Local groups report major spike in ICE detentions around Massachusetts
From people with no criminal records, claims of mistaken identity, to one person with a sex crime charge against a child: immigration enforcement is up. And locals are wary.

Before the American Revolution, these Massachusetts publishers rebelled in print
Newspapers like the Massachusetts Spy published bold, new ideas — and the shortcomings of their British leaders.
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Kitty Dukakis, former first lady of Massachusetts, has died
Kitty Dukakis was 88 years old. -
Two eldest daughters and their mother strive for connection in ‘Her Portmanteau’
The latest onstage production of the Ufot Family Cycle centers around Abasiama's actual eldest daughter. -
Hollywood banks on starry comebacks and nostalgic film reboots
Our pop culture experts break down the recent comebacks from Lizzo, Jonathan Banks and Will Smith. -
New Middlesex Jail unit aims to improve well-being of older adults in custody
The Middlesex County Sheriff is debuting a new jail unit for those in custody who are 55 and older. -
Refugee resettlement agencies cut staff and programs across New England
Trump's pause to the resettlement program has far-reaching impact on refugees waiting to arrive abroad, and local staff.
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