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Mass. trucking company in deadly N.H. crash had troubling history of driver violations

The Massachusetts company racked up serious driver-related violations over the past two years at a rate four times higher than the national average, federal records show. 2:55 p.m.
Here's what we know about the crash, suspect, and case West Springfield man waives arraignment, pleads not guilty in N.H. crash that killed 7

Wayfair employees plan walkout to oppose furniture sales to migrant detention facilities

Wayfair employees learned last Wednesday that a $200,000 order of bedroom furniture had been placed by BCFS, a government contractor that has been managing camps at the border.  2:33 p.m.
Head of US border agency steps down amid outrage over migrant children?s treatment

Wayfair walkout: Read the letter employees sent to leadership, and the company?s response

Here?s a look at what each side said, according to copies of each provided to the Globe by an employee. 3 hours ago
Here?s what people are saying about the Wayfair walkout

Facing pressure, Baker will seek $50 million for MBTA

The changes are part of a set of proposals Baker unveiled Tuesday, nearly two weeks after a devastating derailment on the Red Line caused widespread delays.

Officers who shot, killed man in Dorchester were not wearing body cameras

Boston Police Commissioner William Gross said Monday the two officers who discharged their weapons were assigned to a citywide bicycle unit that does not currently wear body cameras.
19-year-old man killed in officer-involved shooting

The state of Providence?s schools had a review team in tears

A new report outlines a series of disturbing issues, including arranged fights between female students that are promoted on social media, rodent traps stuck to students? shoes, and ceilings collapsing in classrooms. That?s left the district asking, now what? 43 minutes ago

What?s next for Peddocks Island? Advocates are planning its future ? and they want the public?s help
Officials are hoping to transform the second-largest Boston Harbor island into a more significant visitor destination in Boston ? possibly with the help of new amenities.

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Our food critic ate her way through the Encore Boston casino so you don?t have to
Here are the restaurants worth visiting among the glitz and glamour of Everett?s new casino.

We were at the Encore for its first 24 hours. Here are the most interesting things we saw Here?s what the party looked like at Encore Boston Harbor?s new nightclub, Mémoire

STAN GROSSFELD
John Farrell goes lobstering
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If this nation cared about sexual assault, Trump would not be president
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President Trump knows what kids don?t need
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MIAA needs push into 21st century

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  1. Wayfair employees plan walkout to oppose furniture sales to migrant detention facilities
  2. Our food critic ate her way through the Encore Boston casino so you don?t have to
  3. John Farrell goes lobstering
  4. The state of Providence?s schools had a review team in tears
  5. Wayfair walkout: Read the letter employees sent to leadership, and the company?s response
  6. Downside to Patriots? system is evident in Nick Caserio case
  7. We were at the Encore for its first 24 hours. Here are the most interesting things we saw
  8. Mass. trucking company in deadly N.H. crash had troubling history of driver violations
  9. At least 10 sharks were spotted Monday around Cape Cod

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Downside to Patriots? system is evident in Nick Caserio case
Staff continuity may be a competitive advantage, but it?s also a roadblock to career advancement.

At least 10 sharks were spotted Monday around Cape Cod
Researchers with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy began this year?s field research in unfamiliar waters, Cape Cod Bay, spotting at least 10 great whites, officials said Monday evening.

Stephanie Grisham will be next White House press secretary
First lady Melania Trump has announced that her spokeswoman, Stephanie Grisham, will be the next White House press secretary.

Here?s how to watch the first Democratic presidential debates
The debates on Wednesday and Thursday night will be available to watch online or on television. 2 hours ago

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New for 2019: Sam Summer?s recipe is changing. We called Sam Adams founder Jim Koch and asked him to explain further.

Marcus Smart, now something of an elder statesman for the Celtics, is eager to help reboot the franchise
?I expected things to change [this summer],? Smart said. ?I wasn?t expecting big or little, I just knew something was going to change. I think everyone kind of knew that.? 2 hours ago

Boston police arrest suspect in slaying of Dorchester man

Police identified the suspect as Lalance Smith, who was nabbed Monday morning in Waltham on charges of murder, armed robbery, and unlawful possession of a firearm.

Trump threatens Iran with ?obliteration? after country criticizes new sanctions

President Trump responded to criticism by tweeting that ?any attack by Iran on anything American will be met with great and overwhelming force.?

Lynn drug dealer who provided heroin that killed Melrose mom should serve 14 years in prison, prosecutors say

The dealer, Yeffry Reynoso, pleaded guilty in January to drug distribution charges in connection with the Melrose woman?s death in 2017.

