75 years ago, the Celtics made history by drafting the NBA’s first Black player
Chuck Cooper was a rookie on the first Celtics team to end the season with a winning record. And a separate pick, Bob Cousy, would eventually become his close friend.
Massive changes at the EPA will roll back much-needed scientific research, environmental experts say
EPA administrator Lee Zeldin promised significant changes at the agency. What does that mean for private citizens and scientists?
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As deadline nears, RMV now taking Real ID walk-ins
The Registry of Motor Vehicles is now accepting walk-in appointments for people who need the Real ID for imminent travel plans. -
Mass. commissioner of public health pushes back on RFK Jr.'s vaccine skepticism
“We need to be resolute," says Robbie Goldstein, the state commissioner of public health. "Vaccines are safe, vaccines are effective, vaccines are the best way for parents to protect their children from measles.” -
Boston City Council to debate special election for Roxbury district
The debate is raising questions about whether votes that come from Fort Hill, Nubian Square and Madison Park Village matter. -
Attorneys ask federal judge to weigh in after immigration court denies Öztürk bond
Her attorneys argue the judge had an “untenable conclusion” Öztürk was a flight risk and danger to the community. -
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