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USS Massachusetts, First Submarine Named After Bay State, Joins Navy Fleet

The newest Virginia-class fast attack submarine was commissioned in Boston Harbor, marking a proud moment for the state and its maritime history.

USS Massachusetts, First Submarine Named After Bay State, Joins Navy Fleet

The newest Virginia-class fast attack submarine was christened by former Meta COO Sheryl Sandberg and is the fifth U.S. Navy vessel named after the state.

USS Massachusetts, First Submarine Named After Bay State, Joins Navy Fleet

The newest Virginia-class fast attack submarine was christened in 2023 and commissioned on Saturday in Boston Harbor.

Boston Councilor Calls for Probe Into Luxury Home Tax Assessments

Concerns raised that city is under-assessing high-value properties while overtaxing less affluent neighborhoods

Huntington News Editor to Testify at Boston City Council Hearing on Northeastern Transparency

Emily Spatz to discuss the student newspaper's difficulty in getting information from the university administration.

Boston Marks 250th Anniversary of Evacuation Day

Special ceremony and memorial service to be held in South Boston and Dorchester Heights

Alleged Drunken Trooper Coverup Heats Up Middlesex DA Race

Marian Ryan faces reelection challenge amid scandal involving fatal crash by her top investigator

Warren Backs Outsider Over Maine Governor in Senate Race

Democratic primary contest between Platner and Mills heats up with high-profile endorsement

Philadelphia Finalist to Host 2028 Democratic National Convention

City last hosted event in 2016 as one of five finalists announced by DNC

Thousands rally at Boston's No Kings protest

Large crowd gathers at Boston Common to voice opposition to proposed monarchy

Thousands March in Boston 'No Kings' Protest

Growing wave of discontent with Trump administration's policies fuels large-scale demonstrations across the U.S.

International Women's Day Marks 115 Years of Progress and Calls for Action

Women worldwide hold 64% of the legal rights that men have, according to United Nations data.

Boston University shooting, synagogue attack raise security concerns

Iran's new leader vows to block Strait of Hormuz, rattling global economy

Massachusetts Couple Stranded in Israel Amid Iran War

Nonprofit organization helping evacuate Americans from the Middle East as conflict continues

Mass. Families Stuck in Middle East Amid Iran War

Sen. Markey calls on Trump administration to evacuate Americans from the region