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Twenty-one Boston establishments, including seven restaurants in Dorchester, received neighborhood-restricted liquor licenses as part of a city initiative. Restaurant owner Andre Williams, who applied for a license since opening in 2023, expressed optimism that the new license will help expand his staff and enhance community engagement.
Massachusetts lawmakers demand answers from ICE regarding the conditions at a Burlington facility used to detain immigrants. Detainees reportedly face severe overcrowding, scarcity of food, and lack of medical facilities. The lawmakers' letter to the Trump administration aims to increase transparency as concerns about the facility's use grow.
Boston will implement parking restrictions and street closures for several events in July 2025, including the Hare Krishna Procession and the annual Fourth of July Parade. Attendees are encouraged to walk, bike, or use public transit to avoid traffic disruptions. Specific streets will be affected, with restrictions in place to facilitate the events.
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the 11th annual Donna Summer Disco Party, set for June 27 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on City Hall Plaza. The event, featuring music, roller skating, and family-friendly activities, celebrates the legacy of Boston’s own disco legend. Alongside this event, a Dance Party Series will showcase R&B, Island Vibes, and Old School themes throughout the summer.
The St. Mary of Carmen Festival's traditional colors vanished from Adams Street in Newton, shocking residents. The mayor explained that federal and state laws mandate a yellow center line due to traffic conditions, but the city plans to add the festival's colors on either side.
A pedestrian died from injuries sustained after being struck by a vehicle in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, on Thursday morning. The victim, who suffered a head injury, was taken to Rhode Island Hospital following the incident, which remains under investigation. The driver remained at the scene of the crash.
A study in JAMA reveals that addictive technology use, rather than screen time, correlates with increased suicidal behavior among youth. Researchers found that nearly half of the children surveyed exhibited high addictive use of mobile phones, leading to a two to three times higher likelihood of suicidal thoughts by age 14. Experts advocate for addressing addictive behaviors instead of merely limiting screen access.
New York lawmaker Zohran Mamdani disrupted Andrew Cuomo's comeback bid, while Rep. Jake Auchincloss provided safety advice to Democratic mayors. Auchincloss highlighted that locking up products in stores erodes Democratic support, linking it to broader quality-of-life issues.
Gerald Vick, 31, was arrested in Georgia after a six-month investigation into a shooting that injured eight people during a Caribbean festival in Boston. Vick faces 14 charges, including assault with a firearm and unlawful possession of a machine gun, after cutting off his ankle monitor prior to his trial.
The MBTA is suing its union to overturn an arbitrator's ruling that reinstated a supervisor accused of sexual and racial harassment. The agency argues that the arbitrator's decision contradicts its zero-tolerance policy for such misconduct. The former chief inspector had previously faced disciplinary actions for inappropriate behavior.