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It’s Election Day, and history could be made in Massachusetts

Mass. voters are heading to the polls, where they will choose a new governor to replace Charlie Baker and a new attorney general. Several hotly contested ballot questions will also be decided.
Joan Vennochi

If Maura Healey makes history, she has Charlie Baker to thank

Baker’s clearing the way by not seeking a third term was momentous for her probable gubernatorial win.

Here are the many ways abortion is on the ballot around the country on Tuesday

In five states, the issue is explicit, in the form of a ballot initiative. In others, the winners of gubernatorial races could sign or veto abortion-related laws, and congressional races could have national implications.

Everyone thought this Republican would be easier to beat. He may win anyway.

Democrats find themselves in trouble, in a race that will test both New Hampshire’s appetite for hard-right candidates and the nation’s disappointment with the party in power.

Former pastor of Framingham Catholic church, 89, indicted on charge of raping child

A former pastor of a Roman Catholic parish in Framingham was indicted Monday for allegedly raping an altar server more than a decade ago, according to Middlesex District Attorney Marian T. Ryan’s office.

Powerball drawing for world record $2.04B finally held

The Powerball drawing for a world record $2.05 billion pot was held at 8:57 a.m Tuesday after technical problems with one participating lottery system delayed the drawing originally set for Monday evening.

An apparent rift between Trump and DeSantis has bubbled up into public view, foreshadowing a potential showdown
Last weekend on the campaign trail, things seemed to come to a boil.

New England’s forests are an underused tool in the climate fight, study says

Across the six states of New England, forests are already sequestering the equivalent of 14 percent of carbon emissions each year, but they're still underutilized, a new report says.

Nancy Pelosi says attack on husband will affect her political future

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi described the first terrifying moments after she learned from the Capitol Police what had happened inside their San Francisco home Oct. 28, and said that the traumatic episode would affect her decision about her political future.

US Attorney Rachael Rollins under ethics investigation by DOJ watchdog, AP reports

The Associated Press reported late Monday afternoon that the state’s top federal prosecutor has for weeks been under the scrutiny of the DOJ’s office of the inspector general, which is charged with investigating misconduct by department employees and officials.

Two parents urge appeals court to overturn convictions in Varsity Blues college admissions scandal
During a hearing before the First Circuit Court of Appeals, lawyers argued that their clients were wrongly charged with being part of sweeping conspiracy.

Here’s what the ‘Blood moon’ total lunar eclipse looked like Tuesday morning

The moon turned a reddish hue early Tuesday morning as it passed into Earth’s shadow and produced a total lunar eclipse.

Mayor Michelle Wu signs new political map after contentious City Council process

Following a bitter, monthslong dispute over the once-in-a-decade redistricting process, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has signed into law a new political map for the city.

With Russia dragging its heels, Kamila Valieva doping case sent to highest court for a ruling

The World Anti-Doping Agency said Tuesday it sent the Beijing Olympics case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport because Russian officials have made “no progress” toward resolving it.
Opinion
MARCELA GARCÍA

Latinos are the new swing voters. Here are two key races they could decide.

Nevada and Arizona are two races that are critical for Democrats to keep control of the US Senate.
OPINION

Twitter Space: Election night analysis with Globe Opinion columnists
EDITORIAL

Election workers are under assault. We need to protect them. Now.
Bina Venkataraman

Lies spread faster than the truth. Can communities change that?
Joan Vennochi

If Maura Healey makes history, she has Charlie Baker to thank
The Emancipator

Faith on the ballot: White Christian nationalism vs. Black Christian tradition

Two races in Arkansas and Georgia embody two American political traditions: One which uses faith to uphold White nationalism, and one that dismantles it.
Seattle Team

Her marriage was in trouble. Something drew her to the OZ Museum.

Laura Fredrickson needed time to think. So the 34-year-old from St. Paul set out on a road trip. Somewhere on the way, while Googling roadside attractions, she turned up one that made her heart leap — the OZ Museum in Wamego, Kan.
Boston Team

Tailgating with the families of University of Wisconsin football players — and Drew Bledsoe

The crowd includes an octogenarian here to support her grandson, a safety who she proudly notes has already been setting records; a single mom from Wichita whose son would go on to score the Badgers’ first touchdown of the afternoon; and two former New England Patriots.
Los Angeles team

Inside the weird, wonderful world of Las Vegas Elvis impersonators

Elvis drives a temperamental pink Cadillac with no seat belts and unreliable brakes. He is running late for an appearance in a Mexican Independence Day parade. This may be my fault.
Miami Team

A mother’s loss after the Oklahoma City bombing is seared in a photo we can’t forget

The picture from the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995 resurfaces from time to time — and I always think about the baby’s parents. What effect has it had on them? Now I know.
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Special reports

A celebrated surgeon, a trail of secrets and death

Dr. Yvon Baribeau set a record for malpractice settlements, and many colleagues tried desperately to stop him. But hospital executives let him go on and on.
Part 2: A crisis of conscience, with lives on the line Timeline: What the public didn't know about Dr. Yvon Baribeau
Globe Magazine

The Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts 2022

The Women’s Edge and Globe Magazine celebrate the state’s leading companies and nonprofits run by women.
See the full Women & Power issue from Globe Magazine

Celebrating 150 years of The Boston Globe

We’re marking the Globe’s 150th year with a look back through 15 decades of coverage. Explore 150 of the most significant front pages, revisit classic sports moments, try a crossword from 1917, and more.
Play this Boston Globe crossword puzzle from 1917 150 years, 150 front pages

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Gary Washburn | On Basketball

Jaylen Brown says Players Association has issues with conditions Kyrie Irving must meet to return to Nets

Brown, a vice president of the NBPA, expects the union to appeal the conditions of Irving’s return to basketball. Irving is meeting with NBA commissioner Adam Silver Tuesday.

