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Boston councilors push for hundreds more liquor licenses in certain neighborhoods

A trio of Boston city councilors are pushing for hundreds more liquor licenses in the city, specifically in neighborhoods of color where there is a paucity of restaurants that can legally serve booze.

Boston Marathon will not allow runners from Russia or Belarus to participate in 2022 race
“We believe that running is a global sport, and as such, we must do what we can to show our support to the people of Ukraine," said BAA president Tom Grilk.

US targets Putin’s daughters, Russian banks in new sanctions

The moves against Sberbank and Alfa Bank prohibit assets from touching the US financial system and bar Americans from doing business with those institutions.

Chicopee school superintendent arrested on federal charge of lying about alleged threatening text message plot

Chicopee Public Schools Superintendent Lynn A. Clark was arrested Wednesday on a federal charge of lying to investigators about 99 threatening text messages she allegedly sent to a candidate for the city’s police chief position, in a no-holds-barred effort to get the candidate to withdraw their application, authorities said.

See the highest paid city employees in Boston in 2021

The vast majority of top earners, all of whom made more than Boston’s city councilors and Mayor Michelle Wu, worked for the Boston Police and Boston Fire departments.
The top 2021 overtime earner in the Boston city workforce? Not a cop.

The problem with lunch
Returning office workers are facing an unanticipated struggle: tell me again how to eat in the office?

THE FINE PRINT

She was injured in a Green Line crash. It took the T eight months to pay her bills.

A July collision on Commonwealth Avenue sent Hannah Rosenberg to the hospital. Then, getting the MBTA to cover the $1,000 she owed in medical bills proved to be almost as painful as the crash.
Forecast | Dave Epstein

More rain on the way to New England, before next week’s gloriousness

It will rain more this week, with showers possible Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. But things will get milder next week and it's possible that Boston could be looking at least one day near or exceeding 70 degrees for some really wonderful spring weather.

Serena Williams opens up about her near-fatal postpartum experience

The tennis superstar recounts her 2017 postpartum trials in a new essay for Elle. The first-person essay is adapted from Williams’ contribution to the new anthology “Arrival Stories: Women Share Their Experiences of Becoming Mothers,” published Tuesday.
Opinion
Joan Vennochi

When it comes to solving the problem of ‘Mass. and Cass,’ Boston is on its own

NIMBY-ism still rules, within the city and beyond.
IDEAS | MARTIN ROOKE

Are young people ambivalent about Ukraine — or about the news?
Daniel Chirot

If Putin’s Russia can’t fulfill his autocratic goal, who will he turn to for help?
JEFF JACOBY

Mississippi’s mainstream abortion law
EDITORIAL

Did Boston’s new outdoor dining rules have to be so cumbersome?
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NOTE: Mass DPH releases data Monday-Friday. Fully vaccinated means Mass. residents with 2 doses of Moderna/Pfizer vaccine or a dose of J&J. Boosters include Pfizer or Moderna. Mass. population of 6,892,503 is used to calculate vaccination percentages. SOURCE: Mass. Dept. of Public Health
The Globe turns 150

150 YEARS OF THE BOSTON GLOBE

Scenes from a century and a half, as covered by the Boston Globe. We revisit some of the most impactful stories Globe journalists have covered, look back at 150 significant front pages, reflect on how the newsroom and Boston have changed, and much, much more.
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Attorneys general of six states, including Mass., threaten to investigate NFL’s treatment of female employees
The letter from the attorneys general came as the NFL is facing a congressional inquiry into the workplace treatment of female employees at its Washington franchise and a discrimination lawsuit by Brian Flores.

Some voters ponder sitting out midterms over student loan inaction, posing peril for Democrats
Progressive lawmakers and strategists warn that President Biden’s inaction on student loan debt forgiveness could cost them control of Congress, turning off voters.

Wu announces that Boston will buy 20 electric school buses
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu called the $7 million expenditure on new electric school buses "an investment in our future."

And the new Rhode Island license plate is: Waves! Again!
The new plate, designed by South Kingstown resident William Van Lanker, is an homage to the old design. “It’s an evolution, not a revolution,” he told the Globe. “It keeps some of those things so people see it and say, ‘Yeah that’s Rhode Island.’ There’s a lot of brand equity in the wave.”

Man suffers life-threatening injuries after being struck by commuter rail train in Ayer
The man was hit by a train on the Fitchburg line of the commuter rail at 3:40 p.m. Wednesday. He was taken to a hospital for treatment of serious injuries Transit Police said.

Love Letters
‘He said we are still together . . . but not dating.’ What?
Her boyfriend put their relationship on pause. What happens next?

