Must-Reads
Massachusetts
At Mass. and Cass, a plan for a new sleeping space for homeless people is met with uproar
Boston Globe
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As more teens overdose on fentanyl, schools face a drug crisis unlike any other
WBUR
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Revere elections spotlight city's changing face
Axios
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Reactions in Mass. to Biden’s plan are varied. Here’s what advocates and biotechs say.
Boston Globe
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Wu taking unusual approach with MBTA board appointment
Commonwealth Magazine
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Dems struggle to push for gun reform laws as Mass. reels from violent weekend
MassLive
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DCF using apartments as short-term housing for foster children
Boston Globe
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Third of BPS parents seeking alternative high schools, poll shows
Boston Herald
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Pharma companies with Massachusetts ties targeted in Medicare drug talks
Axios
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SouthCoast Wind agrees to pay $60m to terminate power purchase agreements
Commonwealth Magazine
National
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Nikki Haley: Is She the Republicans’ Last, Best Hope for 2024?
Vanity Fair
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What Happens If Biden, Harris Decide Not To Run?
Real Clear Politics
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How the 12 Toss-up races on next year’s House battlefield align
Roll Call
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The EPA removes federal protections for most of the country's wetlands
WBUR
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Conservatives Plot To Dismantle U.S. Government, Replace With Trump's Vision
HUFFPOST
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Jamelle Bouie: The forgotten radicalism of the March on Washington
Twin Cities Pioneer Press
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When I Tell You Nikki Haley Is Pathetic, That’s an Understatement
New York Times
Today on Beacon Hill
10:00am
Department of Revenue Public Hearing
Via Zoom
11:00am
Registry of Motor Vehicles Public Hearing
Via Zoom
Quote of the Day
“We haven’t had 45 pro-life senators in over 100 years, so no Republican president can ban abortion,” Haley said. “Let’s find consensus: Can’t we all agree that we should ban late-term abortions? Can’t we all agree that we should encourage adoptions? Can’t we all agree that doctors and nurses who don’t believe in abortion shouldn’t have to perform them? Can’t we all agree that contraception should be available? And can’t we all agree that we are not going to put a woman in jail or give her the death penalty if she gets an abortion?”
Haley calls for a "national consensus" on abortion. Republicans and pro-life advocates are heralding Haley’s stance as the party tries to find a winning message on abortion and Democrats prepare to capitalize on the issue next November.
News by Category
Beltway Politics
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Lowry: Yes, President Harris is a legitimate issue
Boston Herald
Business
Civil Rights/Gender/Reproductive Rights
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Boston takes gender off of marriage certificates in push to make services more inclusive for LGBTQ residents
WGBH
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‘Terrific news’: LGBTQ+ community celebrates Boston’s decision to embrace gender-neutral marriage licenses
Boston Globe
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Boston No Longer Requires Gender on Marriage Certificates
State House News Service
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Boston to remove sex, gender identification from marriage licenses
Boston Herald
Crimes
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Harvard Medical School Pushes Expected Conclusion of Morgue Report to October
The Harvard Crimson
Education
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New England Law settles over improper federal student loan claims
Boston Business Journal
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Not ditching diversity: Colleges adapt to end of race-based admissions
Gazette Net
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Westport school district postpones first day of school
The Herald News
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Proposed cuts to music PhD programs at Brandeis spark grief — and outrage
WBUR
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Peter Demling: The poisoning of the public square
Gazette Net
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How to sign up for free community college in Massachusetts
WBUR
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Gov. Healey visits Wellesley to launch free community college plan for those aged 25+
The Swellesley Report
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Poll: A little more than half of Boston parents happy with city high schools
MassLive
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‘A new era:’ New UMass Amherst chancellor breaks bread at his first community breakfast
Gazette Net
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Cowen: Harvard can learn a lot from Olive Garden
Boston Herald
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Free meals in Massachusetts schools help achieve broader education goals (Editorial)
MassLive
Environment
Health Care
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Leominster Mayor: Hospital "Failed Miserably" In Maternal Care Closure Plan
State House News Service
Housing
Human Services
Immigration
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Westfield State campus housing considered for migrant shelter
Western Mass News
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Our View: All cities, towns should be part of migrant solution
Gloucester Times
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Editorial: Biden dumps border crisis in states’ laps
Boston Herald
Insurance
Labor
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State awards $18M for clean energy job training
Boston Herald
Local Government
Politics
Public Health
Public Safety
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Opinion: Wu’s Mass. and Cass tent ordinance is little more than a feel-good distraction
Boston Globe
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Mansfield Police Chief Ron Sellon to return to duty after being on leave for two years
The Sun Chronicle
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Howie Carr: Police reform report arresting for lack of detail
Boston Herald
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Otis settles whistleblower lawsuit with former Police Chief Roberta Sarnacki
Berkshire Eagle
State Government
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Private investigators seek new record access law
News 22 WWLP.com
Taxation
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With No Tax Relief in Sight, Biz Groups Worried About "Complacent" Approach
State House News Service
Transportation
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‘She’s ready to move on. We’re ready to support her in that.’ Top state official talks transportation secretary’s exit.
Boston Globe
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Top legislative Democrats confident in Healey’s MassDOT as Gina Fiandaca departs
Boston Herald
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Healey takes the Blue Line
The Andover Townsman
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Self-driving cars are booming in San Francisco. Is it really a loss for Boston?
Boston Globe
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Green Line extension to Union Square is closing — for real, this time
Boston Globe