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Paramount's Privacy Policy on Personal Information and Targeted Advertising

The article discusses Paramount's privacy policy regarding the processing of personal information for targeted advertising.

New fees in effect for rideshare trips to Logan

Rideshare fees to and from Logan Airport increased from $3.25 to $5.50 as of Tuesday, impacting passenger travel costs. The Massachusetts Port Authority and rideshare companies aim to alleviate congestion and fund $1.5 billion in airport improvements.

Man arrested for 2021 Roxbury murder

Boston Police arrested Marc Lamothe, 46, on Tuesday for the 2021 murder of Joshua Smith in Roxbury. Lamothe faces charges of murder and illegal firearm possession and is held without bail pending a July 8 court hearing. Police identified Lamothe through video surveillance and witness statements.

Alex Cora offered a blunt reaction to Red Sox miscues after loss vs. Reds

Red Sox manager Alex Cora criticized his team's defensive errors following an 8-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds, which prevented a three-game sweep. The defeat leaves Boston at 43-45, six games behind the division leaders. Cora emphasized the need to capitalize on leads, stating, "A three-run lead in the seventh, we expect to win those games."

These Massachusetts beaches are closed as of July 3

Massachusetts health officials closed several beaches ahead of the Fourth of July weekend due to elevated bacteria levels. The state updates its beach water quality dashboard hourly, ensuring visitors can check the status of over 1,100 monitored beaches. Heavy rainfall and harmful algae blooms can cause these closures.

City Of Boston Licensing Board Approves 21 New Liquor Licenses

Boston's Licensing Board approved 21 new liquor licenses for restaurants across eight neighborhoods, enhancing local economic growth. Mayor Michelle Wu emphasized the importance of these licenses for small businesses and community vibrancy. The move follows legislation that added 225 new liquor licenses to the city, the largest increase since Prohibition.

Massachusetts advocates fear Trumps bill will unravel health safety net in Obamacares model state

Advocates in Massachusetts fear that proposed changes in a tax and spending bill could strip health insurance from a quarter of the 400,000 people enrolled in the state's Health Connector. The Trump administration claims these changes aim to eliminate fraud, but local leaders warn that they threaten the state's health care achievements and could leave many residents uninsured.

UMass student in D.C. for congressional internship killed in shooting

Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, a 21-year-old UMass Amherst student, was fatally shot in Washington, D.C., while interning for Rep. Ron Estes. Authorities reported he was not the intended target of the shooting, which left two others wounded. The incident occurred late Monday night, and police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Maine police department apologizes for AI-doctored evidence photo

The Westbrook Police Department in Maine apologized for unintentionally sharing an AI-edited photo of drug evidence on social media. The department initially denied using AI but later confirmed it employed the chatbot ChatGPT to alter the image, which led to public criticism.

Official Series of incidents targeting LGBTQ community in Provincetown under investigation

Officials in Provincetown investigate a series of recent incidents targeting the LGBTQ+ community, including a reported hate crime. Town Manager Alex Morse emphasized the importance of reporting such incidents and noted that additional police presence will be deployed during the Fourth of July weekend.