Mass. watchdog calls public defense system ‘broken’
Jeffrey Shapiro, state Inspector General says Massachusetts' public defense agency is failing to meet caseload requirements and needs reform. The agency overseeing public defenders disputes the report's claim that the system is broken.
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Pet debt is on the rise. It’s landing more people in court.
The MSPCA-Angell has sued hundreds of pet owners over the last several years to collect unpaid debts as costs for care rises and the economy tightens. Some say the practice is “aggressive.” -
Mass. Convention Center Authority CEO departs, authority mired in corruption investigation
Marcel Vernon Sr. became CEO of the authority in October 2024. -
Markey, legal advocates ‘shine a spotlight’ on oath ceremony cancellations
Legal advocates could file litigation related to local immigrants being denied citizenship after extensive vetting. -
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Matthews Arena to close after 100-plus years of hockey, hoops and even the Sultan of Swat
Now owned by Northeastern University, the 115-year-old barn will say goodbye when the Huskies play Beanpot rival Boston University in hockey on Saturday night. -
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Understaffed DTA faces steep SNAP penalty risks
Report says error rates could trigger large state penalties, more workers needed to improve eligibility accuracy.
