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Mass. sues to preserve birthright citizenship, challenge Trump’s order
The president’s order was almost immediately met with legal challenges from Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell as well as local civil rights organizations and immigrant advocacy groups. -
Refugee groups scramble to expedite travel plans before Inauguration Day
Familiar with Trump's immigration policies from his first term, local resettlement agencies are working around the clock to welcome newcomers. -
Healey wants to limit state shelter to Massachusetts residents
"I believe these changes are appropriate and needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of the state shelter system," she said. -
Shelter leaders say they're responding to incidents to the best of their ability
Shelter leaders push back on crime narrative. -
Migrant workers file federal lawsuit against Connecticut farm, alleging abuse of visa program
Cheshire farm denies allegations of unpaid wages and mistreatment. -
With new Trump administration, municipalities look to change sanctuary policies
Nearly 50 towns and cities passed rules during Trump's first term in office. -
Local immigrant groups prepare for a second Trump term
They’re taking practical steps, like securing housing for as many of the thousands of migrants as possible, as well as distributing information on immigrants’ rights. -
Federal funds go to migrant support in Boston shelters
As Trump administration begins, advocates say dispensing existing funds can combat Trump's upcoming immigration agenda. -
Family shelter system will undergo massive changes, including phaseout of hotels
Administration proposes dropping the amount of time families can stay in long-term shelter -
New citizens, families celebrate at Boston naturalization ceremony
Nearly 200 immigrants gathered at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum for the naturalization ceremony Wednesday,