The New Year’s Day terrorist attack in New Orleans has prompted safety changes in Salem, with officials saying it would be “short-sighted” not to believe such a tragedy could unfold in the Witch City.
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Convicted Massachusetts ex-senator who wants Trump pardon says he saw a police shooting, as he pushed for sentencing delay
Convicted Massachusetts ex-senator who wants Trump pardon says he saw a police-involved shooting, as he pushed for a delay in his sentencing
Beacon Hill Roll Call: Flurry of activity as legislative session comes to a close
The 2024 legislative session ends on Jan. 1. There was a flurry of activity on Beacon Hill last week as sponsors of dozens of bills attempted to get final approval on the measures from the House and Senate and have the bill sent to Gov. Maura Healey for her signature.
Massachusetts ed tech group’s board members resign after ‘dangerous’ anti-Israel, Holocaust comments at conference
Five board members from the ed tech group Massachusetts Computer Using Educators have resigned following a MassCUE conference when speakers made “dangerous” anti-Israel and Holocaust comments.
Healey vs. ICE: Massachusetts’ sanctuary status under fire
A top ICE official is blasting back at Gov. Maura Healey’s declaration that Massachusetts is “not a sanctuary state.”
After Massachusetts gets some snow, could there be a White Christmas?
A few rounds of snow showers in the days leading up to Christmas means there’s a “decent chance” for a White Christmas in parts of Massachusetts.