Worcester Public Schools opening 7 new libraries — but lacks books to fill shelves
A parent-led campaign is fundraising to collect more than 15,000 new books.
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Boston celebrates Juneteenth; CEO of Museum of African American History discusses recent arson
Two weeks after an arsonist set fire to Juneteenth celebrations at the museum, Noelle Trent says threats against Black institutions are an unfortunate reality ‘when you dare to tell the truth.’ -
World Cup fans embrace trains to ‘Boston Stadium’, despite the steep price tag
The MBTA is offering express, roundtrip service between Boston's South Station and Foxborough for $80 a ticket. -
Free Ride: Discover hidden gems by Commuter Rail this summer
How to get around Massachusetts for $0 — or as close to it as we can get. -
For Black women farmers, tending the land is ancestral and healing
Black farmers have lost millions of acres since the early 1900s. Today a generation of growers is working to rebuild and reconnect communities to the land. -
Fifty years later, Cambridge hearings on gene editing inspire theater production
In June, 1976 the Cambridge City Council heard testimony from scientists about gene editing research. Today, the hearings are the subject of a play, and are seen as a model of public participation in scientific decision making. -
Families, public health leaders urge lawmakers to keep Pappas Hospital open
A state legislative commission is charged with analyzing whether hospital for children with disabilities should be permanently closed. -
Income tax cut ballot question tossed by state’s highest court
Justices took issue with the summary written by the office of Attorney General Andrea Campbell. -
