Attorneys for Rümeysa Öztürk and government argue before district judge
Öztürk's attorneys accused agents of shopping for a favorable court. The government said the case should be dismissed or moved to Louisiana, where she is being held.

Jeff and Julie Kinney have big plans for Plainville
Author of the bestselling “Wimpy Kid” series is writing a new chapter for his adopted hometown.
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Boston School Committee approves controversial plan to close, merge schools
BPS said closures are part of a broader plan to focus on fewer schools that offer more services. -
New safety rules restrict where Somerville PorchFest musicians can perform
Porches along some streets will not be eligible to participate in the May festival, due to new safely regulations. And organizers will deploy a new taskforce to stay on top of safety and logistics. -
Cambridge city councilor facing charges of buying sex in high-end brothel case
Cambridge City Councilor Paul F. Toner was identified in a probable cause hearing on Friday in Cambridge District Court. He's one of 11 people identified during the second day of hearings on the case. -
Clea Simon’s novel ‘The Butterfly Trap’ is a tale of obsession and desperation
Author Clea Simon has written more than 30 books. Her latest is "The Butterfly Trap," a "he said, she said" story. -
House specials give Mass. voters first choices of 2025
Both parties have candidates in spring elections north and south of Boston
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