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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Massachusetts farmers scrambling to sell crops after USDA funding cuts leave them without a buyer
Some farms are facing hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost income. -
Mass. House passes state budget with 6% spending boost
The budget includes $5 million to help immigrants access legal representation if they're accused of nonviolent offenses. -
Facing criticism, Worcester police chief says many aspects of DOJ report are accurate
It was a change in tune from the police department, which has repeatedly called the report inaccurate. -
Wheelchair users say repair bill is about ‘restoring dignity’
Response to "crisis of equity" cleared Senate last session, died in House. -
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