Two-alarm fire roars through Lynn home; one person reported missing
Lynn firefighters battled a two-alarm blaze in that city Tuesday morning, officials said.

What is Mastodon and why are people leaving Twitter for it?
Since Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter, some users have sought out alternative social media platforms. A popular one is Mastodon, which has an estimated 4.5 million accounts.

Senator Ted Cruz hit by flying White Claw can at Astros’ World Series parade
The can, which authorities said contained beer but the senator identified as the hard seltzer White Claw, hit Cruz around his chest and neck, according to police. Cruz did not need medical attention.

WHAT SHE'S HAVING | KARA BASKIN
We ate our way around the world and never left the hot, chaotic school cafeteria
What’s she having? A great time on Culture Night, that’s what.

Chris Evans named People Magazine’s 2022 Sexiest Man Alive
For your consideration on Election Day, results of another type of contest.

Recommended reads

For some shoppers, Market Basket’s ‘Market Buckets’ are all the rage

“They have buckets back!!!” one fan said about the five-gallon keepsakes.

Bookstores are blooming all over Boston: Next up? Fields Corner.
"The Book Shop" will be led by Porsha Olayiwola, the poet laureate of Boston, and Bing Broderick, the former executive director of Haley House.

dan shaughnessy
The Bruins tarnished their brand by signing Mitchell Miller, and for no good reason
They blundered into one of the worst decisions in team history, bringing dishonor to the franchise, and Monday's apology was a difficult moment.

Alex Speier | On baseball
‘Bogey’s our first choice’: After Xander Bogaerts’s opt-out, where do the Red Sox go from here?
The opt-out does not rule out a return, and Chaim Bloom's messaging is clear — the Sox want to bring their franchise shortstop back.

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Culture & Lifestyle

Got a great kitchen tip to share?

Mikhail Baryshnikov explores ‘The Orchard’ anew, with robot in tow

‘It’s a bitter little world’: Noirvember in Boston

Indigenous tribes hold Boston’s first mishoon burning in more than 300 years

Special Projects

Welcome Back to Boston

Consider this our love letter to the city, a celebration of all it has to offer visitors and locals alike.
Globe Magazine

Top Spots to Live in Greater Boston in 2022

A guide to 36 Greater Boston communities where demand — and prices — are surging.
Jeneé Osterheldt

A Beautiful Resistance

Black joy, Black lives, as celebrated by culture columnist Jeneé Osterheldt.

‘On the Street’: The changing face of Greater Boston neighborhoods

The changing face of Greater Boston neighborhoods.

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

Michelle Chao

How Massachusetts can lead the electrification revolution
Tyler Goodspeed

Objections to the Liz Truss tax plan were never really about cost
EDITORIAL

Vulnerable children need advocates in Massachusetts courtrooms
Adil Najam

Welcome to the ‘Age of Adaptation’
Rachel Cleetus

COP27 must address mounting losses and damage to poorer nations
IDEAS | ABDALLAH FAYYAD

The extremist in New Hampshire who might flip the Senate

Metro

Here’s what the ‘Blood moon’ total lunar eclipse looked like Tuesday morning

The moon turned a reddish hue early Tuesday morning as it passed into Earth’s shadow and produced a total lunar eclipse.

Chelsea man, 37, arrested on gun charge in Dorchester after foot chase and struggle with officers, police say

Boston police on Sunday night arrested a 37-year-old Chelsea man on gun charges after a brief foot chase in Dorchester, authorities said.

Mass. voters could elect state’s first Black female AG today

Massachusetts voters could elect the state’s first Black female attorney general on Tuesday, with Democrat Andrea Campbell polling far ahead of her Republican challenger, Jay McMahon.
Live updates: Midterm elections

Follow live updates on key elections in Mass. and across the US

We’re gathering news, updates, analysis, and results from high-stakes races across Massachusetts and the United States. Follow along.

Sports

ben volin | on football

The Colts’ hiring of Jeff Saturday seems like an end-around on the Rooney Rule

The rule doesn't require that minority candidates be interviewed for interim positions, but now Saturday appears to have an inside track on them.

With Russia dragging its heels, Kamila Valieva doping case sent to highest court for a ruling

The World Anti-Doping Agency said Tuesday it sent the Beijing Olympics case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport because Russian officials have made “no progress” toward resolving it.
CELTICS 109, GRIZZLIES 106

Jayson Tatum, Celtics hold off Ja Morant, Grizzlies to win in Memphis

After a 6-3 start built on offense, the Celtics had to dig in on the defensive end to score a win in Memphis.

