Teen held on $50,000 bail in brother’s shooting

The 14-year-old boy who allegedly killed his 9-year-old brother in Mattapan faces involuntary manslaughter and illegal gun possession charges.

John Barros, one of Mayor Martin Walsh‘s pivotal campaign supporters, will be the city’s first chief of economic development.

Walsh names Barros to economic development post

John Barros, one of Mayor Martin Walsh‘s pivotal campaign supporters, will be the city’s first chief of economic development.

Midweek storm may bring wintery mix

A storm that is working its way up the coast will bring snow to the region, but it’s too early to tell how much.

Mass. ranks low in children’s welfare

The state’s overall performance is one of the worst in the nation, according to two watchdog groups.

Makers of the portable Ostrich Pillow say it lets users “take a comfortable power nap in the office, traveling, or wherever you want.”

STUDIO BANANA THINGS

Corporate world finds value in the nap

New tech gadgets are coming out as the nap itself is enjoying a new appreciation by professionals and amateurs alike.

Allen St. Pierre, executive director of NORML, seeks marijuana legalization.

Lawmakers try to tap into marijuana fervor

Many who previously shunned legalization efforts are now jumping on one of the biggest political trends sweeping the country.

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The growth mirrors the surge of wealth that has flooded Boston in recent years.

Missouri All-American Michael Sam could become the first publicly gay player in NFL.

NFL draft prospect Michael Sam says he’s gay

The star Missouri defensive lineman set himself on a path to become the first publicly gay player in the NFL.

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In the November Project, social media has brought together a face-to-face community.