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February 23, 2024

7 of the most beautiful libraries to explore in the US

Libraries offer a place to learn, read, study and (quietly) socialize with friends. Certain libraries in the U.S. draw more appeal with the beautiful agriculture they offer.

February 22, 2024

On this day in history, February 22, 1980, US Olympic men's hockey team shocks Soviets in 'Miracle on Ice'

The U.S. Olympic men's hockey team shocked the Soviet Union 4-3 on this day in history, Feb. 22, 1980. The victory has been dubbed the Miracle on Ice.

February 21, 2024

Driver rescued after car wedged between two vehicles in parking lot crash

Police in Massachusetts are investigating what caused a car to wind up on its side, wedged between two other vehicles in a busy supermarket parking lot.

February 20, 2024

Boston activists call for $15 billion in reparations, says the city must ‘fully commit to writing checks’

Boston activist Rev. Kevin C. Peterson delivered remarks over the weekend on how the city of Boston should implement a $15 billion reparations plan.

February 15, 2024

Brother of deceased suspect in alleged antisemitic arson spree pleads not guilty

Alexander Giannakakis, 37, pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges alleging he obstructed an investigation into four arsons his deceased brother was accused of.

February 15, 2024

Power restored to Boston transit system after thousands stranded during morning rush hour

Thousands of commuters in Boston faced disruptions during the morning rush hour on Thursday due to power outages affecting the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority.

February 15, 2024

Frederick Douglass bust unveiled in Massachusetts Statehouse

A bust of the famous abolitionist Frederick Douglass was unveiled in the Massachusetts Senate Chamber. It is the first bust to be added there in more than 125 years.

February 15, 2024

Massachusetts resident condemns right-to-shelter law turning Bay State into 'destination for migrants'

Paul Diego Craney, spokesperson for the MassFiscal Alliance, called out state officials in Massachusetts as residents are outraged at the right-to-shelter law

February 14, 2024

Feds charge over 40 Boston gang members with drug trafficking, COVID fraud, and other crimes in sweeping case

Over 40 members and associates of the Boston-based Heath Street Gang have been prosecuted on a variety of charges, including unemployment and COVID relief fraud.

February 14, 2024

First Boston suburbanites house migrants in their homes, Dem urges 'everybody should be opening their doors'

A Brookline, Massachusetts, woman and a couple recently spoke with outlets about their experiences welcoming migrant families into their private homes.