Quincy firefighter equipment tests positive for PFAS ‘forever chemicals’
PFAS contamination raises concerns of firefighters’ exposure to carcinogens.
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Dave Epstein's summer lawn care tips: Mow less, water in the morning
A long lawn can work in your favor on hot summer days. -
The person reffing your kid’s lacrosse game might not be old enough to drive
At the youngest levels of sport, Gen Z is taking to the field — and taking over for baby boomers. -
Boston is changing how it collects data on disability
City departments will ask about accommodations rather than a person’s type disability. -
AG Campbell says Uber, Lyft drivers will get ‘critical benefits’ under settlement guarantees
The lawsuit requires Uber and Lyft to pay $175 million to the state, most of which will go directly back to drivers. -
Extreme heat poses deadly risks for people experiencing homelessness in Boston
With a heat advisory issued through Friday, shelter providers and outreach workers have expanded capacity and increased services to accommodate the increased need. -
Migrant families no longer sleeping overnight at Logan Airport
The area in Terminal E where migrants had been encamped was empty Tuesday night as a new state policy takes effect. -
Local tension eases as former Norfolk prison nears 2 weeks of hosting migrant families
Norfolk officials report there’s less “prison vibes” and more daycare facilities after they took their first tour of the facility since it opened. -
Wu supports Boston Police following controversial officer demotion, contradicting BPD narrative
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu says Eddy Chrispin opted to be demoted rather than give up his appointment to the POST Commission.
