Immigration legal reps decry ‘mega-master’ hearings, lack of due process in court
Former immigration judge says court is ‘failing’ to give immigrants due process.
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GBH Daily: What is Boston’s ‘Abolition Acre’?
The 10-stop, self-guided tour launched in October explores Boston’s role in spurring the American abolitionist movement. -
New walking tour shines light on Boston’s overlooked abolitionist history
The "Abolition Acre" self-guided walking tour was recently established by the nonprofit Beacon Hill Scholars to raise awareness about the city's anti-slavery movement. -
Former Newton Mayor Setti Warren has died
Warren was the first popularly elected African American mayor in Massachusetts history -
Law enforcement investigating overnight explosion at Harvard Medical School
No injuries reported in what is believed to be an intentional act. -
Massachusetts to pay for heating assistance with leftover funds — for now
Governor Maura Healey said the state still has $13 million in federal funds from last year that it can use in the short-term. -
Local authorities debate: How much sewage in Boston-area rivers is too much?
Environmental advocates want that number to get down to zero. But the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority says it’s more responsible to allow limited “combined sewer overflows” and save money for ratepayers in infrastructure upgrades. -
Leominster father whose daughter was subject of viral ICE encounter released
Edwards Hip Mejia’s story gained national attention and drew outrage from Massachusetts’ governor. -
Lawrence braces for November as federal SNAP program runs out of money
41% of city residents rely on federal food assistance, among the highest rates in the state.
