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Massachusetts February 27, 2023

Boston union loses $6.4M in cyberattack

Boston's Pipefitters Local 537 union was reportedly the target of a cyberattack in which $6.4 million was stolen from its members' health fund.

OPINION February 27, 2023

Stop punishing gifted students: War on merit, honors programs is hurting Black children, others

Merit-based programs offer a solution to boost the participation of Blacks, racial minorities and disadvantaged kids in disciplines such as the sciences.

Massachusetts February 24, 2023

Boston officials warn of fentanyl-laced cocaine, overdose spike

Boston public health officials are warning care providers about a sudden spike in drug overdoses that may be attributable to fentanyl-laced cocaine.

Coronavirus February 23, 2023

George Mason study finds 'no evidence' that vaccine mandates in major cities reduced COVID-19 cases

A George Mason University study examining COVID-19 vaccine mandates in nine major U.S. cities found that they did not result in a reduction of pandemic cases or deaths.

SPORTS February 22, 2023

Boston radio host suspended for ‘insensitive’ comments, 'sensitivity training' required for on-air talent

Longtime radio host Tony Massarotti has been suspended without pay after making "insensitive" comments about Black people on-air during last week's broadcast "Felger & Mazz" show.

Massachusetts February 17, 2023

Boston's outdoor dining program, which began due to the pandemic, has been made permanent

Mayor Michelle Wu's administration announced that Boston's outdoor dining program, which began because of the pandemic, will be made permanent.

True Crime February 16, 2023

Massachusetts man shot brother in head during dispute over sale of their home, Boston prosecutor says

A Massachusetts man allegedly shot his own brother in the head in an argument over the sale of their family home, according to the Suffolk County District Atttorney.

Massachusetts February 14, 2023

Boston's mayor files plan to address city's skyrocketing rent

Michelle Wu, the mayor of Boston, is addressing the rent price increase in the city. The mayor filed a proposal that would exempt owner-occupied properties with six or less units.

Boston February 13, 2023

Teen girl facing murder charges following double stabbing that left woman dead, teen injured

Police in Boston, Massachusetts are trying to figure out why a teenage girl would stab another teen and 21-year-old woman. The injuries to the woman were so severe she later died.

VIDEO February 13, 2023

16-year-old girl to be arraigned on charges in Boston stabbing that left woman dead, teen injured

 A 16-year-old girl arrested in connection with a deadly double stabbing in Boston over the weekend will face a judge Monday.

LIFESTYLE February 12, 2023

How odd! Large pet emu runs loose through the streets south of Boston, Massachusetts

A man's pet emu got loose south of Boston, Massachusetts, and ran through the streets until it was finally subdued and caught. The flightless bird is now back home safe and sound.