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Digital forensic specialist testifies that ‘hos long to die in cold’ phone search made after discovery of John O’Keefe’s body

Testimony was delayed Friday when the judge temporarily ordered courtroom cameras shut off and a juror was dismissed.
Watch live: Testimony continues in Karen Read trial

Beth Teitell
So help us God. Thanks to Trooper Proctor, the Karen Read trial gets even uglier.
The lead investigator was forced to read his vile texts out loud. He used vulgar words for women and people with intellectual disabilities. Said he hoped Read “kills herself.” He’s sorry now. That he’s been caught.

What to know about Michael Proctor

Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era ban on bump stocks, rapid-fire gun accessories used in 2017 Las Vegas massacre

The high court found 6-3 the Trump administration did not follow federal law when it banned bump stocks after a gunman in Las Vegas attacked a country music festival with assault rifles in 2017.
Read the complete Supreme Court ruling Here are the major cases the Supreme Court will decide on in the coming weeks

‘If we lose the hospital, where are we going to go?’ A community is on edge amid Steward bankruptcy.
There are no clear answers to questions facing communities like Haverhill that are home to Steward hospitals in Massachusetts and across the country.

Judge approves new Steward lifeline as dispute surfaces over hospital sales

‘Falling into disrepair’: Two R.I. safety-net hospitals riddled with bed bugs, dirty water, and serious safety hazards, court docs say

City of Boston approves new measures to protect Long Wharf from flooding

Four tourists injured near Boston Common after they verbally intervene in road rage incident

Food delivery driver in Allston stabbed, slashed on arms and hands, apparently by angry customers

Boston firefighter suspended following ‘hostile’ email calling for sidewalk repairs outside JP firehouse

Is the best lobster roll hot or cold? Two Globe writers face off.

Let’s be clear: All lobster rolls are good lobster rolls. But in the game of "if you could only eat just one variety for the rest of time," which is superior: Hot with butter or cold with mayo? There's a lot to chew on.
Your view: Is the best lobster roll served hot or cold?
CHRISTOPER MUTHER

Our travel writer shares his New England summertime favorites, from the best beach to the perfect miniature golf course

Friends, here it is, the inaugural edition of Christopher Muther’s Completely Random and Highly Personal Best-of List.
NBA Finals, Game 4 | Celtics at Mavericks, Tonight at 8:30 p.m.

‘My heart was hurting every day:’ Xavier Tillman keeps his late father close amid this Celtics title push

Roosevelt Tillman, 58, died unexpectedly May 19 at his home in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Chad Finn: Tillman’s contribution in Game 3 was the stuff championships are made of Game 4 preview: Is tonight the night Boston captures Banner No. 18?

With the Celtics on cusp of banner 18, meet some old-school fans who remember first 17

The Celtics are eyeing an 18th championship. But for some young fans, this would be a first.

ALEX SPEIER
Recalling the epic Luis Tiant-Nolan Ryan pitchers’ duel in 1974 — something it’s safe to say we’ll never see again
50 years ago in Anaheim, Ryan went 13 innings and Tiant 14⅓ in a battle of wills between competitors who simply would not give in.

Righthander Tanner Houck is making his case for the All-Star Game ‘There’s still dark days.’ Red Sox’ Trevor Story discusses the mental toll of his season-ending injury.
Kevin Paul Dupont | On Second Thought

Let the record show that Major League Baseball now truly recognizes Negro leagues stars such as Josh Gibson

The reasoning behind MLB’s decision to reach back in history and rewrite its hallowed record book no doubt will be debated for decades.
Forecast | Ken Mahan

We’re in for a muggy, stormy day. Here’s when the thunderstorms will arrive.

Gusty strong to severe thunderstorms will move into the region this afternoon, possibly disrupting the evening commute.
Dinner with Cupid

‘Opening up to a lawyer during a blind date is not easy!’

Will these two Duke University alums be a match?
Cold Case Files

‘I don’t know why they’re not talking.’ People know who killed Charline Rosemond. They’re not cooperating with police.

Charline Rosemond borrowed her father’s car to go to work one morning in 2009. Almost a week later, she was found dead in Somerville.
Money, Power, Inequality

The deed restrictions debate: How to balance affordable homeownership and wealth building?

Deed restrictions in income-restricted units have sparked debate about balancing individual wealth building with limiting gentrification.
BUZZSAW | MATTHEW GILBERT

David E. Kelley has made dozens of shows. These are the best and worst.

