The latest New England stories on topics like climate change and the environment, the economy, health, racial equity, culture and politics — as reported by newsrooms of the New England News Collaborative, a nine-station consortium of the region's top public media organizations.
Police release body camera and 911 calls from Brown University shooting
The records offer granular insights into how the investigation in the shooting unfolded
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Mainers pass Question 2, enacting red-flag gun law
Mainers have enacted a red-flag gun law at the ballot box, with 58.8% of the vote. The Associated Press called the race at 9:55 p.m. on Nov. 4, 2025. -
Coast Guard to delay removing navigational buoys after pushback from marine users
The proposal called for the removal of hundreds of buoys in New England waters, including nearly 150 in the Gulf of Maine. -
Air Force unit suspends use of Sig Sauer pistols after shooting death of airman
The incident has prompted the Air Force's Global Strike Command to pause use of the New Hampshire-made M18 pistol. -
Out-of-this-world, James Beard-nominated ice cream shop arrives in New Haven from San Juan
The co-owner of Vía Láctea explains what drew him to plant-based ice cream — and Connecticut. -
Batteries are playing a bigger role in keeping the lights on during New England heat waves
During June's heat wave, batteries and solar played a major role in keeping power reliable and lowering costs. It's a trend that is expected to continue in the future for the region.
