March 16, 2026

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Poll: 84% of Mass. residents want more action to reduce housing costs

A new poll of Massachusetts voters found that the vast majority, 84%, want the state legislature to do more to build more housing and reduce housing costs.

By Tréa Lavery | TLavery@masslive.com

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Are Central Mass. students meeting reading, writing standards? See town-by-town list

The MCAS English language arts exam tests how students are doing relative to grade-level standards in reading, writing and language skills/ See how Worcester County school districts performed on the exam in 2025.

By Gustavo Atencio Flores | For MassLive

As tax-cut ballot battle looms, Healey sees risk. Business leaders see relief | Bay State Briefing

Business groups have poured $1.6 million into the campaign, citing affordability concerns, as Gov. Healey calls the tax cut counterproductive to economic success.

By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com

‘One Battle After Another’ wins best picture at 98th Academy Awards

Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” has been crowned best picture at the 98th Academy Awards. Jessie Buckley won best actress and Michael B. Jordan won best actor at the 98th Academy Awards.

By The Associated Press

Roman Anthony is living a life that we can’t even imagine — and carrying his team to the WBC final| Sean McAdam

The young Red Sox outfielder continues to amaze with his play in the World Baseball Classic.

By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com

Patriots free agency 2026: How New England is remodeling after Super Bowl 60

With 20 open roster spots and 11 draft picks ahead, Mike Vrabel's Patriots are betting on youth and upside to build on their Super Bowl run

By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com

Red Sox Garrett Whitlock’s dominant eighth inning big part of Team USA’s victory

Last season, Garrett Whitlock was among the very best set-up men in the game. On Sunday as part of the WBC, it was more of the same.

By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com