Bye-bye beetle? Massachusetts is close to eradicating an invasive bug.
The Asian longhorned beetle can munch on trees until it kills them. The state has spent nearly two decades surveying over 8 million trees for the destructive insect.

Josh Kraft calls for Benjamin Netanyahu’s exit
Kraft's family has a long track record of pro-Jewish and pro-Israel philanthropy.
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New report highlights challenges faced by men and boys, with men of color faring worst
Males across Massachusetts lag in key areas of income, education and health, according to new research from Boston Indicators and the newly-created The American Institute for Boys and Men. -
Wu fiercely defends Boston's immigration policy at congressional hearing
GBH's Adam Reilly attended the hearing and shared moments that stood out. -
Margaret Cho is using 'every weapon' in her arsenal to survive the Trump administration
The comedian, actress and singer-songwriter Margaret Cho is a woman of many talents — and she plans on deploying all of them in the current culture war. -
Mass. attorney general chides auditor over public comments on state legal matters
Campbell’s comments also came a day after DiZoglio accused her of trying to “scapegoat” the auditor’s office over the controversial MBTA Communities Act.
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