‘We want to show that ... we’re fun, too’: Mass. bar, restaurant owners cheer 3 a.m. closing time
Legislation signed by Gov. Maura Healey allows bars to serve alcohol an hour later, and also lets cities and towns establish designated public alcohol consumption “districts” through July 31.
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Supreme Court restores access to abortion pill mifepristone through telehealth, mail and pharmacies
The order signed by Justice Samuel Alito temporarily allows women seeking abortions to obtain the pill at pharmacies or through the mail, without an in-person visit to a doctor. -
GBH Daily: What’s next for urban gardens?
A citywide effort to repurpose vacant lots into edible parks and gardens could address food insecurity. -
‘Let Jason’s story not be in vain’: The growing push to toughen Mass. anti-bullying law
Despite a landmark 2010 law, bullying is pervasive across Massachusetts. Children of color are disproportionally affected and school districts are ignoring requests for help. -
After banning security tools, state will now allow them for staff at Tewksbury State Hospital
The Massachusetts Nurses Association said the state has agreed to reinstate the use of tools including pepper gel, baton, and handcuffs in non-clinical areas after several reports of violent incidents over the past month. -
At unique May Day protest, ICE fears loom large over immigrant labor, life
The rally, organized by LUCE Immigrant Justice Network and allies, included several undocumented immigrants who spoke about their own personal interactions with ICE. -
Scottish soccer fans aim to skirt World Cup train costs by hiring fleet of school buses
Scotland fans, known as the Tartan Army, are planning to cram into yellow buses in order to cut costs for the tournament. -
‘This decision will disenfranchise millions:’ Mass. leaders react to latest Supreme Court ruling
Massachusetts voting rights advocates say the court's decision to weaken key protections under the Voting Rights Act of 1965 could lead to fewer majority-minority districts nationwide. -
What’s next for the Red Sox after the firing of Alex Cora?
Longtime Boston Globe sports columnist Dan Shaughnessy weighs in on the turmoil in the Red Sox management following the dismissal of manager Alex Cora.
