Why aren’t more Mass. Dems urging Steve Tompkins to step down?
The longtime Suffolk County sheriff is facing extortion charges.
Should you be worried about getting flesh-eating bacteria from swimming in Massachusetts?
In a rare case, one person contracted a flesh-eating bacteria known as Vibrio vulnificus after swimming at a Falmouth beach last week.
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Investigators find Everett mayor used his role to pocket $180K in bonuses
State inspector general says Carlo DeMaria may have violated Mass. ethics laws. -
More behavioral health patients are being 'boarded' in Mass. emergency departments
Nearly half of patients admitted to EDs for mental health reasons are staying for more than 12 hours, according to new report. -
Everyone250 initiative launches to uplift diverse voices in celebrating America's founding
The Everyone250 commemorations will include block parties throughout the year, an archival book of diverse stories, the recognition of at least 10 important landmarks in marginalized communities. -
Boston to award $2M for community projects in first participatory budgeting
The six items include rat prevention and rental assistance for youth. -
Boston mayor says police will increase enforcement of public drug use laws
Mayor Michelle Wu announced new efforts to increase police enforcement around congregate drug use at a press conference in Downtown Boston on Wednesday.
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