The writer-producer has created 29 series in the last 35 years, including his new one on Apple TV+, “Presumed Innocent." But they haven't all been winners. Here are my favorites and least favorites.
Opinion
MARCELA GARCÍA

The Karen Read trial and TikTok bias

Consuming news on TikTok is becoming an irresponsible endeavor because most news-related content on the platform is basically infotainment.
Renée Graham

Flagging Martha-Ann Alito’s right-wing flag-flying antics
Hugh Taylor

Primary care is in crisis. Here’s how to fix it.
EDITORIAL

The Supreme Court delivered a win for abortion access, but the war is far from over
IDEAS | SEÁN CARLSON

What’s in a name? In Ireland, a host of letters that Americans find hard to pronounce

LGBTQ Pride Month
Boston Globe Today

‘Pride is a riot’: Elevating queer voices and stories in June

Boston Pride parade awash in positivity

See photos of Boston’s Pride parade on a sunny and colorful day
PARENTING UNFILTERED

How parents can support LGBTQ+ youth in an often hostile world

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Appeals court rules for worker in back-pay lawsuit against Herb Chambers auto dealerships
Decision could open the door for class-action suit over back pay; Chambers plans to file appeal with SJC.

Couples ask judge to find Alabama law that provides legal immunity to IVF providers unconstitutional
The new statute, which took effect immediately, shields providers from prosecution and civil lawsuits “for the damage to or death of an embryo” during IVF services.

Retired Florida doctor arrested on yacht in Nantucket last year pleads guilty to gun, drug charges
Scott Burke was arrested after authorities allegedly found drugs, guns, and a distressed woman on his boat.

Mother sues Marblehead schools over restraint tactics allegedly used on third-grader

A lawsuit filed Wednesday alleges there were “at least eleven incidents” from September to December where school employees physically restrained the 9-year-old boy, in some cases triggering his asthma attacks and requiring emergency medical attention.

Putin vows truce if Ukraine exits Moscow-occupied areas and drops NATO bid — a nonstarter for Kyiv

There was no immediate comment from Ukraine on Russian President Vladimir Putin's proposal.

Israelis and Palestinians are hopeful but cautious over latest cease-fire proposal

A proposed cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas is raising hopes across the Middle East and beyond that eight months of fighting could soon come to an end.
RI POLITICS

With R.I. legislative session done, attention shifts to campaign season

Representative Camille Vella-Wilkinson, a Warwick Democrat, won’t seek re-election after eight years in the House. Representative Brandon Potter, a Cranston Democrat, might face a primary.

Boston high school student, 18, shot after graduation ceremony at ICA in Seaport; expected to survive, police say
The 18-year-old was shot around 11:45 a.m. in a Seaport parking garage following an “altercation,” Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox said.

New Hampshire kills bill to legalize recreational marijuana

While an effort to do so cleared the Senate, the proposal didn’t have enough support in the House.
Cannabis can set sail to the Vineyard and Nantucket

Recommended reads

A 23-minute ride for $3.52: Boston’s food delivery drivers are getting squeezed from all sides

With little oversight from app-based companies, a largely migrant workforce trying to make ends meet is rushing around the city — and raising safety concerns — to satisfy the insatiable demand for takeout.
Read in Spanish | Leer en español.

The 15 most memorable moments from Tom Brady’s Patriots Hall of Fame ceremony
More than 60,000 fans packed into Gillette Stadium for the legendary quarterback’s return.

WBZ announces new morning show anchors following high-profile departures of Liam Martin, Kate Merrill
The revamped program will reunite two WBZ journalists who had previously co-anchored the station’s 5:30 p.m. show.

Brian McGrory
Medical Properties Trust: A place where failure seems to pay
There may not be another group of people in the entire working world who are rewarded better to fail more spectacularly than the fortunate people atop Medical Properties Trust.

Culture & Lifestyle

Six Bay State film fests and events to soak up this summer

First trailer for Matt Damon and Casey Affleck’s ‘The Instigators’ features Fenway, Gronk, and a whole lot of Boston

Photographer turns subjects into life-sized ‘American Girl’ dolls, with an Indigenous twist

A geek’s guide to Fan Expo Boston: See Marisa Tomei and other stars, party with cosplayers, plus more nerdy fun

Special Projects

Where do the 2023-24 Celtics stand among the greatest teams in NBA history?

If Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown beat the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals and carry the team to Banner No. 18, their legacies would be cemented. But all of this year’s success means nothing without a ring.
HIGH & DRY

Priced out: How Boston’s broken liquor license system drives chefs from the city

A stubbornly high price tag for serving alcohol hurts thousands of hospitality workers, aspiring restaurateurs, and the city itself.
Interactive map

Pothole season is upon us. See which neighborhoods have the most reports

Boston’s 311 data provides a day-by-day look at the condition of the city’s streets and sidewalks, which neighborhoods are hit hardest, and just how fast repairs are made.

Nightmare in Mission Hill

The story of how a murder in Mission Hill — the Carol Stuart shooting — terrorized and wounded a community of innocent people.

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

IDEAS | DAVID SCHARFENBERG

‘White Poverty’ and the limits of progressive empathy
JOAN VENNOCHI

Crude and sexist State Police investigator compromises Karen Read trial

Carine Hajjar

Could Massachusetts’ losses be Kelly Ayotte’s gain?
Joan Donovan

Beware of identity fraud empowered by generative AI
JEFF JACOBY

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IDEAS

Blueprints for a new downtown Boston

Metro

Digital forensic specialist testifies that ‘hos long to die in cold’ phone search made after discovery of John O’Keefe’s body

Testimony was delayed Friday when the judge temporarily ordered courtroom cameras shut off and a juror was dismissed.

Four tourists injured near Boston Common after they verbally intervene in road rage incident

The four people were walking near the MBTA Park Street station on Tremont Street just before midnight when they spotted two groups arguing in a road rage incident, police said.

Rabbi Moshe Kotlarsky, 75, dies; expanded Chabad’s global reach

Rabbi Moshe Kotlarsky, who helped establish scores of outposts around the world for the Chabad-Lubavitch Hasidic movement and served as a global ambassador of sorts to aid its far-flung emissaries in accomplishing their mission of revitalizing Jewish life, died June 4 at his home in Brooklyn’s Crown Heights neighborhood, the seat of the movement. He was 75.
RI POLITICS

With R.I. legislative session done, attention shifts to campaign season

Representative Camille Vella-Wilkinson, a Warwick Democrat, won’t seek re-election after eight years in the House. Representative Brandon Potter, a Cranston Democrat, might face a primary.

Sports

Kevin Paul Dupont | On Second Thought

Let the record show that Major League Baseball now truly recognizes Negro leagues stars such as Josh Gibson

The reasoning behind MLB’s decision to reach back in history and rewrite its hallowed record book no doubt will be debated for decades.
red sox

‘There’s still dark days.’ Red Sox’ Trevor Story discusses the mental toll of his season-ending injury.

The shortstop, plagued by injuries since he signed here, is in a challenging rehab process, but he believes it has given him some valuable perspective.
Yankees at Red Sox | 6:30 p.m. (NESN)

Game 70: Yankees at Red Sox lineups and notes

Brayan Bello will be on the mound as the Red Sox open a three-game series with New York at Fenway Park. First pitch is 6:30 p.m.
Celtics at Mavericks | 8:30 p.m. (ABC)

Celtics at Mavericks Game 4 preview: Is tonight the night Boston captures Banner No. 18?
Red Sox

Red Sox righthander Tanner Houck is making his case for the All-Star Game
alex speier

Recalling the epic Luis Tiant-Nolan Ryan pitchers’ duel in 1974 — something it’s safe to say we’ll never see again

Business

Self-flying plane startup lands $105 million defense contract

Boston-based Merlin previously raised $120 million to develop a system that could one day take over co-piloting duties in commercial and civilian aircraft.

Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era ban on bump stocks, rapid-fire gun accessories used in 2017 Las Vegas massacre

The high court found 6-3 the Trump administration did not follow federal law when it banned bump stocks after a gunman in Las Vegas attacked a country music festival with assault rifles in 2017.

City of Boston approves new measures to protect Long Wharf from flooding

Pope Francis will be the first pontiff to address a G7 summit. He’s raising the alarm about AI.
magazine
PERSPECTIVE

Want to bridge the wealth gap? Teach entrepreneurship.

