Commentary
Rude But Right On Crime
Heather Mac Donald examines President Trump’s unusually direct responses to violent crime and what they reveal about public order and governance in American cities.
Rude But Right On Crime
Heather Mac Donald examines President Trump’s unusually direct responses to violent crime and what they reveal about public order and governance in American cities.
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DiZoglio Sues Legislative Leaders Over Blocked Audit Law
Auditor Diana DiZoglio sued top legislative leaders Tuesday, asking the Supreme Judicial Court to force compliance with the 2024 voter law authorizing audits of the Legislature.
Top 10 Seafood Restaurants in Boston: Where the Ocean Meets Tradition
Discover the top 10 seafood restaurants in Boston, from historic oyster houses to modern raw bars. Experience the best of New England’s coastal cuisine with this guide to Boston’s seafood scene.
Oil, Oregano, and Tradition: The North End’s Best Italian Sub
A winter sandwich crawl through Boston’s North End ranks the best Italian subs at Bricco Salumeria, Monica’s Mercato, and Table Mercato, comparing flavor, authenticity, and value to crown a winner.
Shortsleeve: Gov. Healey’s Budget Plan Is Spending Massachusetts Into A Corner
Massachusetts faces a growing structural deficit as Gov. Maura Healey’s administration relies on rising spending, one-time fixes, and budget maneuvers to paper over slowing tax revenue, Brian Shortsleeve argues.
Trump Aims To Help New England Fishermen By Reopening Protected Waters
President Donald Trump has reopened a long-running fight over ocean conservation and fishing rights, ordering commercial fleets back into federally protected waters off New England and setting up another legal showdown.
Rent Control Opponents Sue To Block Massachusetts Ballot
Rent control opponents have filed suit to block a November ballot question that would impose strict statewide rent caps in Massachusetts.
Commentary
Rude But Right On Crime
Heather Mac Donald examines President Trump’s unusually direct responses to violent crime and what they reveal about public order and governance in American cities.
Commentary
Oil, Oregano, and Tradition: The North End’s Best Italian Sub
A winter sandwich crawl through Boston’s North End ranks the best Italian subs at Bricco Salumeria, Monica’s Mercato, and Table Mercato, comparing flavor, authenticity, and value to crown a winner.
Commentary
Shortsleeve: Gov. Healey’s Budget Plan Is Spending Massachusetts Into A Corner
Massachusetts faces a growing structural deficit as Gov. Maura Healey’s administration relies on rising spending, one-time fixes, and budget maneuvers to paper over slowing tax revenue, Brian Shortsleeve argues.
Commentary
Curiosity Can Be A Bad Thing
Commentary
Nobody Is Coming to Save You
Nobody is coming to save you. Not a mentor, not an investor, not the perfect opportunity. Boston rewards people who take ownership early and punishes those who wait for permission. This is the reality every serious founder has to accept.
Commentary
Where Is The Stock Market Headed In 2026?
Stock market outlook for 2026 examines valuations, earnings growth, bull and bear cases, and why elevated price/earnings ratios call for optimism with caution.
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Consume More Digital Media and Have A Beauty-Less Life
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Celebrating The Life of Martin Luther King Jr., American Hero and Christian Hero
Commentary
Trump Forces The New York Times’s Hand On Crime
The New York Times accuses Donald Trump of racial insensitivity over his Washington, D.C. crime crackdown while long downplaying black homicide victims and opposing the National Guard deployment that coincided with a sharp drop in murders.
Commentary
The West Can Protect Itself From Terrorism and Urban Violence
Author Heather Mac Donald questions claims of systemic racism, arguing cultural factors — not discrimination — drive disparities.
News
DiZoglio Sues Legislative Leaders Over Blocked Audit Law
Auditor Diana DiZoglio sued top legislative leaders Tuesday, asking the Supreme Judicial Court to force compliance with the 2024 voter law authorizing audits of the Legislature.
Trump Aims To Help New England Fishermen By Reopening Protected Waters
President Donald Trump has reopened a long-running fight over ocean conservation and fishing rights, ordering commercial fleets back into federally protected waters off New England and setting up another legal showdown.
Rent Control Opponents Sue To Block Massachusetts Ballot
Rent control opponents have filed suit to block a November ballot question that would impose strict statewide rent caps in Massachusetts.
Western Massachusetts Coffee Shop Selling Anti-ICE Latte
A western Massachusetts coffee shop is drawing backlash after announcing it would sell a cinnamon latte called “To Hell With ICE,” prompting mixed reactions on social media.
Brian Shortsleeve Joins GOP Rivals In Opposing Males In Girls' Sports
Brian Shortsleeve joined fellow Republican gubernatorial candidates in opposing males competing in girls’ sports, backing a Pembroke mother after a recent track meet controversy.
