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Will Boston get snow? Tuesday storm to bring mixed weather to Mass.

This won't end up being a blockbuster storm. But in true New England style, there will be a little rain, a little snow and a lot of variability.

12-02
03:11

83 years after deadly Cocoanut Grove fire, descendants of those killed remember who they lost

Fire ripped through the club, killing nearly 500 people and injuring hundreds more. It remains the deadliest fire in Boston history, and the deadliest nightclub fire in U.S. history. For those left behind, their losses remain raw, even 83 years later.

12-01
04:17

How the 3 major Republican candidates for Massachusetts governor say they'd deal with Trump

The Trump administration has hit Massachusetts with ICE raids, cut funding to crucial economic sectors and battled with local universities. Gov. Maura Healey has used her office to push back against Trump. But what if it was a fellow Republican leading the state?

11-25
04:50

As Mass. pushes for big batteries on the grid, some communities push back

Massachusetts officials says batteries will bring down energy costs and help the grid run on more renewables. But there's a growing movement of people who say they don't want this technology in their city or town.

11-20
04:59

Despite past controversies, Larry Summers has kept a hold in elite circles

Larry Summers has seen his share of controversy, and up to now, he's bounced back. But the scandal engulfing those with ties to Jeffrey Epstein is, for now, derailing the high-profile economist at the university where he was once a hard-charging president. Summers is taking a leave from teaching.

11-20
04:57

Merriam-Webster goes old school with first new hardcover Collegiate dictionary in 22 years

Merriam-Webster, the country’s oldest dictionary publisher which is headquartered in Springfield, just released an updated Collegiate edition with 5,000 new entries.

11-18
04:58

Inside the Norman Rockwell Museum — and the distortions of his art

The artist produced some of the most enduring images of the 20th century. A recent dustup over the use of his paintings by the Department of Homeland Security reveals that his work is still a potent symbol of American identity — one in which people of all political stripes see themselves reflected.

11-17
04:54

After the shutdown: Democrats are divided, but may have gained ground

As the longest government shutdown in U.S. history came to an end, some Democrats are still angry the party caved to Republicans. But some lawmakers and political observers say the fight was worth it.

11-14
04:55

Winslow Homer's rarely seen watercolors

For the first time in nearly half a century, a trove of vibrant watercolors is on display at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, showcasing the artist's deep connection to Boston and New England.

11-12
04:55

Some Mass. public universities enroll fewer international students, citing visa restrictions

This fall, 1,227 international students attend the University of Massachusetts, Boston. That figure is down about 17% — or about 250 students — since a year ago.

11-10
03:49

3 takeaways from Boston's election night

City Hall reporter Eve Zuckoff joined WBUR's All Things Considered to share three takeaways from Tuesday night.

11-06
05:02

Mass. residents line up for food donations to fill SNAP gap

Massachusetts residents who receive SNAP benefits may get about half their usual monthly payment of $324, on average. Food pantries are trying to do more to help. Recipients say they're eating less and trying to stretch food donations.

11-03
05:00

Quincy's Mayor Koch, in 7th term, looks to quell controversies before council election

The seven-term mayor enjoys largely unchecked power, with a city council that rarely pushes back on his agenda. But nearly every council seat is being challenged on Election Day.

11-03
08:00

Worcester Food Bank works to keep up with demand during SNAP freeze

Area groups are trying to make up some of the loss in SNAP federal food assistance that started Saturday. The Worcester County Food Bank distributes food to meal programs, shelters and food pantries across the region.

11-03
03:49

In Maine, Platner controversies highlight rift in Democrat's plan forward

The controversies around Maine's Graham Platner are resurfacing difficult conversations among Democrats about who gives them the best chance to recapture the House and Senate.

11-01
04:48

Physicists at Boston University drop pumpkins from the roof. For science

Boston University community members gathered around at lunchtime Friday to watch pumpkins fall off a roof.

10-31
02:49

Elizabeth Warren takes her dog's Halloween costume seriously

Cog editor Cloe Axelson interviewed Sen. Elizabeth Warren, and her dog Bailey, who's dressing up as Stephen Colbert for Halloween this year. They talked about dogs, political humor in a democracy, and why she keeps moving.

10-31
07:28

With end to SNAP looming, a Western Mass. farmers market braces for more hunger

Helen Kahn, who runs the weekly market for Grow Food Northampton, said a third of all market sales are from SNAP purchases.

10-30
04:57

A pastor races a track coach for the Boston City Council's only open seat

Said Ahmed and the Rev. Miniard Culpepper are both political newcomers battling to fill the seat of disgraced former councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson in District 7, an area that includes high poverty rates, low homeownership and poor health outcomes.

10-30
05:00

Nearly half of Gov. Healey's cabinet has turned over as she heads into an election year

Gov. Maura Healey’s cabinet has seen major turnover this year, in roles from veteran services to transportation, as the first-term Democrat faces reelection in 2026 and a continuing onslaught from the Trump administration on federal funding, energy and health care.

10-28
02:51

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