February 6, 2026

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Why Trump is talking about taking over elections — and the big reason it matters for Mass.

Secretary of State Bill Galvin told MassLive he's "extremely concerned" about what the president is planning for the 2026 midterms and beyond.

By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com

ICE deportations derail Boston child rape cases, prevents convictions

After a 13-year-old girl and her family spoke out about her rape in January, the man accused was deported by ICE. Now, she may never see justice in her case.

By Irene Rotondo | IRotondo@masslive.com

Mass. man tried to bribe employee to vandalize boat involved in racist incident, police say

David McPartlan is accused of firing an employee who refused to vandalize a boat belonging to a victim of a racist attack at Lake Shirley during Memorial Day weekend.

By Luis Fieldman | lfieldman@masslive.com

7 unique spots in Mass. to watch the Super Bowl that aren’t just a sports bar

Here are seven spots that go beyond your normal bar setting and offer something extra for the Super Bowl.

By Nick O'Malley | nomalley@masslive.com

Patriots legends on the tale of two Super Bowl defenses

Devin McCourty and Rob Gronkowski are big on both defenses in Super Bowl 60.

By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com

Patriots newly elected Hall of Famer says team in good hands with Mike Vrabel and Drake Maye

Patriots legend Adam Vinatieri got to spend some time with the Patriots out in Denver and came away impressed.

By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com

Boston Celtics acquire John Tonje in Chris Boucher trade

The Celtics made four separate trades during deadline week, getting under the luxury tax.

By Souichi Terada | sterada@masslive.com