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ART REVIEW

From Ukraine to Maine: How Louise Nevelson’s roots shaped her into one of the most important artists of the 20th century

Her story illuminates what can happen when doors open, not close.

ADRIAN WALKER
Move of Benjamin Franklin Institute reflects broader change in Nubian Square
An area that has long gone neglected and shunned is finally realizing its potential.

GLOBE MAGAZINE
Kendall Square has a diversity problem. These women are trying to solve it.
The thriving ecosystem in Cambridge drives innovation, but has fallen short when it comes to integrating women and minorities.

Memories of Bedford woman’s 1971 slaying haunt victim’s relatives
Jon Fredriksen still remembers the moment his father told him that his aunt had been murdered. It was 1971, and he was 18 years old.

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Culture & Lifestyle

Working On It

A friendly self-help book for lesbian, bisexual, and queer women that answers all the big questions
CRITIC'S NOTEBOOK

Not content to be the story, celebrities want to be the storyteller, too

Daryl Hall showcases the music he’s made in his ‘alternative world’ as a solo artist

Phil Hopkins has dabbled in movie restoration for years. Now, he oversees an empire of film weirdness

Special Projects

Spotlight Team investigation

Unfinished Justice

The state’s high court in 2017 struck down a murder law that had condemned men who never killed to die behind bars. But what about those already facing that dire penalty? They are waiting.

Into the Red: How the Globe will cover climate change

To report on the most pressing issue of our time, the Globe’s climate team is expanding and rethinking its coverage.
Jeneé Osterheldt

A Beautiful Resistance

Black joy, Black lives, as celebrated by culture columnist Jeneé Osterheldt.

‘On the Street’: The changing face of Greater Boston neighborhoods

The changing face of Greater Boston neighborhoods.

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

JEFF JACOBY

Mississippi’s mainstream abortion law
EDITORIAL

Did Boston’s new outdoor dining rules have to be so cumbersome?
IDEAS | MARTIN ROOKE

Are young people ambivalent about Ukraine — or about the news?
SCOT LEHIGH

Key takeaways from Russia’s brutalizing of Ukraine
RENÉE GRAHAM

Three GOP senators will vote for Ketanji Brown Jackson. Don’t call it bipartisanship.
IDEAS | BEN KISSAM

Confessions of a professional clickbait writer

Metro

RI POLITICS

Commerce Secretary Raimondo tests positive for COVID-19 after Gridiron Club dinner

The former Rhode Island governor is fully vaccinated and boosted, and said she is “confident that this vaccine is the reason I don’t have more severe symptoms.”
YVONNE ABRAHAM

Election day voter registration in Mass. shouldn’t be this hard to achieve

Studies show that same-day registration boosts voter turnout, especially among younger voters, people of color, and low-income people, according to Demos, a progressive think tank.

A tugboat comes to UPS’s rescue

41 North Offshore, a New Bedford shipper, has submitted an application to the Steamship Authority requesting permission to make up to 70 additional trips to Nantucket this year with one of its tug boats and a 130-foot barge.

Mothers Out Front Newton has a message: ‘Gas: not safe, not clean, not green.’

Volunteers with Mothers Out Front Newton installed an exhibit at the Newton Free Library for the month of March as part of the climate organization’s Triage and Transition campaign.

Sports

Frozen Four

Michigan, Denver bring plenty of history to Frozen Four showdown

The two programs have racked up more national titles than any other.
GIRLS' LACROSSE | PLAYERS TO WATCH

EMass girls’ lacrosse: Boston Latin’s Reagan O’Brien headlines Players to Watch

The Johns Hopkins-bound two-year captain compiled 127 goals, 38 assists, 138 draw controls, 109 caused turnovers, and 93 ground balls as a junior last spring.
Sports Log

Bills and Stefon Diggs agree to four-year, $96 million contract extension

Diggs racked up 1,225 yards and 10 touchdowns last season.
Baseball notebook

Alex Rodriguez on the Hall of Fame: ‘I hope I get in one day’
High schools

State Supreme Judicial Court hears arguments in MIAA eligibility dispute involving bullying
TREVOR HASS | GIRLS' LACROSSE NOTEBOOK

Walpole’s Natalie Griffin eager to complete the final step of her recovery from a right ACL tear by returning to the field again

Business

Larry Edelman

The one where I try to clear up confusion over unemployment overpayments

If you have appealed an overpayment or filed for a financial hardship waiver, hang in there. If you have done nothing, do yourself a favor and file for a waiver now.

House panel grills oil company executives on high gasoline prices

The top executives of six of the nation’s largest oil and gas companies testified before Congress on Wednesday, at a time when high gas prices have become a political flash point in Washington and across the country.

