Indigenous Stories, a free augmented reality experience created by White Snake Projects, is bringing Native perspectives to Boston’s historic Freedom Trail using a phone-based app, according to the activist performance company. The project combines music, storytelling, and augmented reality to present original performances by Indigenous artists at landmarks such as the Old State House. Bringing … Read more
Massachusetts remains the sole state in New England and one of only six nationwide outside three nationwide interstate licensing compacts, forcing licensed mental health professionals to terminate care when clients cross state borders, according to local officials and advocates. Rebekah Gewirtz, executive director of the National Association for Social Work in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, … Read more
Boston radio landscape is shifting as local broadcasters, digital pioneers, and comedy curators redefine community audio through humor, live engagement, and niche programming, according to recent developments in the local media market. How Morning Show Hosts Keep Boston Radio Grounded Falcone states that the key to the show’s enduring success is maintaining a light atmosphere … Read more
Boston police are investigating a death at a rental property in the Mattapan neighborhood owned by Conan Harris, the husband of U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley. Officers responded to the residence at 25 Malta St. at 1:52 p.m. Saturday following an “investigate person” call, which was subsequently reclassified as a death investigation by the department. Investigation … Read more
Massachusetts reported 18 cases of cyclosporiasis between May 1 and July 1, according to the state Department of Public Health. While these figures align with typical seasonal trends in the region, they arrive amid a broader national surge of the parasite Cyclospora, which has caused over 3,000 infections in states like Michigan and Ohio. Understanding … Read more
Brigham and Women’s Hospital nurses in Boston ended a one-day strike Thursday but faced a four-day lockout, keeping 4,000 union members out of the facility. Hundreds of nurses walked off the picket line at 7 a.m. after 24 hours of protesting for better pay, only to be turned away when they attempted to re-enter the … Read more
The Boston Red Sox enter Wednesday’s matchup against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field aiming to extend a four-game winning streak and match their season-best run of five consecutive victories. According to reports from MassLive, the team has remained undefeated during their current nine-game road trip, having swept a three-game series in Anaheim before … Read more
Nearly 5,000 healthcare workers at Mass General Brigham may begin striking this Wednesday as contract negotiations remain deadlocked. The Massachusetts Nurses Association (MNA) has authorized 4,500 Brigham and Women’s Hospital nurses for a one-day strike and 450 MGB Home Care clinicians for a seven-day stoppage to address disputes over wages, benefits, and working conditions. Why … Read more
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed veteran center Kevon Looney to a one-year, $3.9 million contract, according to agent Todd Ramasar as reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal secures a veteran backup for the Lakers’ newly acquired center, Walker Kessler, and addresses a critical need for rim protection and rebounding on the roster. Why … Read more
More than a dozen former Kentucky Wildcats are currently participating in NBA Summer League circuits to compete for professional roster spots. Players like Otega Oweh and Jacob Toppin are appearing in Salt Lake City, while a wider group of former Kentucky standouts—including Amari Williams and Jaxson Robinson—are scheduled for the Las Vegas Summer League, according … Read more