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TSA Agents at Logan Airport Go Unpaid During Shutdown

Partial government shutdown leaves TSA workers without paychecks, raising concerns about travel disruptions and public safety.

Massachusetts State Auditor Continues Fight to Audit Legislature

DiZoglio has faced pushback from legislative leaders despite voter support for the effort.

Trump Issues Executive Order to Boost Controversial Herbicide Glyphosate, Sparking MAHA Backlash

The move aims to ensure adequate supply of glyphosate, a key ingredient in Roundup, but faces criticism from the Republican-aligned Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement.

Surgeon General Nominee Questioned on Trump's Glyphosate Order

Dr. Casey Means faces scrutiny over her past comments on the potential health risks of the weedkiller ingredient.

Former Harvard President Larry Summers Resigns After Epstein Revelations

Summers will leave his teaching role at the end of the academic year amid ongoing review of his ties to the disgraced financier.

Passengers Stranded on Grounded ICE Deportation Flight for Over 15 Hours

Detainees were provided food and medical care during lengthy tarmac delay in Boston

FBI Director Patel Accused of Misusing Bureau's Jet for Personal Trips

Whistleblowers allege Patel's travel schedule and decision-making hindered FBI responses to high-profile investigations

JetBlue the Poodle Mix Finds Furever Home After Owner Abandonment

The dog was left tied to a JetBlue ticketing counter when his owner failed to complete paperwork to fly with him.

RFK Jr. Shifts Stance on Pesticides, Backs Trump Order

Kennedy's support for Trump's move to boost glyphosate production sparks backlash from MAHA activists

RFK Jr. Backs Pesticide Production After Years of Fighting It

Kennedy's shift to support Trump's executive order on glyphosate production raises concerns among his environmental activist base.

White House Holds News Briefing as Partial Government Shutdown Continues

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to address ongoing budget impasse between Congress and the White House.

Groups Sue to Block Trump Administration's Removal of History, Science Info from National Parks

Lawsuit alleges sustained campaign to erase history and undermine science at national parks and monuments

TSA Workers Frustrated as DHS Shutdown Threatens Paychecks

Shutdown comes as TSA still recovers from last year's 40-day closure, raising fears of worker exodus.

Trump Administration Sues Harvard Over Admissions Probe

Lawsuit accuses university of failing to comply with federal investigation into race-based admissions policies.

Trump Administration Sues Harvard Over Admissions Probe

Lawsuit alleges university failed to comply with federal investigation into use of race in admissions process.

Trump Administration Revokes Key Climate Change Finding

Experts say the move has no basis in fact or law, despite claims from Trump and EPA chief Zeldin.

Trump Administration Revokes Key Scientific Finding on Climate Change

President Trump and EPA Administrator Zeldin make false claims about the endangerment finding and climate change impacts

Gov. Healey Vows to Tackle School Funding Challenges

Tough budget decisions come as residents need help with rising costs

Cousin Joe's Founding Fathers Would Rebuke Today's President

The author reflects on how the Founding Fathers would view the current U.S. president's actions and policies.

Partial Government Shutdown Leaves Uncertainty in Its Wake

Four-day shutdown highlights how political deadlines can disrupt daily life and public services

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