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Worcester City Council's effort to change attendance rules for members comes up short
The attempt to penalize councilors for missing meetings comes as Councilor Thu Nguyen continues an indefinite hiatus. -
Worcester residents demand more police accountability following DOJ investigation
Federal investigators found officers use excessive force and engage in inappropriate sexual conduct. -
Worcester has a lot of dirt roads. Residents say good luck driving on them.
Many of the roads are in terrible condition because they're private. The city isn't responsible for maintaining them. -
One way to solve Worcester’s litter problem? City officials say more trash cans.
The plan is Worcester's latest attempt to address a longstanding problem. -
Worcester City Council votes to make city sanctuary for transgender people
Although the resolution is mainly symbolic, supporters said it’s important as the Trump administration cuts rights for transgender people. -
Empty apartments across Massachusetts could be key to solving housing crisis
It’s usually a lot cheaper to put vacant housing units back on the market than to build new ones. -
Worcester city councilors apologize to Nguyen amid allegations of transphobia
Last week, Nguyen announced they’re taking a monthlong hiatus because they feel unsafe as a councilor. -
A look at the life and career of Worcester City Councilor Thu Nguyen, in their own words
GBH News spoke with Nguyen about their identity and role in politics a week before they announced a one-month leave from the council. -
Assumption University students charged in 'catch a predator' plot appear in court
The students were arraigned on conspiracy and kidnapping charges in Worcester District Court. -
Worcester city councilor accuses fellow councilors of transphobia, will take hiatus
In 2021, Thu Nguyen became the first openly nonbinary elected person in Massachusetts
