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Brockton City Council votes to ban homeless encampments
Supporters said rampant homelessness has led to quality-of-life issues in the downtown area, and it’s become a matter of cleanliness, public safety and public health for residents, business owners, and children walking to school.

‘Well worth the effort and wait’: Long-awaited legislative compromise on economic bill paves way for Revs soccer stadium
The long-awaited action comes as voters took to the ballot box last week and loudly demonstrated their dissatisfaction with lawmakers via overwhelming support for a ballot measure challenging how they do business, and Democrats more broadly.

Obituary
‘Some days... it’s like milk... you can’t see anything.’ Lynn Woods brush fire among dozens raging in Mass.
Officials on Tuesday urged Massachusetts residents and businesses to conserve water and not have open flames on their property or elsewhere, as firefighters continued to try to contain dozens of wildfires across the state.

Three women injured by falling tree suing owner of neighboring home for ‘entirely preventable’ incident

The women “have experienced unimaginable suffering and pain," their lawyers said.

Bruins 3, Blues 2
Bruins erase two-goal deficit, beat Blues on late David Pastrnak strike
The teams face off for a rematch Saturday afternoon in Boston.

Bruins defenseman Hampus Lindholm exits after blocking shot in win over Blues

HAWKS 117, CELTICS 116
Despite 37 points from Jaylen Brown, Celtics unable to close out Hawks in NBA Cup opener
Facing an undermanned, seemingly overmatched Atlanta squad, Boston played one of its sloppiest games of this season and lost its NBA Cup opener.

There was little mystery as to why this loss caught up to the Celtics

Controversial prison health care company Wellpath declares bankruptcy

Services will continue, but hundreds of lawsuits are stayed, according to the company and legal experts.

Two Mass. hikers rescued after getting lost and falling on trail in the White Mountains

Elderly woman dies after her car gets stuck in the woods, catches fire in Sandwich, authorities say

Maine’s kelp forests, a foundation for marine life, face ‘widespread collapse’ as oceans warm

Temperatures have become too warm in the southern parts of the Gulf of Maine for kelp forests, a foundation for marine life. Much kelp has disappeared and been replaced by red algae.

Trump and Harris bypassed mainstream media. So did Latino voters.
The growing demographic group turns to social media for news more than other demographic groups, research shows.

Trump inherits a healthy economy, experts agree, and he could get credit when Americans eventually feel better

Inflation continues to come down, but it will take six to 12 months for average Americans to feel the effects.
Trump’s recess demand is early test of prospects for more radical second term

Trump has made many pledges about Day One of his presidency. But can he carry them out?

The former president said late last year that he would not govern as a dictator “except for Day One.” He also said he wants to “close the border, and I want to drill, drill, drill.”
Trump continues fast-paced nominations, with Hegseth as defense secretary, Noem at homeland security. Trump says Musk and Ramaswamy will form outside group to advise White House on ‘government efficiency’

Donald Trump made big gains in Boston compared to 2020. These maps show where.

 See where New England took the sharpest turn toward Trump

Mass. Democrats championed a new gun law. It’s drawn a wave of backlash from pro-gun groups and voters.

‘What could be better than having free land?: How 112,000 publicly owned acres could help solve the housing crisis
A new report estimates that developing just a fraction of publicly owned land in Greater Boston could make room for 85,000 new homes.

THE GREAT DIVIDE

‘I want to scream, but I can’t.’ The hidden world of special education settlements in Mass.

Hundreds of Massachusetts parents of students with special needs have been forced to sign nondisclosure agreements to secure the free and appropriate education their children are legally entitled to.
The wealthy have unfair advantages when getting specialized education for their kids. Here’s what the state can do.

‘An information challenge’: Buttigieg talks Biden administration disconnect, misinformation at Harvard event

"We’ve got to be real about the extent to which many people truly are experiencing economic pain right now and they’re upset with the administration," Buttigieg told an audience Tuesday night at the Institute of Politics at the Kennedy school.
DEVRA FIRST

When a restaurant critic gets food poisoning, people joke about occupational hazards. But is that really fair?

I had an all-night reservation at Chez WC, ever-so-many thanks to the worst case of food poisoning I have ever had. But is it really an occupational hazard?
Opinion
IDEAS | RICHARD V. REEVES

Boosting men doesn’t come at women’s expense

Democrats have barely acknowledged how much American men are struggling.
JEFF JACOBY

The ‘Jew hunt’ in Amsterdam was no anomaly
LETTERS

Life after the MCAS requirement
EDITORIAL

The voters spoke, and they want more scrutiny of the Legislature
Timothy Snyder

Trump risks unraveling world order with his Ukraine approach

More recent News

Schools in three North Shore districts remain closed Wednesday
The strikes in the three districts are locking out nearly 10,000 students from their classrooms.

Donald Trump made big gains in Boston compared to 2020. These maps show where.
In all 22 Boston wards, Trump’s vote shares grew, data show.

Jack Teixeira, National Guardsman, sentenced to 15 years for leaking classified information
Teixeira, of Dighton, has been held without bail since his arrest in April 2023. He pleaded guilty in March.