Massachusetts Unemployment System Improves; Still Ranks Among Nation’s Worst
New data show Massachusetts sped up unemployment payments late in 2025, but the system still lags far behind federal benchmarks and national averages.
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Culture
Top 10 Seafood Restaurants in Boston: Where the Ocean Meets Tradition
Discover the top 10 seafood restaurants in Boston, from historic oyster houses to modern raw bars. Experience the best of New England’s coastal cuisine with this guide to Boston’s seafood scene.
Oil, Oregano, and Tradition: The North End’s Best Italian Sub
A winter sandwich crawl through Boston’s North End ranks the best Italian subs at Bricco Salumeria, Monica’s Mercato, and Table Mercato, comparing flavor, authenticity, and value to crown a winner.
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20 Best Tourist Attractions in New England You Must See
Explore the 20 best tourist attractions in New England, from historic landmarks to hidden gems. Discover why this region still offers America’s most unforgettable adventures.
Western Massachusetts Coffee Shop Selling Anti-ICE Latte
A western Massachusetts coffee shop is drawing backlash after announcing it would sell a cinnamon latte called “To Hell With ICE,” prompting mixed reactions on social media.
Plymouth Native Serving With Navy Fighter Squadron To Support Super Bowl LX Flyover
During the 2026 Super Bowl national anthem performance, members of four U.S. Navy tactical squadrons will conduct a unified flyover with members of the Air Force.
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Faith
Massachusetts High Court To Hear Challenge Over Quincy First Responder Statues
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court will hear a lawsuit challenging Quincy’s plan to install statues of St. Michael and St. Florian at its new public safety headquarters, a dispute over religious symbolism and public space.
Left-Leaning $$ Floods Dedham Church As Anti-ICE Nativity Display Remains Up Weeks After Archdiocese Said Take It Down
A Dedham Catholic church says it has received an outpouring of left-leaning support and donations after refusing to remove an anti-ICE Nativity display ordered taken down by the Archdiocese of Boston.
Massachusetts Bill Would Eliminate Religious Vaccine Exemption
Doctors, lawyers, and faith leaders warn two Massachusetts bills ending the state’s religious vaccine exemption would harm students and violate rights.
Federal Government To Investigate Massachusetts Policy Requiring Foster Parents To Affirm Gender Identity
The U.S. Administration for Children and Families has launched an investigation into Massachusetts’s policy requiring foster parents to affirm a child’s gender identity, following complaints from Christian families who say it violates their religious freedom.
Politics
Massachusetts Board Eyes Early 2026 Vote On Three-Year Bachelor's Degree
The Board of Higher Education is on track to vote in early 2026 on whether to allow public and private colleges and universities in Massachusetts to offer three-year bachelor's degrees, reducing the typical 120-credit requirement.
Winter Special Election Scheduled To Fill Lowell-Based Senate Seat
Voters in Lowell and a few surrounding towns will head to the polls in the winter of 2026 to elect a new senator.
Moulton, Pressley Vote Against Resolution Honoring Charlie Kirk
The U.S. House voted 310-58 to honor the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk with a National Day of Remembrance, but Massachusetts Democrats Seth Moulton and Ayanna Pressley opposed the resolution, citing concerns over its portrayal of Kirk.
Charlie Kirk: Christian Martyr
Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was assassinated at age 31 for his unwavering Christian faith, not his politics. Known for sharing the Gospel at every rally, Kirk spoke with conviction and respect while opposing the transgender movement.
Education
Brian Shortsleeve Joins GOP Rivals In Opposing Males In Girls' Sports
Brian Shortsleeve joined fellow Republican gubernatorial candidates in opposing males competing in girls’ sports, backing a Pembroke mother after a recent track meet controversy.
Boys Help Girls' Field Hockey Teams Win Western Massachusetts Championships
A pair of boys helped their respective girls' field hockey teams win Western Massachusetts championships this past fall.
Judicial Watch Sues Barnstable Public Schools Over Firing Tied To Facebook Posts
Judicial Watch filed a federal lawsuit alleging Barnstable Public Schools violated the First Amendment by firing an associate principal over pre-employment Facebook posts.
Five Massachusetts Boys Have Won Girls’ Field Hockey League MVP Awards Since 2019
A look at five Massachusetts boys who have won MVP awards in girls’ high school field hockey leagues in recent years.
Federal Judge Orders Lexington Schools To Opt Kindergartener Out Of LGBTQ-Themed Books
Federal judge orders Lexington Public Schools to opt a kindergartener out of LGBTQ-themed books, finding the district likely violated the family’s First Amendment religious rights.