Town of Groveland stunned by slaying of 82-year-old man

The murder ? the first in Groveland since 1992 ? has shaken this suburban community north of Boston.

16-year-old boy arrested in connection with shots fired inside Aquarium T station

A juvenile was arrested after he allegedly fired off at least two rounds from a handgun in the Aquarium T station Sunday night, officials said.

Six people injured in MBTA bus crash at Copley Square

An MBTA bus was struck from behind on Dartmouth Street Tuesday morning.

Trailer lands on top of SUV in Brighton; 2 injured

Firefighters had to use the Jaws of Life to extract one passenger from an SUV after a trailer toppled onto it late Monday.
marijuana

Illinois becomes 11th state to allow recreational marijuana

Illinois?s new governor delivered on a top campaign promise Tuesday by signing legislation legalizing small amounts of marijuana for recreational use.

Archeologists are examining a famous New York ritual gathering site: Woodstock
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This time, let?s skip the old-boy network and let the woman run Massport

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War with Iran will cost more than the Iraq and Afghanistan wars
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New safety panel will review MBTA operations following derailments on Red and Green lines

A panel of national transit officials will do an ?independent and transparent? review following a Red Line derailment that caused massive delays.

Is the region?s lack of 80-degree weather unusual?

Though we are now into the final days of June, we still have not had a lot of 80-degree weather. But things are about to become a bit warmer.

Man arrested after leading police on N.H. chase, then barricading himself in his pickup truck

A 39-year-old man who allegedly barricaded himself in his pickup truck Monday evening after being chased by authorities on Interstate 293 in New Hampshire was arrested, officials said.

25-year-old man identified as Mattapan murder victim

Corey Thompson was shot near 3 Duke St. around 3:02 p.m. and died later at a local hospital, Boston police said in a statement.

Mass. trucking company in deadly N.H. crash had troubling history of driver violations
The Massachusetts company racked up serious driver-related violations over the past two years at a rate four times higher than the national average, federal records show.

Boston police arrest suspect in slaying of Dorchester man
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Consumer genetic testing companies team up to lobby on privacy policy

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Like the Patriots? receiver himself, ?100%: Julian Edelman? is not exactly conventional.

Marcus Smart, now something of an elder statesman for the Celtics, is eager to help reboot the franchise

?I expected things to change [this summer],? Smart said. ?I wasn?t expecting big or little, I just knew something was going to change. I think everyone kind of knew that.?

Bruins sign Steven Kampfer to two-year extension

The veteran appeared in three playoff games and brings insurance to the defensive group.

Downside to Patriots? system is evident in Nick Caserio case

Staff continuity may be a competitive advantage, but it?s also a roadblock to career advancement.

Brooks Orpik retires after 15 NHL seasons, 2 Stanley Cup titles
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Politics

Here?s how to watch the first Democratic presidential debates
The debates will be available to watch online or on television.

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An energy conference, a happy hour for young professionals in the energy field, and other events and things to know.

Marijuana

Illinois becomes 11th state to allow recreational marijuana
Illinois?s new governor delivered on a top campaign promise Tuesday by signing legislation legalizing small amounts of marijuana for recreational use.

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Why have these buildings sat empty for years and even decades?
Alex & Leo

Asylum denied for guardian of young burn victim from Africa

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Game 81: White Sox at Red Sox lineups and notes

John Farrell goes lobstering

Bruins will get an up-close look at draft class this week

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2 men crash into utility poles in Pepperell within 30 minutes of one another, 1 hospitalized

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Man arrested after leading police on N.H. chase, then barricading himself in his pickup truck

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Warren calls for major changes to US elections in latest campaign proposal

Trump, accused again of sexual misconduct, insults woman who said he assaulted her

Advocates wonder: Where?s the outreach from Democratic presidential candidates to Latino voters?

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Intense heat wave to strike Paris, shimmer across Europe

Trump imposes new economic sanctions on Iran, adding to tensions

Death toll in Indian encephalitis outbreak rises to 152

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White House to bar Kellyanne Conway from testifying to Congress about alleged violations of Hatch Act

President Trump issues new sanctions on Iran

Military veteran to challenge Shaheen for N.H. Senate seat

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Business agenda

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Jenny Slate is ?deeply in love? with her new boyfriend

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When you?re in Cantina La Mexicana, Union Square is the same as it ever was

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Joyce Pensato, who made cartoon characters complex

Robert Friend, Tuskegee Airman who flew 142 WWII combat missions dies at 99

Adelaide M. Cromwell, BU scholar of Boston?s black upper class, dies at 99