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Healey considering emergency declaration to deal with ‘catastrophic’ shelter situation

The pressure on the state's shelter system has been exacerbated by an influx of migrants on top of the state’s already dire housing needs.

Larry Edelman | trendlines
As Sept. 1 approaches, Boston rents are on the rise
Rents are climbing faster than they did last year, even as they fall in other big cities.

‘It’s a clown show’: Boston city councilors make reelection push after chaotic term

After a chaotic term, the Boston City Council is on the ballot this fall, with a slate of races that are as much about competence and cooperation as they are about ideology.

Prosecutors ask judge to issue protective order after Trump post appearing to promise revenge

A federal judge gave Donald Trump’s legal team until 5 p.m. Monday to respond to the government’s request for a protective order concerning evidence in the case.
Pence, Trump attorney clash over what Trump told his VP ahead of Jan. 6, 2021 DeSantis finally acknowledges the truth about Trump’s election lies: ‘Of course he lost’

Man charged in Newton triple homicide faces court hearing
Christopher Ferguson, the man accused of killing three people in Newton in June, faces a court hearing Monday.

EV fires like the Wareham blaze are rare but dangerous. Here’s why.

Electric cars are much less likely to catch on fire than gasoline-powered vehicles.
Electric car extinguished after it ‘spontanously’ bursts into flames in Wareham

Severe weather possible during Tuesday’s morning commute

"The stronger storms will be capable of producing torrential rainfall and localized flooding," forecasters wrote. "This may result in a difficult Tuesday morning commute for some locations."

Drug makers postpone pricing new postpartum depression pill

Body found at Boston public works facility, police say
john powers | on soccer

World Cup fizzle was more evidence that US women’s soccer isn’t what it used to be

The country that once set the gold standard for the women’s game has been scrambling to stay competitive as its development model appears outdated.
Beth Teitell | Commentary

Every exercise, every minute, all at once: the desperate need to stay competitive in an unforgiving world

As pressure to look young and fit escalates, I’ve got workout FOMO — even as I’m doing wall squats, I worry I should be using my limited time to do a different exercise.
MATTHEW GILBERT | YOUR TV GPS

This week’s TV: The return of ‘Only Murders,’ an opioid drama, and endless ads

Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building” returns this week with its trio of goofy true-crime podcasters, this season with Meryl Streep on board. New shows premiering this week include Netflix’s “Painkiller” and the HBO docuseries “Telemarketers.”
Opinion
Jerome Adams

Ignoring COVID-19 is still not an option for most Americans

People who are up to date on vaccines, at low risk for severe complications, and able to access and safely take available treatments can now worry less about COVID-19 — but they are a surprisingly small minority.
SCOT LEHIGH

Your thoughts, please, on climate change
Bill Golden

Mass. needs a coastal resiliency action plan to mitigate climate change. Now.
EDITORIAL

For Moulton and Auchincloss, a counterproductive vote on defense bill amendment
William Groshek

‘Made in America’ is sinking offshore wind

More recent News

After R.I. restaurant endured ‘ghost kitchen,’ its fried chicken and waffles have become a staple
Cooking since he was 11 years old, Edmund Addai learned recipes family members from the American South and in Ghana had long perfected. By 18, he was gifted a waffle maker, and that’s when things changed.

In Ohio, a ballot measure by GOP may end up benefiting Democrats
A GOP effort to head off an abortion rights vote may wind up galvanizing opposition ahead of a crucial Senate race in 2024.

Marilyn Manson to plead no contest in N.H. spitting incident, court records say
Rocker Marilyn Manson is scheduled to plead no contest to a misdemeanor offense in New Hampshire next month for allegedly spitting on a videographer during a 2019 concert in that state, according to legal filings.

Now a public company, SharkNinja invites praise, and scrutiny, over its business practices
The Needham-based maker of consumer appliances has enjoyed strong growth. But inflation and ties to China could dampen its coming out party.

Drug makers postpone pricing new postpartum depression pill

In a setback for the Cambridge biotechs Sage and Biogen, Zurzuvae wasn’t approved to treat major depressive disorder.

Woman sues Detroit after facial recognition mistakes her for crime suspect

Porcha Woodruff learned that the police had charged her with robbery and carjacking after facial recognition software mistakenly matched an eight-year-old photo of her with video footage of a suspect.

