Healey seeks Massachusetts share of New England utility refunds
The governor asked Eversource, National Grid and Unitil for a state-specific accounting and payment schedule by Oct. 27.
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Water damage cancels classes at West Somerville school
Water damaged several classrooms at West Somerville Neighborhood School, canceling classes and after-school activities Tuesday, Oct. 13. Officials were targeting a Wednesday return.
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Worcester sends smart-glasses policy proposal for further review
The School Committee referred a proposed restriction on certain wearable devices to a subcommittee. The draft has not been adopted.
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First Circuit Leaves 13 ACIP Appointments Stayed After Hearing
The appeals court heard the administration’s challenge on Oct. 6 but issued no ruling. Separate stays on committee votes and a CDC schedule memo also remain in effect.
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Federal judge blocks loyalty question for civil-service applicants
A federal judge temporarily halted OPM’s political-priorities question for many federal job applicants while unions’ challenge proceeds.
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Boston directs $3.3 million in one-time aid to health centers as MassHealth changes loom
Boston is using remaining ARPA funds to give 10 community health centers and the Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers $3.3 million as MassHealth eligibility, renewal and work rules change.
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Twenty States Sue Over Trump Rules Narrowing Species Protections
Twenty states and D.C. sued over Endangered Species Act changes affecting habitat harm, threatened-species protections and critical-habitat decisions.
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Second federal judge blocks mail-ballot rule as Supreme Court weighs dispute
A Washington judge blocked USPS from enforcing a new mail-ballot rule as the Supreme Court considers a separate Massachusetts injunction before the midterms.
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South Boston developers launch review of 1.8 million-square-foot housing project
A proposed South Boston project could add 1,945 homes and retail near two MBTA stations, but zoning approvals and city review are still ahead.
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Federal judge blocks Trump mail-ballot rules again before midterms
A Boston judge has paused new federal mail-ballot requirements for two weeks as the administration appeals, with the first 2026 ballots due to go out September 4.
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Judge blocks HUD plan to redirect fair-housing grants from 100-plus nonprofits
A Massachusetts federal judge temporarily halted HUD’s plan to concentrate about $46 million in fair-housing funds among five grants.
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Massachusetts retailers sue to block temporary kratom classification as order takes effect
Four Massachusetts retailers are asking Suffolk County Superior Court to stop enforcement of a temporary order placing all kratom products in Schedule I as the measure takes effect Aug. 28.
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Massachusetts watchdog says Boston Public Schools improperly spent $857,261
A Massachusetts Inspector General report says selected Boston Public Schools contracts involved improper spending and procurement-law violations, prompting a recommended 10-business-day pause on some vendor payments.
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FBI warns of scam spoofing its number and pushing encrypted apps
The FBI says scammers are spoofing its Boston number, faking agent credentials and pressuring targets to move alleged fraud cases to encrypted apps.
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Judge lets Universal and Sony add stream-ripping claims to Suno AI lawsuit
A Massachusetts judge allowed Universal and Sony to add a DMCA claim alleging Suno bypassed YouTube protections to obtain recordings for AI training.
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Oregon sues to block federal changes to mail-in-ballot handling before midterms
Oregon is challenging a new USPS ballot-mail rule as counties prepare for key 2026 deadlines. Current state voting procedures remain in effect while the lawsuit proceeds.
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States renew fight over Trump mail-voting rules before 2026 midterms
Twenty-four states, D.C. and Pennsylvania’s governor sued USPS over ballot-mail procedures as courts weigh whether new rules can apply before the November 3 election.
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Massachusetts proposed wetland rules face an August 20 public-comment deadline
Massachusetts is considering rules to streamline permitting for some wetland restoration projects. Written comments on the proposal are due August 20, 2026, at 5 p.m.
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Federal judge limits grant cancellations based on shifting priorities
A Massachusetts judge ruled agencies cannot terminate active federal grants solely because officials later adopt different priorities, protecting billions at risk.
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MBTA Orange Line closure starts August 20: What riders need to know
Orange Line service between Oak Grove and Back Bay will be suspended for 11 consecutive days, August 20-30. Riders should plan for free shuttles, alternate downtown routes and longer trips.
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Federal ballot-mail proposal remains blocked ahead of 2026 midterms
A Boston judge’s August 11 injunction blocks USPS from implementing a proposed federal ballot-mail process. State rules and ordinary deadlines remain in place.
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Easthampton advances eminent-domain work for Ferry Street HousingWorks project
Easthampton is moving toward preliminary eminent-domain work tied to the Ferry Street HousingWorks infrastructure project around Ferry, Pleasant and Lovefield streets.