The call of freedom, a summons that still haunts

Silas McGhee, who lives on the farm on which he grew up, was shot in the face in 1964 when he was 21. He tried that summer to integrate the nicest movie theater in Greenwood, Miss., enduring a beating each time.

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They were idealists taking on the nation?s shame, students who stood with brave, black Mississippians denied a most basic civil right: the vote.

Ryan Mallett took aim at a receiver as Eagles linebacker Brandon Graham closed in during the Patriots? second preseason game Aug. 15.

Patriots trade Ryan Mallett to Texans

The backup quarterback had been the subject of trade speculation throughout training camp.

Todd English.

Todd English charged with DWI in New York

The celebrity chef was arrested on Long Island early Sunday morning.

Clay Buchholz struck out six and didn?t walk a batter during his complete-game shutout.

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Red Sox win behind strong effort by Clay Buchholz

Clay Buchholz threw a complete game, allowing three hits and striking out six.

Cape Cod saw lots of sun this summer, making for a good season for local businesses and tourists.

Cape Cod winds down a successful summer

The Cape saw a lot of sun, making for a good tourist season for businesses and visitors alike.

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A way of life prevails in Market Basket saga

The Market Basket story is a drama, an allegory, morality play, and fairy tale, all rolled into one.

Michael Carcerano (right) and Stephen Carcerano found the letters from lawyers for the Tufts insurer baffling.

Surgical error at Tufts prompts changes

The death of a patient at Tufts Medical Center last year highlighted medical errors involving ?cognitive bias.?

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If you?re confident about your color choice, own it ? no matter what the neighbors say. These homeowners did, and they couldn?t be happier.