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July 28, 2026
Massachusetts Bill Would Let Muslim Commission Recommend People for Government Jobs
Massachusetts Bill Would Let Muslim Commission Recommend People for Government Jobs
By Tom Joyce
A Massachusetts bill would create a permanent Muslim commission to fight “Islamophobia,” advise state leaders and recommend Muslims for government posts.
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Massachusetts Senate Could Take Up Bill Allowing Abortions Past 24 Weeks for Any Reason This Week
Massachusetts Senate Could Take Up Bill Allowing Abortions Past 24 Weeks for Any Reason This Week
By State House News Service
State Senator Cindy Friedman says the Massachusetts Senate is working on a bill that would loosen restrictions on abortions after 24 weeks.
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Used Drug Needles Keep Turning Up Near Boston Children’s Museum As City Hands Out Thousands Per Month
Used Drug Needles Keep Turning Up Near Boston Children’s Museum As City Hands Out Thousands Per Month
By Tom Joyce
Boston 311 records show repeated reports of used needles near Boston Children’s Museum and Martin’s Park as the city distributes 81,000 syringes a month.
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Massachusetts Commissioner Complains About High Healthcare Costs After Approving 10.4% Insurance Rate Hike
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Massachusetts Commissioner Complains About High Healthcare Costs After Approving 10.4% Insurance Rate Hike
By State House News Service
One day after Massachusetts approved an average 10.4% health insurance premium increase for 2027, Insurance Commissioner Michael Caljouw said the state's healthcare system is…
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Worcester Red Sox Pitcher Seth Martinez Talks World Series Ring, Pedro Martinez, Striking Out Shohei Ohtani
Worcester Red Sox Pitcher Seth Martinez Talks World Series Ring, Pedro Martinez, Striking Out Shohei Ohtani
By Tom Joyce
Worcester Red Sox pitcher Seth Martinez talks about his World Series ring, his parents, Dustin Pedroia, Pedro Martinez and facing Shohei Ohtani.
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