Recommended reads

ADDRESS

The ‘Nantucket-ization’ of P-town

Is this tourism hotspot becoming less of an LGBTQ+ haven and more of a playground for the one percent?

Roxbury Community College charts path forward as it marks 50 years of ups and downs
Students, college employees, and political and community leaders told the Globe they believe the school is now moving forward with a steady leader in interim president Jackie Jenkins-Scott, the former president of Wheelock College.

This Mass. resident wants to put EV charging stations on highway exit signs
Why do gas stations get highway exit signs, but EV charging stations don’t? Blame antiquated federal highway regulations.

Money from opioid settlements is flowing to Massachusetts cities and towns
Local officials are holding public meetings to solicit ideas and considering new investments in such solutions as mobile crisis response teams, transitional housing, and improved access to medications that treat addiction.

Culture & Lifestyle

A rousing blend of new and old at the Newport Jazz Festival

The Witch City is open, and it’s no ghost town, either

Who needs Disney? We have our own haunted (or just seriously spooky) mansions.

Things to do around Boston this weekend and beyond

Special Projects

Boston thrives off the dreams of young people. But can they make it here?

Baby boomers and Gen Xers benefited from economic conditions that do not exist for millennials. And by many measures, the path ahead for Gen Z is even more fraught.

Boston doesn’t work if the T doesn’t work

With the MBTA engulfed by issues, everyday riders are feeling the pain.

How the missing become the uncounted

Inside the government’s flawed approach to finding missing persons.

Two Weeks in America

We sent a dozen journalists on the road across this complex country. They found it’s better than you think.

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

Lisa Cunningham and Kannan Thiruvengadam

State must electrify new construction in every community to meet climate change goals
RENÉE GRAHAM

Why are Republicans so obsessed with Kamala Harris?
EDITORIAL

Don’t make it impossible for people with disabilities to save money
JEFF JACOBY

As capital punishment fades, progressives take aim at a new target
EDITORIAL

Too many of Boston’s pools are closed

IDEAS | OMER AZIZ

My farewell love letter to Boston

Metro

RI POLITICS

The latest political news in Rhode Island

Endorsements, campaign announcements, and more leading up to the special election for R.I.’s First Congressional District

EV fires like the Wareham blaze are rare but dangerous. Here’s why.

Electric cars are much less likely to catch on fire than gasoline-powered vehicles.

Severe weather possible during Tuesday’s morning commute

"The stronger storms will be capable of producing torrential rainfall and localized flooding," forecasters wrote. "This may result in a difficult Tuesday morning commute for some locations."

How specially trained dogs sniff out human remains underwater

K-9 Riggs, of the Auburn Fire Department, is a 4-year-old black Labrador retriever trained to find human remains by sniffing out the odors a body produces as it decomposes.

Sports

World Cup 2023

World Cup 2023: Follow along here for daily schedule and results

The United States fell short of its goal of a third straight World Cup title with a loss Sunday.
john powers | on soccer

World Cup fizzle was more evidence that US women’s soccer isn’t what it used to be

The country that once set the gold standard for the women’s game has been scrambling to stay competitive as its development model appears outdated.
bruins

Bruins’ Charlie McAvoy weds college sweetheart at Boston Public Library

Kiley McAvoy, the daughter of former Bruins coach Mike Sullivan, and Charlie McAvoy have been together since their days at Boston University.
Red Sox vs. Royals | 7:10 p.m. (NESN)

Game 112: Red Sox vs. Royals lineups and notes
red sox

Trevor Story is on the clock to return to Red Sox’ big-league roster
gymnastics

Simone Biles puts on a show to win US Classic in return to gymnastics after two-year layoff

Business

Larry Edelman | trendlines

As Sept. 1 approaches, Boston rents are on the rise

Rents are climbing faster than they did last year, even as they fall in other big cities.

EV fires like the Wareham blaze are rare but dangerous. Here’s why.

Electric cars are much less likely to catch on fire than gasoline-powered vehicles.
THE FINE PRINT

The check engine light came on in his new Chevy in December. It’s still on.

Woman sues Detroit after facial recognition mistakes her for crime suspect
magazine
Globe Magazine

Frank Smith was locked up for eight decades. At 98, what would it mean to be free?