NASA astronaut Suni Williams responds to rumors surrounding her health in space
Needham native and NASA astronaut Suni Williams reassured the public on Tuesday that she is remains in good health aboard the International Space Station despite a media report suggesting she was sick.

Roy Haynes, a Roxbury native and sublime, inventive jazz drummer, dies at 99
“The father of modern drumming,” the guitarist Pat Metheny once called Mr. Haynes, who was the recipient of several Grammy awards.

A kayaker was missing for months as authorities searched for his body. Now, they say he faked his own death.
When a thorough search of the lake came up empty, investigators used digital forensics and made a startling discovery.

Recommended reads

Books

Taylor Swift is ‘up there’ with the Beatles and Bob Dylan, says Rolling Stone’s Rob Sheffield

The author reads from his brand new book, “Heartbreak Is the National Anthem: How Taylor Swift Reinvented Pop Music” at local bookstores.

christopher l. gasper
Patriots certainly appear to have found their leader in Drake Maye
All indications are that he can be a franchise quarterback, and that by itself means this season is a success.

‘American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez’ finale recap: Who killed Aaron Hernandez?
The last episode of the FX drama dives into the factors that led to Hernandez's death.

‘Some days... it’s like milk... you can’t see anything.’ Lynn Woods brush fire among dozens raging in Mass.
Officials on Tuesday urged Massachusetts residents and businesses to conserve water and not have open flames on their property or elsewhere, as firefighters continued to try to contain dozens of wildfires across the state.

Culture & Lifestyle

That time she manifested her ideal man

My Chemical Romance marches into Fenway Park next year with ‘The Black Parade’ tour

In Amherst, the Eric Carle Museum celebrates 50 years of empowering children with ‘Free to Be… You and Me’ exhibit

Eat it, then bead it: Artist Linda Dolack turns iconic Mass.-made foods and candy into art

Special Projects

Where do the 2023-24 Celtics stand among the greatest teams in NBA history?

Data show that these Celtics are truly extraordinary, a team of uncommon prowess on both ends of the court
HIGH & DRY

Priced out: How Boston’s broken liquor license system drives chefs from the city

A stubbornly high price tag for serving alcohol hurts thousands of hospitality workers, aspiring restaurateurs, and the city itself.
Interactive map

Pothole season is upon us. See which neighborhoods have the most reports

Boston’s 311 data provides a day-by-day look at the condition of the city’s streets and sidewalks, which neighborhoods are hit hardest, and just how fast repairs are made.

Nightmare in Mission Hill

The story of how a murder in Mission Hill — the Carol Stuart shooting — terrorized and wounded a community of innocent people.

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

RENÉE GRAHAM

The hypocritical politics of identity politics
CARINE HAJJAR

Seth Moulton isn’t backing down. Good.
SCOT LEHIGH

Geoengineering can help save the planet
EDITORIAL

Why use an ambulance when an SUV will do?
MARCELA GARCÍA

How Trump grew his Latino support in Massachusetts
IDEAS

Blueprints for a new downtown Boston

Metro

‘My mom never talked about this.’ Menopause care is the hottest new workplace benefit

From support groups to nutritionists and sex coaches, companies are adding perks to help midlife women manage their symptoms.
Forecast | Dave Epstein

Blue skies but brisk: New England braces for colder temps as red flag warning continues

The best chance for any showers is going to come Friday night, but mainly up north.
RI FOOD & DINING

‘It’s just time’: Owners of Tortilla Flats, a Providence institution, list restaurant for sale for $1.3m

From server to owner: Couple bids farewell to Tortilla Flats.

Democrats in N.H. brace for ‘more challenging’ legislative term with stronger GOP

Regardless of how the recounts turn out, Republicans have enlarged their majority in the New Hampshire House and Senate, bolstering their legislative muscle.

Sports

christopher l. gasper

Patriots certainly appear to have found their leader in Drake Maye

All indications are that he can be a franchise quarterback, and that by itself means this season is a success.
red sox

Who are the free agent position players the Red Sox should be looking at?

One player who seems to bring everything the Red Sox need is Teoscar Hernández — and he is available
Bruins 3, Blues 2

Bruins erase two-goal deficit, beat Blues on late David Pastrnak strike

The teams face off for a rematch Saturday afternoon in Boston.
Bruins

Bruins defenseman Hampus Lindholm exits after blocking shot in win over Blues
GARY WASHBURN | ON BASKETBALL

There was little mystery as to why this loss caught up to the Celtics
HAWKS 117, CELTICS 116

Despite 37 points from Jaylen Brown, Celtics unable to close out Hawks in NBA Cup opener

Business

ADDRESS

Ask the Remodeler: Should you clean your air ducts? Add gutter guards?

Send your home improvement and maintenance questions to [email protected].
ADDRESS

Gen X home buyers: Key features you should prioritize for your next property

One of the most important considerations for someone looking to live out the rest of their lives in their home is single-floor living.

