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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Columbia journalism dean addresses response to Trump and challenges to press freedom
Columbia Journalism School Dean Jelani Cobb acknowledged the university’s recent challenges. -
State Senate pitches spending $5 million on World Cup transportation upgrades
With summer 2026 fast approaching, the Senate spending bill would set aside money to help fans get to and from Gillette Stadium. -
Maria Ressa says Americans must ‘hold the line’ against autocracy
The Nobel Peace Prize winning journalist said the country must stand up to the "bully tactics" of President Donald Trump as he attempts to consolidate executive power. -
Harvard sends international students' records to Trump admin
Neither the university nor Department of Homeland Security offered clarity on what exact details were shared. -
Allston I-90 project could lose $335 million under federal proposal
A House committee announced plans this week to rescind grant funding for transportation projects across the country.
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