Globe Magazine

How a WBCN deejay and a Harvard dining hall concert helped The Cars get their big break

Your Summer Beach Bag

10 great books to read on a New England beach this summer

Globe Magazine

He was caught trying to defraud a COVID relief fund. Then vanished.

metro

🏆 CONTEST: Pick the winner of the R.I. First Congressional Democratic primary

Man charged in Newton triple homicide faces court hearing

Maternity units in Mass. keep closing. But is that harming care?

sports

One-on-one with Wyc Grousbeck: Celtics owner talks playoff losses, roster changes, Joe Mazzulla, and more

After rain delay, Lucas Glover pours it on to win PGA’s Wyndham Championship and qualify for playoffs

AL Rookie of the Year candidate Josh Jung fractures thumb in Rangers win over Marlins

business

Drug makers postpone pricing new postpartum depression pill

Trucking giant Yellow Corp. declares bankruptcy after years of financial struggles

New R.I. startup gives moms a break

politics

DeSantis finally acknowledges the truth about Trump’s election lies: ‘Of course he lost’

Prosecutors ask judge to issue protective order after Trump post appearing to promise revenge

Pence, Trump attorney clash over what Trump told his vice president ahead of Jan. 6, 2021

Nation

Ex-Minneapolis officer sentenced to nearly 5 years on state charge for role in George Floyd’s death

Woman sues Detroit after facial recognition mistakes her for crime suspect

Three passengers dead after charter bus crashes in Pennsylvania, state police say

World

Woman arrested in plot to kill Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky

Express train derails in southern Pakistan, killing 30 people and injuring more than 90

Israel kills 3 suspected Palestinian militants as West Bank violence shows no signs of slowing

opinion

As capital punishment fades, progressives take aim at a new target

The problems with e-bikes

Too many of Boston’s pools are closed

lifestyle

A book fair for grownups — with beer

Richard Russo reunites with old friends in ‘Somebody’s Fool’

In praise of the purpose-free, couch potato weekend

food & dining

After R.I. restaurant endured ‘ghost kitchen,’ its fried chicken and waffles have become a staple

New Monica’s Trattoria manager approved by Boston Licensing Board after owner arrested

How restaurateurs can support local agriculture in N.H.

travel

The best new camping gear out there

Who needs Disney? We have our own haunted (or just seriously spooky) mansions.

Hip-hop turns 50, and New York is throwing an epic birthday party

Arts

At the Clark Art Institute, nature and culture under pressure

Steven Careau’s sculptures are fields of vision

In the ’weeds (in a good way): The New Bedford Whaling Museum looks at seaweed as cultural artifact

Books

Ann Patchett’s ‘Tom Lake,’ a quietly devastating tale of a mother and her daughters, delves deep into the relationship between acting and life

Journalist Yepoka Yeebo, in ‘Anansi’s Gold,’ tracks the con man behind the stories of Ghana’s lost gold

Tess Gunty, 2022 National Book Award winner, on poetry as a stimulant for both mind and body

Movies

In fatal shooting by Alec Baldwin, movie weapons supervisor waives right to preliminary hearing

‘Shortcomings’ spends a long time with a real jerk

How ‘Pee-wee’s Playhouse’ influenced a generation of kids-at-heart

Television

This week’s TV: The return of ‘Only Murders,’ an opioid drama, and endless ads

Actor Mark Margolis, murderous drug kingpin on ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Better Call Saul,’ dies at 83

Syndicated show-dependent Comedy Central to release a TV movie

music

A rousing blend of new and old at the Newport Jazz Festival

In Boston, country star Tyler Childers stands out for all the right reasons

Weekend-long, multi-genre music festival is Zoe Sparks’ Boston bon voyage

Theater/Dance

Coming to Jacob’s Pillow: a balletic Bowie joyride

Dancing five decades of hip-hop at Jacob’s Pillow

A restless daughter makes waves in Reagle’s ‘Little Mermaid’

globe local

Worrell brothers, one a councilor and one a state representative, open joint Dorchester office for ‘top-notch constituent services’

Fire destroys multiple homes along beachfront in Scituate

Reading harpist returns to hometown for performance with the US Air Force Concert Band

Obituaries

Mae Arnette, jazz singer known as ‘Boston’s first lady of song,’ dies at 91

Leny Andrade, ‘first lady of Brazilian jazz,’ dies at 80

Obama recalls the lasting influence of Harvard Law professor Charles Ogletree