Must-Reads
Massachusetts
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Who is Alex Rikleen? Meet the insurgent challenging Ed Markey for Senate
MassLive
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Applegreen spent tens of thousands on lobbyists amid controversial travel plaza deal
Boston Herald
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Trump approved sending troops to Portland. What it means for Boston
MassLive
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Could religious institutions in Mass. solve the state's housing crisis?
NBC Boston
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Affordable health care for all is the easiest problem to solve in Massachusetts
Commonwealth Magazine
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Bay State agencies told to come up with shutdown plans by Tuesday
Boston Herald
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Massachusetts prosecutors face sanctions for misconduct in case that sent teen to prison for 17 years
Boston Herald
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‘There is no way all of us can survive.’ Community health centers face grim future.
Boston Globe
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Are there reasons to be optimistic about the Mass. economy? Yes and no
MassLive
National
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Illiberal America, MAGA Edition
The Atlantic
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Atlanta forfeits $37.5M in airport funds after refusing to agree to Trump’s DEI ban
The Associated Press (AP)
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The Man Behind Trump’s Push for an All-Powerful Presidency
New York Times
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Remember: They Are Not His Generals.
The Bulwark
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Why Dems Don’t Have Their Own Charlie Kirk Network
The Bulwark
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‘I’m From Here!’: U.S. Citizens Are Ending Up in Trump’s Dragnet
New York Times
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What each side will look for in today’s White House meeting
Punchbowl News
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Daily Caller Opinion Column ‘Explicitly’ Calls for Violence
New York Times
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GOP Official Calls for Democratic Congresswoman to Be Executed
The New Republic
Today on Beacon Hill
9:00am
Joint Committee on Public Health: Committee Hearing
State House, A-2 and Virtual
10:00am
Cannabis Control Commission Public Meeting
Via Microsoft Teams
11:00am
House Informal Session
House Chamber
11:00am
Senate Informal Session
Senate Chamber
1:00pm
Joint Committee on Revenue: Committee Hearing
State House, A-1 and Virtual
6:00pm
Annual Oktoberfest Fundraiser for State Rep. Marc Lombardo with Special Guest Brian Shortsleeve
The Pub at Billerica Country Club, 51 Baldwin Road, Billerica,
Birthday: Rep. Tommy Vitolo
Quote of the Day
“The sad irony of the Charlie Kirk assassination is that it was allegedly accomplished by one of the “lost boys” of America he was trying to save.”
The quote highlights the tragic irony that Charlie Kirk, who sought to help America’s “lost boys” — alienated, troubled young men — was allegedly killed by one. It underscores the depth of the violence and despair he aimed to address.
News by Category
Beltway Politics
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Peter Lucas: ‘Lost boys’ of America leading epidemic of violence
Boston Herald
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Inside Elizabeth Warren's 'creator briefings,' where influencers learn about Democratic policy
NBC News
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Robin Miller: Freedom of speech comes with responsibility
Boston Herald
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Massachusetts gets a mention
Politico
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Mass. Sens. Warren, Markey press Marco Rubio to protect Gaza aid flotilla that includes Bay Staters
MassLive
Business
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Judge approves $1.5B copyright settlement between AI company Anthropic and Authors
Mass Lawyers Weekly
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Starbucks shuts down roughly 20 Boston-area stores as part of wider closures
WBUR
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Hull High School Launches Innovative Business Pathway Program with State Grant Support
South Shore News
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Pols & Politics: High costs of living, doing business ‘eroding’ Massachusetts’ competitive edge, report finds
Boston Herald
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Some Boston-area companies are hiring fewer workers due to AI. Will that trend continue?
Boston Globe
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‘Greenwashing’ is out. ‘Greenhushing’ is the new corporate trend.
Boston Business Journal
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Pressley sounds the alarm on Black women disappearing from the economy
MassLive
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Six unsung heroes honored at Franklin County Chamber of Commerce breakfast
Greenfield Recorder
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Provincetown is losing its nostalgic charm. Locals are fighting to save the town from a ‘Nantucket-ization.’
Boston Globe
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Opinion: Business community needs to get on board the Wu train
Boston Globe
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A ‘gut punch’: In Cambridge, a stolen mural is sparking debate over AI-made art
Boston Globe
Cannabis
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Is Downtown Boston An Oversaturated Cannabis Market?
Talking Joints Memo
Democracy
Education
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TODAY AT 2 PM: 5 Questions for Council hearing on Exam School Admissions Policy
Boston Policy Institute
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Hamilton-Wenham School Committee Chairman Resigns After Celebrating Charlie Kirk's Death
New Boston Post
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BPS recommends new exam school admissions policy
Boston Herald
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‘Unprecedented’: Harvard public health school confronts severe financial crisis, seeks corporate sponsors
Boston Globe
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How Trump diverting funding from Hispanic-serving programs to Black colleges hurts Mass.
MassLive
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Rather than AI, this professor chooses a chalkboard and old-fashioned books
WGBH
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Boston principal apologizes for turmoil at elementary school during Hispanic Heritage Month
Boston Herald
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AI pilot program brings ‘future ready’ learning to Springfield and West Springfield
MassLive
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Six Mass. colleges that closed or merged since the pandemic
Boston Business Journal
Environment
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Senators demand action on PFAS at military sites
The Eagle Tribune
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National Weather Service at ‘breaking point’ as storm approaches
Boston Globe
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Coastal flooding ravages New England. Can salt marshes help?
