Health data industry fights FDA oversight

The fast-growing industry that makes digital medical records is gearing up for a lobbying fight against federal safety regulations.

US Senator Edward J. Markey called the increase in opiate drug deaths “a scourge like we have never seen before.”

Opiate overdoses bring call for more drug courts

“We can’t do it alone: We need your help,” said Paula Carey, chief justice of the state’s trial court, at a public forum on opiate abuse.

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2014/02/25/BostonGlobe.com/Business/Images/mbta150-7333.jpg MBTA retirement board split over opening up files

The panel remains divided on divulging more of the pension fund’s records following the disclosure of a $25 million investment loss.

Conn. teen in long custody battle to move again

Caught in a custody fight between her parents and Mass. child protection officials, Justina Pelletier will be moved to a foster care facility.

Kevin Cullen

Helping adopted children learn about their roots

Thanks to a film based on her life, Philomena Lee has been given a platform to advocate for something close to her heart.

Riders’ attitudes toward immigration changed after immigrants appeared at several MBTA commuter rail stations.

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Rail stops become labs for Harvard research

The study found that routine exposure to unfamiliar people on public transportation, though initially jarring, can shift attitudes for the positive.

Analysis

Financial reform shows crafty political side of pope

For those who wonder if change under Francis is all about tone and style, yesterday showed there’s steak beneath the sizzle.

Secretary of State William F. Galvin is examining year-end lump sum 401(k) payments.

Galvin opens inquiry into retirement accounts

Secretary of State William Galvin is examining year-end lump sum 401(k) payments that save employers money but could cost workers.

A classic New England lighthouse, Nobska Point Light draws visitors from near and far.

New caretaker sought for iconic Cape lighthouse

Nobska Point Light could be on the block, as the Coast Guard looks to find a new caretaker for the weathered property.

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TOM KEANE

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2014/02/23/BostonGlobe.com/Metro/Images/greenhouse2_24casinopro-8_metro.jpg The luck of the vote

Revere votes today on whether it wants casino gambling, and whether it wants the changes that a casino would surely bring.

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Match Charter Public High School on Commonwealth Avenue.

State eyes two charter schools

Massachusetts education officials are preparing to impose several conditions on the operating licenses of two high-performing charter schools.