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Thursday, May 22, 2025
Today's Headlines

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Massachusetts

We asked a mix of New England voters about Trump’s immigration policy. Almost all had concerns.

The Trump administration’s decision to sweep up unauthorized immigrants and students has sparked public outcries and protests across the country. Continue reading →

Politics

A self-imposed deadline on a ‘beautiful bill’ sends Congress into familiar territory: Chaos

In the hyper-sensitive see-saw that is Speaker Mike Johnson’s GOP conference, pleasing one vital faction often means antagonizing another. Continue reading →

Health

Mass. officials are scrambling to stem the wave of older adults losing their homes

An ominous wave of older adults in Massachusetts who are homeless or barely scraping by has prompted calls for urgent action. Continue reading →

Investigations

How a $2,500 annual bonus became a $40,000-a-year perk for Everett mayor

The Everett City Council is considering suing Mayor Carlo DeMaria to force him to pay back $180,000 in oversized longevity bonuses. Continue reading →

Politics

Federal judge in Boston says the Trump administration violated a court order on deportations to third countries

A group of eight migrants was flown out of the United States just hours after getting notice, leaving them no chance to contact lawyers to object in court, the judge said. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

Trump administration pulls back from local police oversight across US

The Trump administration moved Wednesday to scrap proposed agreements for federal oversight of police departments in Minneapolis and Louisville as part of a broader abandonment of efforts by previous administrations to overhaul local law enforcement across the United States. Continue reading →

Politics

Trump confronts South African leader with baseless claims of the systematic killing of white farmers

Experts say there is no evidence of whites being targeted for their race in South Africa. Trump has already cut all assistance to the country and welcomed several dozen white farmers as refugees. Continue reading →

Nation

Survivors of clergy sexual abuse turn up calls for reforms from new pope’s American hometown

The group amplified calls for a zero-tolerance policy and raised questions about Leo XIV’s history of dealing with accused priests from Chicago to Australia. Continue reading →

The World

World

Israel said it eased its blockade, but Palestinians are still waiting for food

Dozens of trucks ferrying supplies have crossed into Gaza at the Israeli-controlled border crossing of Kerem Shalom, according to Israel. But the United Nations has so far been unable to move any trucks from Kerem Shalom to warehouses inside Gaza. Continue reading →

World

A suicide car bomber strikes a school bus in southwestern Pakistan, killing 5 people

No group immediately claimed responsibility for the attack but suspicion is likely to fall on ethnic Baloch separatists, who frequently target security forces and civilians in the region. Continue reading →

World

Bust of Doors singer Jim Morrison that was stolen in 1988 is found

Jim Morrison died in Paris in 1971, and was buried there. A bust was added to his grave 10 years later, only to be stolen, but police have found it. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

Columns

Don’t blink. The arrest of a lawmaker is a constitutional crisis in motion.

The arrest of Representative LaMonica McIver is proof that the constitutional crisis is escalating. Continue reading →

Editorials

Rezone Devens to build more housing

New state report leaves many questions unanswered. Continue reading →

Columns

Out of Boston City Hall love spat come serious questions for Wu

Questions arising from this messy incident are not easily swept away. Continue reading →

Metro

Crime & Courts

Former Mafia ‘street boss’ was plotting to kill federal officials, prosecutors say

Prosecutors allege statements made by Ralph DeLeo when he was still in prison in 2014 “demonstrate the resentment he harbors over his conviction.” Continue reading →

Massachusetts

Uncle of George Floyd speaks at State House rally five years after nephew’s murder

Even after nationwide protests following his nephew’s killing, and federal and state legislation banning chokeholds and no-knock warrants, police misconduct continues to be too high, Selwyn Jones said. Continue reading →

Politics

Massachusetts has already collected $2.6b in ‘millionaires tax’ cash, surging past state projections

With two months still left in the fiscal year, the voter-approved surtax has generated $2.6 billion in revenue, Healey administration officials said, already topping what the state collected all of last year. Continue reading →

Sports

Red Sox

Liam Hendriks is confused about his role, but it was clear in Red Sox’ loss to Mets

Hendriks allowed three runs in the seveth inning and took the loss. Continue reading →

High Schools

For many high school seniors, these games mark the end of an incredible journey that they’ll miss for years to come

The majority of seniors playing sports this spring will retire from team competition before the middle of June. Continue reading →

Patriots

In keeping the Tush Push for 2025, NFL owners remind Roger Goodell he’s an employee, not the boss

Goodell and NFL officials did their best to hide their disappointment that the Tush Push will remain a legal play after coming up just two votes short. Continue reading →

Business

Housing

Boston worries it won’t be able to cover rent hikes for Section 8 recipients as federal funding dries up

The city's Housing Authority has asked landlords who rent to 18,000 of the city’s poorest households to avoid raising rents this year. Continue reading →

AI/Robotics

AI that thinks for itself: Can we trust it?

The new Chinese AI tool Manus hints at the power of "agentic AI" systems, in which the software figures out what you need, with minimal human assistance. Continue reading →

Business

No smog, no noise at an all-electric truck showcase in South Natick

State officials organized the event to woo potential truck buyers away from diesel models. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Steve Kiner, Patriots linebacker who was open about drug use, dies at 77

Mr. Kiner was an undersized linebacker with an oversized personality. A college Hall of Famer, he had his best years with the Houston Oilers. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

Arts

Are the rumors true that former Patriots coach Bill Belichick and girlfriend Jordon Hudson are engaged?

Rumors swirl around Bill Belichick's engagement to Jordon Hudson, with speculation surrounding the meaning of his boat's new name. Continue reading →

Lifestyle

Nine ways to kick off summer in Boston this Memorial Day weekend

Music outdoors and indoors, classic food, free art and culture, and more to get you in the summer spirit. Continue reading →

Lifestyle

A sad gas station becomes a happy gathering space in Jamaica Plain

Making Sad Things Happy and Roundhead Brewing team up for a new weekend destination. Continue reading →