Somerville OKs Israel divestment question on 2025 ballot
The decision comes as peace talks begin on the eve of the two-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
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State Sen. Edward Kennedy of Lowell dies at 74
The Senate president’s notice did not mention a cause or date of death. -
Trump administration wants MIT, other colleges to sign ‘compact’ for preferential funding terms
The Trump administration is offering nine prominent U.S. universities — including MIT — preferential access to federal funds. -
Gov. Healey says Dems need strong messaging in shutdown fight
As Democrats press for more health care funding, Healey sees lots of "strong leaders" in the party. -
State hosts solar summit to boost energy source
Solar and storage is the cheapest and fastest way to meet energy demands in Massachusetts and the rest of New England, according to solar industry leaders and the Healey administration, but establishing a wider path for that energy source remains up for discussion. -
Bill seeks to cement standing of community health workers
A pediatric neurologist who treats children with epilepsy told lawmakers Monday that she's still grappling with the loss of her team's only community health worker, who helped families navigate care and connect them with local resources. -
Boston’s District 7 candidates split on safe injection sites
This week, Boston City Council signaled openness to the facilities if they become legal. -
Quincy mayor blames ‘homosexual issues’ for Catholic Church’s sex-abuse scandal, bringing backlash
Thomas Koch seemed to minimize the scandal in a recent appearance on a local talk show. -
‘Blatant corruption’: Wu weighs in on Homan bribery allegations
Wu labeled the incident a sadly familiar example of corruption within the Trump administration. -
DiZoglio says lawmakers ‘rewarded’ Campbell for helping stall her audit
Legislative leaders say they gave the attorney general more money to take the Trump administration to court. -
Judge denies bid to block fired leader’s return to cannabis commission
Treasurer Deb Goldberg hasn’t decided on a “next step,” according to spokesman.