Randolph resumes paying bills after tense standoff between town and schools
A battle over the budget for Randolph Public Schools revealed deep strains in the town's governance.

With the future of offshore wind up in the air, solar power shines on
Our environmental news experts discuss the latest headlines, including the dismantling of the EPA's research arm, AI data centers and more.
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State spending with LGBT-owned businesses fails to meet Healey's benchmark
Gov. Maura Healey set a first-time benchmark in 2023 for state agency spending with LGBT-owned businesses. State agencies spent less than half that target during the first fiscal year the benchmark was in practice. -
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More than the ‘Big Head’: MFA hosts largest exhibit of Roxbury artist John Wilson’s work
The exhibit spans six decades of John Wilson's work, including drawing, paintings, sketches and sculptures. -
Teen substance use detox center in Worcester is closing
Community Healthlink runs the round-the-clock detox program and says it’s the only one of its kind across the state. -
Judge turns back challenge to MBTA housing law
Several Massachusetts towns sued, arguing the law is unenforcable because it is an unfunded mandate.
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