Matthew McConaughey explores forming or joining bid for Commanders
RAVENS 27, SAINTS 13

Baltimore controls ball, Saints on Monday night to remain atop AFC North
red sox

Red Sox decline option on lefthander James Paxton

Business

What is Mastodon and why are people leaving Twitter for it?

Since Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter, some users have sought out alternative social media platforms. A popular one is Mastodon, which has an estimated 4.5 million accounts.

Winning numbers for $2.04B Powerball drawn after delay

The numbers for a record-breaking $2.04 billion Powerball jackpot have been drawn following a delay and players were awaiting the announcement of a possible winner.

Adidas appoints ex-Puma chief as new CEO

BOLD TYPES

Veteran signature gatherer Harold Hubschman wants to pursue a new kind of ballot question to suspend the gas tax
magazine
Kitchens and Baths

A designer remakes a Maine kitchen in a 1920s-era palette that’s fresh and family ready
PERSPECTIVE

I froze my eggs. Now I’m in the middle of the abortion fight.
MISS CONDUCT

‘My sister-in-law has mandated that we not exchange Christmas presents this year’
COOKING

Recipes: Fresh breads and scones for breakfast

metro

Two-alarm fire roars through Lynn home; one person reported missing

Your super smart guide to Election Day in R.I.

Powerball drawing for world record $2.04B finally held

sports

Red Sox will decline Tommy Pham’s option, making the outfielder a free agent

Kate Francini scores in the second overtime as Concord-Carlisle field hockey tips Lincoln-Sudbury in Division 1 tournament

The Bruins tarnished their brand by signing Mitchell Miller, and for no good reason

business

A gloomy business mood took hold in October

Meta expected to lay off thousands in broader tech slowdown, report says

R.I. Energy is providing $64 in one-time credits to electric and natural gas customers

politics

Crucial Arizona Senate race tests Trump-era Democratic gains

An apparent rift between Trump and DeSantis has bubbled up into public view, foreshadowing a potential showdown

Voters in 5 states decide whether to legalize marijuana

Nation

California races could determine control of US House

Warnock, Walker push for outright Senate victory in Georgia

Bid for new trial fails, Elizabeth Holmes awaits sentencing

World

UN panel calls out ‘greenwashers’ and seeks net-zero regulation

Officials: US aid worker shot dead in Baghdad in rare attack

Russian forces are making conditions ‘unacceptable’ for those left in Kherson

opinion

Vulnerable children need advocates in Massachusetts courtrooms

Welcome to the ‘Age of Adaptation’

Do net-zero pledges add up?

lifestyle

Chris Evans named People Magazine’s 2022 Sexiest Man Alive

He slept with me the night he broke up with me

This breakup has me wondering: Am I a terrible person?

food & dining

Recipe: Soft, yeasty pumpkin dinner rolls are mixed with apple cider and maple syrup

Recipe: Set wedges of hearty, sweet beets, topped with vinegar cucumbers, on yogurt-dill sauce

Recipe: Simmer a vegetarian fall stew with lots of roots, chickpeas, and porcini

travel

A power outage party, belly laughs in N.Y., and axes made in Maine

Lufthansa canceled my flight a year ago. Where’s the refund?

A pandemic trend that seems to be sticking around: walking the world

Arts

Sowing questions and stories in ‘GHOST ROOTS’ at Pao Arts Center

At Mass MoCA, dead deer and disco lights elegize a dying world

Jemila MacEwan’s ‘Human Meteorite’ surveys a scarred planet

Books

Bookstores are blooming all over Boston: Next up? Fields Corner.

A doctor examines his profession, and his choices

The loss of their mother tests sibling bonds in ‘Flight’

Movies

Jimmy Kimmel to host Oscars again: ‘Great honor or a trap’

‘It’s a bitter little world’: Noirvember in Boston

When Opportunity (and Spirit) knocked, NASA knew just what to do

Television

This week’s TV: The return of ‘The Crown,’ a James Corden comedy, and David E. Kelley’s ‘The Calling’

‘Saturday Night Live’ takes on midterm elections, Twitter moderation as Amy Schumer hosts

Letterman-Zelensky interview will air by year’s end

music

Anne Sofie von Otter and Kristian Bezuidenhout are a commanding duo

With tales to tell and songs to sing, Bono brings his book tour to the Orpheum

Twitter and what it means when violence has a megaphone

Theater/Dance

In ‘The Orchard,’ arresting images are abundant but emotional pickings are slim

To this drama critic, Bill Belichick’s postgame act is a performance for the ages

Boston Ballet rises to the challenge of Forsythe

globe local

City inching toward reparations commission

Newton church holds community meal-packing event

Back on the home front

Obituaries

Jake Crouthamel: a man of intensity, brilliance, and, for one poignant moment, reflection

Peter McNab, Bruin star who turned to broadcasting after playing career, dies at 70

Alan E. Lewis, travel industry executive and philanthropist, dies at 74