• GOP slams Mass. for not working with ICE — but reality tells a different story
    Feb 13 2026

    Though the Trump administration claims Massachusetts is a “sanctuary state,” some local police cooperate with ICE routinely. The relationships vary town by town, and departments largely decide for themselves whether to volunteer information to ICE — or even hand people over.

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    8 mins
  • Aggressive tactics by ICE are a central issue in Maine's U.S. Senate race
    Feb 13 2026

    For three decades, U.S. Sen. Susan Collins has counted on Maine’s independent voters to send her to Washington, even as the state has trended more Democratic. This year, in a race that could determine control of the U.S. Senate, Democrats believe Trump’s war on immigrants can give them a key advantage.

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    5 mins
  • RISPCA’s ‘Love Stinks’ fundraiser offers feline-fueled revenge for Valentine's Day
    Feb 13 2026

    Are you holding a grudge? The Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has an outlet for hurt feelings this Valentine’s Day: the litter box.

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    4 mins
  • When someone you know gets divorced: Condolences or congratulations?
    Feb 12 2026

    Society has grown more accepting of the idea of divorce as a transition rather than a tragedy, writes Oona Metz. So, what should you say when your friend — or brother or aunt — announces their marriage is over?

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    4 mins
  • Detox or jail: A shift in approach at 'Mass. and Cass' has health experts worried
    Feb 10 2026

    A shift in official strategy at Boston's beleaguered "Mass. and Cass" neighborhood is pushing people into addiction treatment, say health experts, who worry the new tactics will lead to more overdose deaths and disease.

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    5 mins
  • Celtics fall apart in bid for NBA history and now enter offseason of questions
    May 30 2023

    Boston was looking to extend a wild postseason ride, but any chance of a win may have evaporated on the very first play when Jayson Tatum injured his ankle.

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    5 mins
  • Boston is piloting a new type of heat pump that's as easy to install as a window AC
    Feb 10 2026

    The Boston Housing Authority is piloting a new type of window-mounted heat pump that's relatively inexpensive and easy to install.

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    4 mins
  • Icy crosswalks, unshoveled paths: It's a slog through Boston — especially with disabilities
    Feb 6 2026

    Snow cleanup has been slow across Boston after a winter storm blew through the region two weeks ago. Uncleared snow and ice are making it tough to walk or catch an MBTA bus.

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    3 mins