66 years after trains left, South Coast is ready for commuter rail
The region hasn’t had a train to Boston since the 1950s, when highways became king. Now, after more than three decades of political promises and $1 billion spent, South Coast Rail is scheduled to open Monday.
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Pro-Palestinian activists under increased surveillance on Massachusetts campuses
Pro-Israel groups operating on Massachusetts campuses say their supporters are using cameras and AI to monitor pro-Palestinian activists, and sharing information with the Trump Administration in the hope of deporting people who they regard as supporters of terrorism. -
Two eldest daughters and their mother strive for connection in ‘Her Portmanteau’
The latest onstage production of the Ufot Family Cycle centers around Abasiama's actual eldest daughter. -
Hollywood banks on starry comebacks and nostalgic film reboots
Our pop culture experts break down the recent comebacks from Lizzo, Jonathan Banks and Will Smith. -
New Middlesex Jail unit aims to improve well-being of older adults in custody
The Middlesex County Sheriff is debuting a new jail unit for those in custody who are 55 and older. -
House specials give Mass. voters first choices of 2025
Both parties have candidates in spring elections north and south of Boston
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