‘I refuse to be complicit’: Boston survivor of human trafficking resigns from federal council
Jose Alfaro, an advocate and local survivor of human trafficking, resigned from his seat on the U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking in protest of the Trump administration and its policies against immigrants, equity and inclusion, and other vulnerable people.
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‘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.
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Advocates push Mass. to enact ‘Clean Slate’ legislation
A bill now before state lawmakers would automatically seal criminal records for certain eligible people. -
Boston residents blast Mayor Wu for stalled street safety projects
The hearing follows a Boston Globe report that revealed Mayor Michelle Wu shifted to a policy of requiring personal approval on most transit and road safety projects. -
Batteries, smart thermostats can help New England's grid and make customers some cash
New England utilities and grid operators are working to reduce demand on the grid during times of peak use. In the long run, those efforts could help mitigate how much more infrastructure New England needs to build. -
GBH Daily: Plasma for sale
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Some African immigrant-owned businesses feel shut out from World Cup events
Just 51 days out from the first World Cup match in Boston, a number of African immigrant-owned businesses say they are struggling to obtain grants and secure spots to be vendors at city watch parties.
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