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Healey Challenges RFK Jr.'s Dunkin', Starbucks Ingredient Concerns
Governor says 'Come and Take It' in response to Kennedy's potential ingredient restrictions

Federal Board Recommends Selling Historic Coast Guard Building on Boston Waterfront
The circa-1918 structure is one of 11 federal properties nationwide identified as candidates for disposition.
Mass. Congressional Delegation Blasts Noem After Trump Fires Homeland Security Boss
Lawmakers celebrate the ouster of Kristi Noem, the former Homeland Security secretary, but warn that deeper reforms are needed.
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Mar. 2, 2026
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.
Feb. 27, 2026
Massachusetts State Auditor Continues Fight to Audit Legislature
DiZoglio has faced pushback from legislative leaders despite voter support for the effort.
Feb. 26, 2026
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.
Feb. 25, 2026
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.
Feb. 25, 2026
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.
Feb. 25, 2026
Passengers Stranded on Grounded ICE Deportation Flight for Over 15 Hours
Detainees were provided food and medical care during lengthy tarmac delay in Boston
Feb. 24, 2026
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
Feb. 24, 2026
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.
Feb. 24, 2026
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
Feb. 23, 2026
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.
Feb. 21, 2026
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.
Feb. 21, 2026
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
Feb. 15, 2026
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.
Feb. 13, 2026
Trump Administration Sues Harvard Over Admissions Probe
Lawsuit accuses university of failing to comply with federal investigation into race-based admissions policies.
Feb. 13, 2026
Trump Administration Sues Harvard Over Admissions Probe
Lawsuit alleges university failed to comply with federal investigation into use of race in admissions process.
Feb. 13, 2026
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.
Feb. 13, 2026
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
Feb. 12, 2026
Gov. Healey Vows to Tackle School Funding Challenges
Tough budget decisions come as residents need help with rising costs
Feb. 10, 2026
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.
Feb. 9, 2026
Partial Government Shutdown Leaves Uncertainty in Its Wake
Four-day shutdown highlights how political deadlines can disrupt daily life and public services