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Mass. cities and towns stay committed to DEI despite Trump's federal order
Across the commonwealth, local DEI directors say their elected leadership continues to stand behind diversity, equity, inclusion — and "fairness." -
An Acton museum invites kids and families with disabilities to discover
Sensory friendly and accessible programs are becoming more common at museums and cultural institutions. -
Worcester city councilor accuses fellow councilors of transphobia, will take hiatus
In 2021, Thu Nguyen became the first openly nonbinary elected person in Massachusetts -
Native American wealth in Massachusetts lags far behind non-Natives, new report shows.
A new report from Boston Indicators and UMass Boston's Institute for New England Native American Studies details wealth and education gaps between Native Americans and non-Natives throughout the Massachusetts. -
Chinatown residents fear displacement as a 25-story building proposal moves forward
The Asian population has already declined in Chinatown. Residents worry this plan could push more people out. -
Cambridge body camera program moves forward 2 years after police shooting of Sayed Faisal
The city has selected a vendor and begun the process of purchasing equipment. -
Kwanzaa kicks off with community events throughout Boston
Boston Public Library hosted two events on Thursday to celebrate the beginning of Kwanzaa, a seven-day celebration of African heritage. -
New Brockton bookstore looks to build literacy, social networks
The Dr. Ellie Paris Social Bookstore and Ice Cream Cafe is one of several new independent bookstores that opened across Greater Boston area last month alone. -
Memory cafés serve up joy to people living with dementia
The informal gatherings are becoming more popular across the country. -
'We're terrified': In the face of denied medical claims, families are constantly on edge
Jacob Dickison relies on ABA therapy, but insurers often push back about the necessity of his treatment.
