Morning Bell
August 5, 2026
Maura Healey To Sign Bill Giving Illegal Immigrants More Protection From ICE
TODAY'S TOP STORY
Maura Healey To Sign Bill Giving Illegal Immigrants More Protection From ICE
By State House News Service
Gov. Maura Healey will sign a new law that limits warrantless civil immigration arrests at Massachusetts courthouses, schools, child care centers and healthcare facilities.
Continue Reading →
Boston Public Library Holds 19th Drag Queen Story Time Event Of 2026
Boston Public Library Holds 19th Drag Queen Story Time Event Of 2026
By Tom Joyce
The Boston Public Library held its 19th drag queen story time for young children of 2026 on Monday after rescheduling a South Boston branch event from Pride Month to August.
Continue Reading →
Massachusetts DCF Sent Foster-Care Letter To Sex Offender Who Abused Child’s Mother
Massachusetts DCF Sent Foster-Care Letter To Sex Offender Who Abused Child’s Mother
By Tom Joyce
The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families sent a foster-care letter to a Level 3 sex offender who sexually abused the child’s mother, according to a report.
Continue Reading →
Stephen Lynch Says Democratic Party Has Swung Too Far To The Left
Stephen Lynch Says Democratic Party Has Swung Too Far To The Left
By State House News Service
Stephen Lynch says Democrats have moved too far left ahead of primary challenge.
Continue Reading →
Massachusetts Agency Used BIPOC Racial Preference in $2.3 Million Artist Grant Program
Massachusetts Agency Used BIPOC Racial Preference in $2.3 Million Artist Grant Program
By Tom Joyce
A Massachusetts state agency used a BIPOC racial preference when awarding more than $2.3 million in grants to artists, according to the program's published application and review…
Continue Reading →
Advertisement
Yohay Sponder