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February 23, 2026 MassLive.com Latest Headlines Weather Mass. weather: Destructive blizzard expected to continue Tuesday A blizzard that could bring thundersnow and whiteout conditions is expected to continue Tuesday. By Heather Morrison | hmorrison@masslive.com Read more News Politics Who is Patrick Roath, the Boston lawyer challenging U.S. Rep. Stephen Lynch? | Bay State Briefing The Jamaica Plain resident says U.S. Rep. Stephen Lynch, D-8th District, isn't meeting the moment as Democrats face threats from the Trump administration and voters struggle with high costs. By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com MORE    Subscriber Exclusive   How a social worker stationed in a Springfield court is trying to reduce homelessness In Springfield District Court, Lisa Green looks for people with low-level charges who are experiencing homelessness. By Greta Jochem | gjochem@repub.com MORE    Weather Mass. travel restrictions: Service on MBTA, roads, and ferries affected by blizzard Service on planes, trains, automobiles (and boats) in Massachusetts has been restricted or cancelled as officials prepare for a blizzard. By Susannah Sudborough | SSudborough@masslive.com MORE    See more news Sports Celtics Marcus Smart reacts to Jayson Tatum rehab, potential comeback Marcus Smart and Jayson Tatum teamed up for multiple deep playoff runs together in a Celtics jersey. By Souichi Terada | sterada@masslive.com MORE    Subscriber Exclusive   Team USA’s latest coming-of-age Olympic hockey moment had nothing to do with 1980 The 2026 gold medal winners were closer to the 2004 Red Sox than the Miracle on Ice. By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Patriots free agency 2026: Which veterans could be released? With $40.5 million in estimated cap space, the Patriots need to make tough decisions on several contracts before free agency. Here's a look at 10 potential cut candidates By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com MORE