Trump and Harris bypassed mainstream media. So did Latino voters.
ADDRESS

A Medford gut-renovated condo near the Green Line is our Home of the Week. Price: $799k
magazine
Globe Magazine

A woman with cancer needed a miracle from a stranger. A veteran in pain needed one, too.
PERSPECTIVE

Puerto Ricans have fought for the US since WWI. They must never be forgotten.
Globe Magazine

‘I lied to you about something big’: Confessions of Shelby Hewitt, high school imposter
Globe Magazine

‘Give them a little trouble.’ The women mechanics overhauling the auto industry.

metro

It’s time for Mayor Smiley to pay up for Providence schools

‘An information challenge’: Buttigieg talks Biden administration disconnect, misinformation at Harvard event

Brockton City Council votes to ban homeless encampments

sports

OG Anunoby leads Knicks past struggling 76ers in Joel Embiid’s debut

Oregon tops Week 2 College Football Playoff rankings; Georgia drops out of bracket

With a forceful finish, Bridget Connelly shoots Norwood field hockey back into Division 2 title game

business

A diminished Joe Biden heads to APEC summit in Peru, overshadowed by China’s Xi

JetBlue, American hint at revived partnership despite court loss

Stop & Shop, Hannaford hit by cybersecurity disruption, parent company says

politics

Trump has made many pledges about Day One of his presidency. But can he carry them out?

Trump and Harris bypassed mainstream media. So did Latino voters.

Trump’s recess demand is early test of prospects for more radical second term

Nation

Trump continues fast-paced nominations, with Hegseth as defense secretary, Noem at homeland security. And Elon Musk will co-lead effort on ‘government efficiency’

Chronic brain trauma is extensive in Navy’s elite speedboat crews

Oil companies face a new fine for methane. Trump could scrap it.

World

Russia strikes Kyiv with a combined drone and missile attack, the first in months

At UN’s COP29 climate talks, nations big and small get chance to bear witness to climate change

She beat the odds to upend a male political dynasty in Japan

opinion

Why Trump’s rhetoric resonated with some Dominican Americans

Seth Moulton isn’t backing down. Good.

Silent comics speak volumes

lifestyle

That time she manifested her ideal man

Mass. high court rules that in a breakup, the engagement ring goes to the person who gave it. Two reporters discuss.

Veterans with PTSD making progress thanks to service dog program

food & dining

‘It’s just time’: Owners of Tortilla Flats, a Providence institution, list restaurant for sale for $1.3m

Walk up and down Lisbon’s hills for its famous pastry: pastel de nata

Stress-free desserts: Chocolate terrine and warm pouding chômeur

travel

There are 10,000 reasons to smile in Australia’s criminally overlooked wild west

A holiday tradition, a cloud forest getaway, and a facial mask for travelers

Mentalist Vinny DePonto on a good journal, early morning flights, and the Notes app

Arts

In Amherst, the Eric Carle Museum celebrates 50 years of empowering children with ‘Free to Be… You and Me’ exhibit

Eat it, then bead it: Artist Linda Dolack turns iconic Mass.-made foods and candy into art

At Mass MoCA, Jeffrey Gibson brings difference into the light

Books

Taylor Swift is ‘up there’ with the Beatles and Bob Dylan, says Rolling Stone’s Rob Sheffield

Kristen Tracy reads for research, pleasure, and sometimes her favorite neighbor

With his dreamlike love letter to libraries, Murakami is back

Movies

Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin hit the road — in Poland — in bittersweet dramedy ‘A Real Pain’

Here’s how you can be an extra in Zendaya and Robert Pattinson’s new movie filming in Boston

Before grainy smartphone concert footage, there was Arthur Freedman

Television

‘American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez’ finale recap: Who killed Aaron Hernandez?

Stephen Nedoroscik talks 2028 Olympics, ‘Dancing with the Stars’ and getting noticed for the first time in his hometown bar

Now we know how ‘Yellowstone’ solved Kevin Costner’s departure

music

Taylor Swift is ‘up there’ with the Beatles and Bob Dylan, says Rolling Stone’s Rob Sheffield

My Chemical Romance marches into Fenway Park next year with ‘The Black Parade’ tour

With a staged concert, BLO takes ‘Aida’ back to basics

Theater/Dance

'Tartuffe' finds new resonance, and an antic comic tone to match

Palaver Strings and little house dance deliver an interactive ‘Noisefloor’ to the ICA

‘Sojourners’ rises to the challenge — and beyond — of launching a nine-play cycle

Health

About 30% of women are reinfected with a UTI within a year. This R.I. professor is looking for a way to change that.

Why is Lifespan buying hospitals in Massachusetts instead of saving two in Rhode Island?

R.I. Life Science Hub still in negotiations to develop lab incubator space: ‘In the business world... things moved a lot faster’

Obituaries

Roy Haynes, a Roxbury native and sublime, inventive jazz drummer, dies at 99

Gerry Faust, the former head football coach at Notre Dame, has died at 89

Hama Amadou, West African political ‘phoenix,’ dies at 74