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1) As Mass. pushes for big batteries on the grid, some communities push back
Massachusetts officials says batteries will bring down energy costs and help the grid run on more renewables. But there's a growing movement of people who say they don't want this technology in their ...Show More
2) Despite controversies, Larry Summers has kept a hold in elite circles
Larry Summers has seen his share of controversy, and up to now, he's always bounced back. But the scandal engulfing those with ties to Jeffrey Epstein is, for now, derailing the high-profile economist...Show More
3) Merriam-Webster goes old school with first new hardcover Collegiate dictionary in 22 years
Merriam-Webster, the country’s oldest dictionary publisher which is headquartered in Springfield, just released an updated Collegiate edition with 5,000 new entries.
4) After the shutdown: Democrats are divided, but may have gained ground
As the longest government shutdown in U.S. history came to an end, some Democrats are still angry the party caved to Republicans. But some lawmakers and political observers say the fight was worth it.
5) Some Mass. public universities enroll fewer international students, citing visa restrictions
This fall, 1,227 international students attend the University of Massachusetts, Boston. That figure is down about 17% — or about 250 students — since a year ago.
6) 3 takeaways from Boston's election night
City Hall reporter Eve Zuckoff joined WBUR's All Things Considered to share three takeaways from Tuesday night.
7) Mass. residents line up for food donations as SNAP funding lapses
Courts have ordered the Trump administration to resume at least least partial funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. When SNAP payments stopped on Saturday, WBUR’s Martha ...Show More
8) Quincy's Mayor Koch, in 7th term, looks to quell controversies before council election
The seven-term mayor enjoys largely unchecked power, with a city council that rarely pushes back on his agenda. But nearly every council seat is being challenged on Election Day.
9) Worcester Food Bank works to keep up with demand during SNAP freeze
Area groups are trying to make up some of the loss in SNAP federal food assistance that started Saturday. The Worcester County Food Bank distributes food to meal programs, shelters and food pantries a...Show More
10) In Maine, Platner controversies highlight rift in Democrat's plan forward
The controversies around Maine's Graham Platner are resurfacing difficult conversations among Democrats about who gives them the best chance to recapture the House and Senate.