Lawmakers will examine state?s taxes ? including new revenue
The state Senate plans to take a broad look at the current tax system, as Massachusetts grapples with problems ranging from school spending to transportation.
Robert Kraft pleads not guilty to soliciting prostitution
In a brief court filing, the Patriots owner pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor counts of soliciting prostitution in Florida and requested a jury trial.
Roger Goodell refuses to say whether he will punish Robert Kraft
The NFL commissioner answered his first questions about the Patriots owner?s legal issues Tuesday night.
Opinion | William Snyder
Hold buyers accountable in sex trafficking
If men were not buying, there would be no incentive for human traffickers to channel women into massage brothels.
Walsh ups his spending to campaign fund-raising firm that employs his girlfriend
Mayor Martin Walsh, who has built a record-breaking campaign account since entering City Hall, has spent nearly $900,000 on a boutique fund-raising consulting firm that employs his longtime partner, Lorrie Higgins.
Parents charged with money laundering in college admissions cheating scandal
The indictment against Gregory Colburn, 61, a physician from Palo Alto, and his wife, Amy, 59, marks the first time money laundering charges have been brought in the scandal.
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State education chairman, a controversial supporter of charter schools, steps down
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Paul Sagan repeatedly drew criticism during his tenure for his financial donations for charter schools.
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Charges against Jussie Smollett dropped, but prosecutor says ?this was not an exoneration?
The mayor and police chief blasted the decision and stood by the investigation that concluded the ?Empire? actor lied about being the target of a racist, anti-gay attack.
7 mysteries in Attorney General William Barr?s letter
A very close reading of Barr?s findings on the Robert Mueller report raises some questions.
Senate kills proposal to take up Green New Deal
The Senate on Tuesday defeated a proposal to take up the measure as both parties shunned an opportunity to debate a comprehensive climate change plan offered by Democrats.
Tow truck driver shields man in wheelchair who ended up inside Prudential Tunnel
?The tow driver possibly prevented a tragedy,? a police official said.
Irish police investigating Conor McGregor for sex assault accusation
The UFC star was arrested in January, questioned by law enforcement, and released pending further investigation, people familiar with the investigation said.
John Tlumacki/Globe Staff
Memorials to Boston Marathon bombing victims move at their own pace
The artist in charge of the tribute estimates he has at least another eight weeks of work left. Far more important than speed, he said, is getting it right.
Celtics 116, Cavaliers 106
Celtics put an end to losing streak
The Celtics defeated the Cavaliers in Cleveland, stopping a four-game winless streak.
CHRISTOPHER L. GASPER
These Celtics are the most disappointing Boston team since the chicken and beer Red Sox
Their distasteful performance this season merits comparisons to the infamous 2011 Red Sox, though there is time for salvage.
BEN VOLIN | ON FOOTBALL
NFL coaches aren?t sad to see Rob Gronkowski retire
For nine seasons in New England, Gronkowski was a nearly unstoppable force.
Dining Out
Is this the restaurant the West End has been waiting for?
Alcove has one of the city?s best views and strong hospitality, but the food has some catching up to do.
How a Gloucester author and the man who killed his son teamed up on gun reform
One day last spring, Greg Gibson went to visit the man who murdered his son.
Elizabeth Warren dashes to catch New York train, then takes a moment to talk politics, rib TMZ
A video posted by TMZ Monday night showed a determined Warren running full-speed through New York?s Penn Station.
Baker says rent control is the ?wrong direction? to go on housing
The governor opposes legislation that would impose limits on what landlords can charge.
Perspective | Magazine
Why I can?t embrace ?The Embrace,? Boston?s new memorial to the Kings
For too long, remembrances of Martin Luther King Jr. have failed to do what King did in his lifetime.
Connie Miller of CB Creatives
Cooking | Magazine
Recipes: Mushrooms star in 2 noodle dishes and a hearty vegetarian sandwich
Rich, meaty, and delicious, portobellos and shiitakes add depth and flavor to any dish.
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SCOT LEHIGH
The apology owed on the Mueller probe
How should Democrats treat the Mueller report?
Opinion | Jennifer C. Braceras
Democrats cry ?wolf? on collusion and cover-ups
Democratic politicians seem disappointed by Barr?s report and unwilling to accept the truth.
Editorial
A bad bet for Mass.: More casino gambling
Massachusetts: Don?t become the Catskills by signing off on one too many gleaming new casinos.
Joanne Chang is always on the move
The Globe sits down with leaders in the city?s business community to talk about their career paths, work, and accomplishments, as well as their vision for Boston?s future. First up is Joanne Chang of Flour bakery cafes.
Love Letters: The Podcast
Love Letters Podcast Season 2
Finding love after trauma
In Episode Five, Meredith Goldstein explores the unique challenges of forging a connection with someone when pain and memory are in the way. Oh, and Erin gets a date.
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See which restaurants advanced to Round 4
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You can?t own more than 3 pot shops, but these companies test the limits ? and brag about it
Sea Hunter and Acreage are testing the limits of state regulations on ownership of recreational marijuana stores.
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Sports
Red Sox? David Price declares himself ready for regular season
The World Series hero had a rough final spring outing against the Cubs on Tuesday but left the game feeling ?strong.?
Metro
Former State Police trooper sentenced to three months in prison in overtime scandal
Retired trooper Gregory Raftery, 48, of Westwood was ordered to serve three months in federal prison for collecting pay for hours he did not work.
Real Estate
Luxury Home of the Week: A Wellesley estate with cobblestones from the Big Dig
Listed for $3,495,000, the home offers five bedrooms, three full baths, two half baths, and 4,494 square feet of space.
Politics
House Democrats fail to override Trump veto on border
The move hands President Trump a victory because his declaration of a national emergency at the Southwest border will remain in effect.
Nation & World
US recognizes Israeli sovereignty over disputed Golan Heights
President Trump signed a proclamation on Monday recognizing Israel?s sovereignty over the Golan Heights, reversing more than a half-century of US policy.
Cars Search This Week's Specials
Here's why the Bourne Bridge has been reduced to one lane each way
Travel has been reduced from two lanes to one.
Columnists
Business
MassFiscal?s biggest funder is a nonprofit it founded
The creation of Fiscal Partners Inc. could make it more difficult for campaign finance regulators to determine who?s fueling MassFiscal?s cash flow should it resume campaign-related work.
Arts
Music Review
At first Boston show in decades, Jawbreaker lives up to its legend
Two years of post-reunion shows have whipped the ?90s pop-punk band back into fighting shape.
The Big Picture
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The Big Picture
Students stage global protest to speak out on climate change inaction
Students worldwide skipped classes Friday to protest their governments? failure to act against global warming as part of the ?Fridays for Future? movement.
Real Estate
Are we ignoring ? or outright banning ? an easy affordable-housing fix?
Mobile homes may be the least expensive and most effective means of addressing the region?s housing shortage.
STAT
The measles virus was down and out. Now it?s primed for a comeback
More measles, not less, appear to be on the horizon.
