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Mayor Michelle Wu unveiled Boston's final anti-displacement action plan, "A Place to Thrive," on July 15, 2025. The two-year initiative aims to stabilize residents and businesses facing displacement, incorporating community feedback from a public comment period. Key components include new housing production, eviction prevention measures, and a $12 million acquisition fund to preserve homes.
Karen Read's attorney has called for Boston Police Officer Kelly Dever to be added to the department's Brady list, citing her "irreparably compromised" credibility after her combative testimony in Read's retrial. Dever previously claimed to have experienced a "false memory" regarding critical evidence, prompting concerns about her reliability in other cases. Read was acquitted of murder and manslaughter but convicted of drunk driving.
John Hancock’s former home in Boston, the Ebenezer Hancock House, is back on the market after being owned by a law firm since 1974. The historic property, assessed at $1.6 million, features 5,748 square feet of space and is the only remaining site associated with the founding father in the city. Realtor Dave Killen seeks an owner occupant who appreciates the building's history and potential for mixed-use development.
An 86-year-old woman, Kim Knor, aims to complete her 1,000th skydive by fall, having recently made her 865th jump in Rhode Island. Knor, a former member of the U.S. Parachute Team, plans to celebrate her milestone with a jump over the pyramids in Egypt. She cites the camaraderie of fellow skydivers as a key reason for her continued passion.
A grand juror in the Karen Read case, Jessica Leslie, pleaded guilty to leaking confidential information from the proceedings. She faces a one-day sentence, already served, along with 24 months of supervised release. The breach occurred while Read was acquitted of serious charges related to her boyfriend's death.
Two brothers from Stoughton, Valdir and Aldino Centeio, drowned while fishing in Little Compton, Rhode Island, on Saturday. A rescue effort was initiated after a distress call reported that Valdir fell into the water while fishing from the rocks, prompting Aldino to jump in after him. Both brothers were swept away by the current, and a third man who attempted to help required rescue assistance.
Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller defended the overnight repainting of Italian flag-colored traffic stripes on Adams Street to standard double yellow lines, citing safety concerns due to high crash rates. The removal sparked outrage among community members, particularly the Saint Mary of Carmen Society, who emphasized the cultural significance of the stripes. A petition to reinstate the colorful lines has garnered over 2,200 signatures.
A Blue Line train became stuck beneath the Boston Harbor, prompting the evacuation of approximately 500 passengers on Tuesday afternoon. The MBTA reported delays due to a downed communication wire, and shuttle buses replaced rail service between Government Center and Airport stations. No injuries were reported, and service resumed later in the evening with residual delays.
A federal grand jury indicted Vance Boelter for the fatal shootings of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark. Boelter, 57, allegedly disguised himself as a police officer and attempted to assassinate other lawmakers, potentially facing the federal death penalty. The case highlights a troubling act of political violence in Minnesota.
Republic Services and Teamsters Local 25 union resumed negotiations Tuesday as a two-week strike by waste management workers continues, disrupting trash collection across numerous municipalities. Residents face overflowing bins, raising concerns about public health and safety, while local officials urge swift resolution.