Boston Globe
Federal
Health Care
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Unproven autism treatment touted by Trump gives some New England families hope
Boston Globe
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Black participants have long been underrepresented in clinical trials. Advocates are working to bridge the gap.
Boston Globe
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UMass hospital-at-home program faces halt if federal shutdown occurs Sept. 30
Worcester Telegram
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Financial margins at Massachusetts hospitals tightening, or in the red
Greenfield Recorder
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Editorial: Trump goes after James Comey while Ralph de la Torre walks free
Boston Globe
Housing
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ME: Beachfront property owners’ access arguments don’t hold water
Lewiston Sun Journal
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After Tough Summer, Mass. Makes Progress Against Housing Crisis
Banker & Tradesman
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Which MetroWest community hasn't achieved compliance with MBTA Communities Act?
The Metro West Daily News
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Editorial: Do apartment buildings really need two stairwells?
Boston Globe
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Decades in the making, the South Station Tower is readying for move-in. Take a look inside.
Boston Globe
Human Services
Immigration
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DOJ lawsuit over Boston’s sanctuary city status might get extended timeline
Boston Herald
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Local Suya Joint manager released after nearly 100 days in ICE custody
WGBH
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Family of Milford teen detained by ICE unaware of his whereabouts: ‘All I want is to know if he is alive’
Boston Globe
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Chelsea family says ICE violently detained multiple family members, including permanent resident, at vehicle stop
Boston Globe
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Residents of this self-described ‘sanctuary city’ in Mass. take steps to protect neighbors amid ICE surge
Boston Globe
Insurance
Judiciary
Legislative
Local Government
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Bid to pause downtown Hyannis construction draws concern. 'Loss of local control'
Cape Cod Times
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Draft report warns Amherst schools losing share of town budget, urges long-term fixes
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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Northampton Campaign Notebook: Write-in joins Ward 4 School Committee race
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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Salary Petition Falls Short Of Required Signatures; Will Not Be Placed On Nov. 4th Ballot
The Quincy Sun
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Customs agent charged with impersonating Plymouth MA town manager. What to know
Milford Daily News
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Lifetime of legacy: Clare Higgins gets storybook sendoff in celebration of career
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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Salem begins journey to receive recognition as UNICEF 'Child Friendly City'
Salem News
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Why We Submitted An Environmental Justice Petition To Stop Surfside Crossing
Nantucket Current
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Battenfeld: Boston city councilors marginalized by Michelle Wu, progressives
Boston Herald
Politics
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Inside Elizabeth Warren's 'creator briefings,' where influencers learn about Democratic policy
NBC News
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Springfield at-large City Council candidates debate problems with absentee landlords
MassLive
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For Mass. professors on Charlie Kirk’s watch list, his free speech legacy rings false
MassLive
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Creativity — and tension — in push-pull of freedom and limits
Boston Globe
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‘I feel like a kid again.’ With Trump’s election, Boston-area seniors return to protest.
Boston Globe
Public Health
Public Safety
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N.C. Stabbing Suspect Had Many Interactions With Police and Little Treatment
New York Times
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Trump goes after James Comey while Ralph de la Torre walks free
Boston Globe
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Boston councilor's war on delivery scooters
Axios
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Suffolk sheriff’s officer busted in meth sting; another employee fired for allegedly smuggling drugs to inmate
Boston Globe
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Karen Read wants to sue the Mass. State Police, witnesses from her trial. What you need to know
MassLive
State Government
Taxation
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Corporate tax fight hits home for New Bedford residents as federal cuts loom
The New Bedford Light
Transportation
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Trump’s transportation department pulls trail and bike grants it deems ‘hostile’ to cars
The Associated Press
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In wake of Applegreen’s service plaza exit, no easy answers for Healey
Boston Globe
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Massachusetts makes a pit stop in the market with transportation bonds
The Bond Buyer
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Seaport strip leads Boston’s parking complaints. These maps show the hot spots.
Boston Globe
Press Releases
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Spectrum Health Systems Announces Two Leadership Advancements for Continued Growth
Spectrum Health Systems
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McGovern, Jacobs, Omar Ask Secretary Rubio to Preserve Global Criminal Justice Office Functions
Office of Congressman Jim McGovern
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Massachusetts Unveils New Real Estate Withholding Tax on High-Value Property Transfers
Aprio
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Worcester Public Schools Receives Annual Accountability Ratings for 2025
Worcester Public Schools
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Convicted Felon Sentenced for Trafficking Firearms and Distributing Fentanyl
U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Massachusetts
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Launches Veterans Legacy Trail to Commemorate MA250
Mass. Executive Office of Veterans Services
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Senators Markey, Blumenthal Push Trump Administration to Investigate Tesla Self-Driving Technology Follwoign Road Safety Incidents
Office of Sen. Ed Markey
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Governor Healey to Solar Industry: Massachusetts is Open for Business
Mass. Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
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Barnstable County Celebrates Ribbon Cutting of Newly Expanded Clean Water Center
Barnstable County