State, utilities bracing for blizzard-induced power outages
"People do need to be off the roads during the duration of this storm," said Gov. Healey.
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‘Specialty court’ aimed at diversion proposed for Mass. and Cass
Plan to reduce open drug use at the areas at the intersection of South End, Roxbury, and South Boston would involve a tougher approach, but there are no cost estimates yet. -
Judge rejects anti-abortion center’s lawsuit against top Massachusetts officials
In a blow for local anti-abortion advocates, a federal judge threw out claims that Massachusetts had violated a crisis pregnancy center’s rights. -
Search continues for sunken fishing vessel off Gloucester coast
State officials praised the collaborative efforts of multiple agencies in trying to locate the sunken fishing boat. -
Catholic Charities makes ‘special plea’ for Ash Wednesday donations amid federal cuts
This year, the nonprofit is making what it called a “special plea” amid increasing demand and rising costs, partly due to federal policies. -
Moderna says the FDA will now consider its new flu shot after resolving a public dispute
Massachusetts drugmaker Moderna announced the change Wednesday, about a week after revealing the FDA was refusing the review the new mRNA shot. -
Spiritually active people are less likely to abuse substances, Harvard study says
Researchers at the T.H. Chan School of Public Health published findings in JAMA Psychiatry that shows that people who attend religious services or pray are 13% less likely to misuse drugs, alcohol or tobacco. -
