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The Massachusetts Senate is considering expanding “safe zones” for illegal immigrants beyond courthouses, potentially limiting federal immigration enforcement in schools, hospitals and churches.
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Beacon Hill Democrats are advancing a plan to ban plastic bags and impose a 10-cent fee on paper bags, a move that would increase costs for shoppers at checkout.
Red Sox reliever Tyler Samaniego is not a natural lefty. He explained to NewBostonPost how he developed a deceptive delivery and worked his way to the major leagues.
Federal officials have launched a Title IX investigation into Westford Public Schools over its gender identity policy governing bathrooms and locker rooms.
The U.S. and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, President Donald Trump announced Tuesday evening, bringing a pause to the more than month-long conflict with the Islamic Republic.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court will hear Diana DiZoglio’s audit case as Attorney General Andrea Campbell moves to block the voter-approved review of the Legislature.
Fall River Democrat Rep. Alan Silvia filed an amicus brief with the Supreme Judicial Court supporting Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s effort to audit the Massachusetts Legislature and opposing a motion to dismiss.
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Massachusetts vocational school costs are soaring into the hundreds of millions, pricing out communities and limiting access. A new model aims to cut costs and expand opportunities.
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Massachusetts housing leaders warn a 2026 ballot proposal to cap rent increases could reduce housing supply, discourage development, and worsen affordability across the state.
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A new book details how Joseph Stalin hunted down and killed Leon Trotsky in Mexico, exposing the brutality and global reach of Soviet Communism.
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Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Cambridge) has a new proposal to tax wealth, not just income. Strip away the branding, and it comes down to something simple: envy.
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Smartphones may fill every quiet moment, but they can deepen boredom and anxiety. An old idea — “only boring people are bored” — may explain why.
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Massachusetts congressional candidate Gary Grossi criticizes Rep. Lori Trahan’s votes on women’s sports, arguing they undermine fairness, safety, and Title IX protections for girls.
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U.S. Senate candidate John Deaton contrasts his personal use of solar and EVs with Sen. Ed Markey’s climate policies, arguing Massachusetts “Net Zero” mandates are driving up costs and hurting working families.
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A Massachusetts ballot question led by Auditor Diana DiZoglio would expand public records laws to the legislature and governor’s office, aiming to increase transparency and accountability.
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An architect argues Massachusetts’ building code is driving up housing costs and limiting supply, making the case for allowing single-stair apartment buildings.
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Boston Mayor Michelle Wu publicly praised Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden after he charged a Boston police officer with manslaughter in a fatal shooting. That decision deserves scrutiny.
The Massachusetts Senate is considering expanding “safe zones” for illegal immigrants beyond courthouses, potentially limiting federal immigration enforcement in schools, hospitals and churches.
Beacon Hill Democrats are advancing a plan to ban plastic bags and impose a 10-cent fee on paper bags, a move that would increase costs for shoppers at checkout.
Red Sox reliever Tyler Samaniego is not a natural lefty. He explained to NewBostonPost how he developed a deceptive delivery and worked his way to the major leagues.
Federal officials have launched a Title IX investigation into Westford Public Schools over its gender identity policy governing bathrooms and locker rooms.
The U.S. and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, President Donald Trump announced Tuesday evening, bringing a pause to the more than month-long conflict with the Islamic Republic.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court will hear Diana DiZoglio’s audit case as Attorney General Andrea Campbell moves to block the voter-approved review of the Legislature.
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Smartphones may fill every quiet moment, but they can deepen boredom and anxiety. An old idea — “only boring people are bored” — may explain why.
Best bars near Fenway Park: Five top places to drink before or after a Boston Red Sox game, including Bleacher Bar and Cask 'n Flagon.
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Boston Red Sox prospect Payton Tolle was baptized this offseason and tells NewBostonPost his faith is now central to his life and baseball career.
Gordon College President Michael Hammond shares how faith, family, and a career in Christian higher education shaped his leadership philosophy.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue outlines his faith-driven approach to education, economic growth, energy policy, and government accountability in the 2026 Massachusetts race.
Vermont officials reversed a policy requiring foster parents to affirm gender identity ideology after two Christian families sued, arguing the rule violated their First Amendment rights.
House Speaker Ron Mariano and Senate President Karen Spilka refused to comply with a 2024 voter-approved audit, turning personal against Auditor Diana DiZoglio as the legal battle intensifies.
The Board of Higher Education is on track to vote in early 2026 on whether to allow public and private colleges and universities in Massachusetts to offer three-year bachelor's degrees, reducing the typical 120-credit requirement.
Voters in Lowell and a few surrounding towns will head to the polls in the winter of 2026 to elect a new senator.
The U.S. House voted 310-58 to honor the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk with a National Day of Remembrance, but Massachusetts Democrats Seth Moulton and Ayanna Pressley opposed the resolution, citing concerns over its portrayal of Kirk.
Federal officials have launched a Title IX investigation into Westford Public Schools over its gender identity policy governing bathrooms and locker rooms.
Massachusetts vocational school costs are soaring into the hundreds of millions, pricing out communities and limiting access. A new model aims to cut costs and expand opportunities.
Mount Wachusett Community College wants to add some taxpayer-funded art models to its roster, and it’s willing to pay double for nude models.
The Massachusetts Teachers Association hosted an LGBTQ+ summit featuring workshops on intersectionality, supporting LGBTQ students in schools, and a drag performance during the event.
Massachusetts education officials say the state still lacks a comprehensive plan to address teacher shortages, as regulators delay licensure changes and acknowledge efforts are too limited.