Fed minutes showed ‘many’ officials in favor of big rate increase

Russia to pay bonds in rubles, which may cause default
magazine
Social media

Are young women catching ‘TikTok tics’ from social media? The answer is complex.
COOKING

Recipes: Ham, gruyère, and asparagus tartines make Easter brunch easy
Dinner with Cupid

Blind date: ‘She loves boating. I get very seasick.’

He lost his arm in an accident. A new surgery and a bionic prosthetic are giving him back unprecedented control.

metro

Boston councilors push for hundreds more liquor licenses in certain neighborhoods

More rain on the way to New England, before next week’s gloriousness

City closes Mattapan’s only public swimming pool, citing staff shortages

sports

Boston Marathon will not allow runners from Russia or Belarus to participate in 2022 race

DeVante Parker hooks up with some new Patriots teammates for a workout

Attorneys general of six states, including Mass., threaten to investigate NFL’s treatment of female employees

business

Here’s what to know about President Biden extending student loan freeze through August

The Happiest Place on Earth wants to make its workers happier

Scientists pinpoint genes that dramatically increase risk of schizophrenia

politics

Attorney Garland Merrick Garland tests positive for COVID-19

House debates contempt for Scavino, Navarro in Jan. 6 probe

‘Amazon, here we come,’ Biden says after New York union vote

Nation

Help wanted: adjunct professor, must have doctorate. Salary: $0.

Should you get that second booster shot? Here’s what you need to know.

No charges against police in Amir Locke shooting

World

The site called ‘Machu Picchu’ had another name first, researchers say

El Salvador’s new law on gangs raises censorship fears

In South Korea, Ukraine war revives the nuclear question

opinion

Hmm, this sure doesn’t sound like the voice of a psychic friend

Key takeaways from Russia’s brutalizing of Ukraine

Three GOP senators will vote for Ketanji Brown Jackson. Don’t call it bipartisanship.

lifestyle

Gronk Fitness to open gym in new luxury residential building in Boston

Serena Williams opens up about her near-fatal postpartum experience

An Alaskan bush mail run delivers plenty of packages — and one unforgettable experience

food & dining

At Ovenbird Café, a Belmont staple soars even higher

Miznon opens in the Seaport; ‘Top Chef’ sensation Spike Mendelsohn opens a plant-burger spot at Whole Foods

On Providence’s East Side, a new speakeasy offers plant-based mocktails, cocktails, and elevated bites

travel

An Alaskan bush mail run delivers plenty of packages — and one unforgettable experience

At Logan event announcing new flights to UK, JetBlue CEO also launches apology tour

Melanie Moore on cappuccino, carbs, and the California coast

Arts

From Ukraine to Maine: How Louise Nevelson’s roots shaped her into one of the most important artists of the 20th century

‘Becoming Trees,’ and learning from them, at Concord Center for the Visual Arts

Restless and uncertain, the first Whitney Biennial since the pandemic began begs the question: Where do we go from here?

Books

A friendly self-help book for lesbian, bisexual, and queer women that answers all the big questions

Serena Williams opens up about her near-fatal postpartum experience

Kendall Square has a diversity problem. These women are trying to solve it.

Movies

Chris Pine and Thandiwe Newton sharpen ‘All the Old Knives’ on Amazon Prime

Doc Talk: Making music again, overthrowing an autocrat, confronting captors

Looking at the nonfiction side of this year’s Wicked Queer film festival

Television

An April shower of intriguing TV shows

Looking for a fun binge? Try ‘The Afterparty.’

Estelle Harris brought a high volume of laughs to ‘Seinfeld’

music

At Royale, Perfume Genius weaves delicacy and grandeur

Nine Inch Nails announced as the new headliner at Boston Calling

Daryl Hall showcases the music he’s made in his ‘alternative world’ as a solo artist

Theater/Dance

A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham brings distinctive dance aesthetic to the ICA

Not content to be the story, celebrities want to be the storyteller, too

New Rep, new approach: Watertown theater reopening with a changed focus

globe local

Mothers Out Front Newton has a message: ‘Gas: not safe, not clean, not green.’

‘These are exceptional times’: Newton South yearbooks chronicle student life during pandemic

‘It’s how I make sense of the world’: Newton attorney fashions song-writing into a book

Obituaries

Vladimir Zhirinovsky, ultranationalist Russian political leader, dies at 75

Bobby Rydell, ‘60s teen idol and ‘Bye Bye Birdie’ star, dies

Gene Shue, All-Star and longtime NBA coach, dies at 90