Former Boston City Councilor sentenced to one month in prison for corruption charges
The sentencing wraps up a nine-month saga that began when Fernandes Anderson was arrested last December.

‘Important to everybody, not just Harvard’: Professors celebrate research funding restoration
Federal judge’s ruling Wednesday is a victory for academic freedom and democracy, researchers say.
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Bar advocates dispute claim that effort to end work stoppage is in the works
Without offering details, Beacon Hill leaders say discussions are ongoing and to expect a resolution "soon". -
Senate Dems also oppose single-sex sports teams bill
The vote on July 16 effectively stalls the bill (S 350) filed by Republican Sen. Ryan Fattman, as Democrats aim to prevent it from advancing further in the legislative process. -
Feds releasing education grant funds ahead of school year start
The U.S. Department of Education plans to release "the vast majority" of $6.8 billion in education grants it withheld from states in June, though the "chaos and confusion" the freeze caused in Massachusetts can't be undone, according to Attorney General Andrea Campbell. -
With more home games approaching, Fenway workers weigh their options in labor battle
A strike of Fenway Park's hospitality workers impacted three games over the weekend — and an agreement has yet to be reached. -
Trump administration begins to detain young immigrants with protected status
'I wasn't here illegally,' says one recently detained SIJ recipient.
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