facial Recognition App
Office of Sen. Ed Markey
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McGovern Reintroduces Constitutional Amendment to End Big Money in Politics
Office of Congressman Jim McGovern
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The City of Boston, Fenway CDC, and Residents Celebrate Grand Opening of Burbank Terrace
City of Boston
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Two Plead Guilty To Conspiracy Involving Manufacturing Of Counterfeit Pills Containing Fentanyl
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
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Senate to Take Up Legislation on Fentanyl Testing Equipment, Rental Car Costs, and Day Habilitation Protections
Mass. Senate
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East Weymouth Woman Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud
U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Massachusetts
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More Than Capital: The Power of Connection at the MassBio Align Summit
MassBio
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Everett DPW Employees Receive State’s Highest Civilian Bravery Award on 9/11 Anniversary
Mass. Executive Office of Public Safety and Security
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Former Ware Fire Chief Pleads Guilty to Embezzling Over $20,000 from the Town of Ware and Three Regional Nonprofit Fire Associations
Office of Inspector General Jeffrey Shapiro
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Governor Healey: 9/11 Should be Taught in Massachusetts Public Schools
Office of Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll