New Bedford City Council wants Flock cameras taken down, but it may not happen
Police Chief Jason Thody suspended use of the cameras earlier this month, after a New Bedford police officer was accused of using Flock cameras to track her former romantic partner. Opponents of the cameras say they need to be removed to restore public trust.
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Boston Fed wealth report shows Gateway Cities lag far behind the Boston area
The recent report from Federal Reserve Bank of Boston highlights a stark economic divide between Massachusetts’ Gateway Cities and the rest of the commonwealth. -
For one day only, you can register and vote the same day in person in Massachusetts
“Election Day” may not be until Sept. 1, but voters can go in person to cast a ballot as soon as this weekend. -
Celebrated photographer pays tribute to Boston Veterans with America 250 anniversary book
Retired Boston Globe photographer Bill Brett published his eighth book, "Boston Veterans Appreciation," dedicated to honoring those who served the country during the nation's 250th anniversary celebration. -
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Massachusetts is home to just one living elephant. Activists want to send her to a sanctuary.
Emily is the only elephant in Massachusetts. Advocates want her to be sent to a sanctuary. The Buttonwood Park Zoo says Emily prefers the company of her human caretakers -
Disability advocates worry about ‘unintentional harm' in bill to protect health care workers
Families of people with autism and intellectual disabilities say their behavior could be misinterpreted. -
Here's why advocates want Massachusetts to adopt all-party primaries
Danielle Allen, chair of the Coalition for Health Democracy, joined GBH's All Things Considered guest host Saraya Wintersmith to talk about all party primaries. -
Recreational marijuana repeal supporter says potency, addiction risk warrant legalization rollback
Kevin Sabet, president and CEO of Smart Approaches to Marijuana, joined Arun Rath on All Things Considered to talk about Massachusetts’ ballot question on cannabis repeal.
