The move comes after a report said the department had disproportionately observed, interrogated, or searched black residents.
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The IOC urges host cities to implement the fast lanes so athletes, media, and sponsors can count on reliable journey times.
Charlie Baker, a Republican elected governor by appealing to Democrats, has demonstrated how difficult it is to please everyone.
Of those who take remedial courses, only 1 in 5 goes on to complete a college-level math class and many never earn degrees.
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Newton has been on the wrong end of a number of relocations lately, and business leaders say that?s not a coincidence.
Tips pour in about girl found on Deer Island Officials have received hundreds of tips and State Police say there have been nearly 20 million views of the girl?s photo on Facebook.
Astros 12, Red Sox 8
With the bullpen taxed, Red Sox call-up Noe Ramirez was hammered by the Astros.
Police are investigating whether the robberies that occurred early Friday morning are related, authorities said.
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Authorities said they are not aware of any specific terrorist threat, but that people should still be vigilant.
Find out what stores are open and the operating times of the T.
Spike in crime often accompanies Fourth of JulyAt Boston Medical Center?s trauma center, few things are predictable, but one sure bet is a flurry of activity on Independence Day.
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The classic American history painting captures a scene that never occurred.
The 1776 Declaration was only the first. What we learn from the long history of splinter constitutions, manifestos, and secessions that followed.
Ready for a raise? Here?s how to askWith the unemployment rate falling and the labor market getting tighter, the time might be right to ask for more money.
Ex-Bridgewater State student?s bail set at $100,000Kyle Loughlin pleaded not guilty Friday to charges that he sexually abused two young boys while working at the school?s daycare.
THOMAS FARRAGHER
As kidnapper returns home to Quincy from prison, suspicions linger?Everyone?s concerned because the police said he?s dangerous and they?re keeping an eye on the guy,?? said one neighbor of John Castonguay.
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There?s an unspoken understanding that Wilson, 73, is a damaged genius, and the fans instinctively extend deep empathy for him.
N.H. thinks Donald Trump is for realWhether Trump is serious about running for president or just serious about publicity, his sudden support is hard to ignore.
Jonathan Wiggs/Globe Staff
Here?s a look at some of the best images taken by Globe photographers last month.
The Red Sox made several roster moves on Friday ahead of the start of their weekend series vs. Houston.
Authorities are tracking some asylum seekers more than dangerous criminals with weekly check-ins and 24-hour surviellance, say lawyers.
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Some dealerships may offer deals, but the holiday weekend can attract lots of customers, so be prepared.
Scott Brown?s role as a distributor for AdvoCare ? and his curious online endorsement ? was met with guffaws by Facebook followers.
Driven by retiring baby boomers, the decline could make it tougher to find workers, potentially slowing economic growth.
Massachusetts public defenders are paid less than in any other state, ranking just below West Virginia when cost of living is factored in.
?Edward S. Curtis: The North American Indian 1907-1930? at Endicott College celebrates an epic photographic achievement.
Maya Forbes?s autobiographical comedy-drama, with Mark Ruffalo as a bipolar dad put in charge of the kids while his wife gets an MBA.
EVENT | JULY 16
Mission: Turtle RescueThe lecture at the New England Aquarium will highlight turtle rescues and the medical management of sea turtles.
The ?great and cursed work? that was the EncyclopédieDiderot?s encyclopedia nearly broke him ? and France?s Ancien Regime.
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