MISS CONDUCT

For a condo board trustee, neighbors demand much time

Globe Magazine

In New England, a tree-killing worm may spell the end of autumn’s yellow hues
Cooking

On the grill or in the oven, these skewer recipes are great for pork, chicken, and beef

metro

‘I don’t know why they’re not talking.’ People know who killed Charline Rosemond. They’re not cooperating with police.

So help us God. Thanks to Trooper Proctor, the Karen Read trial gets even uglier.

A crucial step forward for vulnerable Rhode Island families

sports

‘My heart was hurting every day:’ Xavier Tillman keeps his late father close amid this Celtics title push

Chris Larnard’s blazing final lap paces BC High to New Balance Nationals championship in 4xMile relay

Red Sox seemingly take a huge step with series win over Phillies, but the Yankees are up next

business

G7 leaders tackle the issue of migration on the second day of their summit in Italy

Appeals court rules for worker in back-pay lawsuit against Herb Chambers auto dealerships

‘Falling into disrepair’: Two R.I. safety-net hospitals riddled with bed bugs, dirty water, and serious safety hazards, court docs say

politics

Couples ask judge to find Alabama law that provides legal immunity to IVF providers unconstitutional

Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era ban on bump stocks, rapid-fire gun accessories used in 2017 Las Vegas massacre

Here are the major cases the Supreme Court will decide on in the coming weeks

Nation

Donald Trump’s 78th birthday becomes a show of loyalty for his fans and fellow Republicans

US Catholic bishops offer apology to Indigenous Catholics, approve new outreach

Demolition of the Parkland classroom building where 17 died in 2018 shooting is set to begin

World

The US pier in Gaza is facing its latest challenge — whether the UN will keep delivering the aid

Pope Francis will be the first pontiff to address a G7 summit. He’s raising the alarm about AI.

G7 leaders tackle the issue of migration on the second day of their summit in Italy

opinion

Boston City Council budget is fair; members should override Wu’s veto

NH elections work; state shouldn’t require proof of citizenship to vote

State aid should focus on helping low-income students obtain college degrees

lifestyle

For Father’s Day, 60 life lessons from 60 dads

I don’t want to be friends with cheaters

Feels like home

food & dining

Is the best lobster roll hot or cold? Two Globe writers face off.

The Friendly Toast goes nut-free, Zurito replaces Bin 26 Enoteca, and pups take over patios

It’s not your imagination. Men really do eat more meat than women, study says.

travel

Our travel writer shares his New England summertime favorites, from the best beach to the perfect miniature golf course

This South Shore town was selected as the best seaside small town to visit in America in 2024, according to Smithsonian Magazine

The TSA cracked down on Donny Osmond and his carry-on bag full of apples

Arts

Sarah Ganz Blythe to lead Harvard Art Museums

Fruitlands Museum to reopen its galleries with three exhibitions focused on Native American Art

A ‘Meadow’ in the Fenway and a ‘Glacier’ in Kenmore Square

Books

‘Code Dependent’ dives into AI’s harms

A geek’s guide to Fan Expo Boston: See Marisa Tomei and other stars, party with cosplayers, plus more nerdy fun

A new volume on home design, a poetry festival in Vermont, and a bookish Juneteenth in Cambridge

Movies

Six Bay State film fests and events to soak up this summer

‘Tuesday’: Death, be not proud

First trailer for Matt Damon and Casey Affleck’s ‘The Instigators’ features Fenway, Gronk, and a whole lot of Boston

Television

David E. Kelley has made dozens of shows. These are the best and worst.

Will ‘Trust’ be as inventive as the novel on which it is based?

A geek’s guide to Fan Expo Boston: See Marisa Tomei and other stars, party with cosplayers, plus more nerdy fun

music

Five things to do around Boston, June 17-23

R.E.M. reunite at Songwriters Hall of Fame ceremony also honoring Timbaland and Steely Dan

The Who’s Roger Daltrey, talkin’ ’bout his generation

Theater/Dance

At ART, a ‘Gatsby’ that’s great

Moonwalking into Boston: ‘MJ: The Musical’ comes to Citizens Opera House

Who will win at the 2024 Tonys, and who should

Health

Owner of 2 safety-net hospitals in R.I. ordered to pay $17m within 10 days

In CVS’s home state, pharmacists in 2 retail stores vote to unionize

What we’re starting to learn about H5N1 in cows, and the risk to people

Obituaries

Rabbi Moshe Kotlarsky, 75, dies; expanded Chabad’s global reach

Harrison White, groundbreaking (and inscrutable) sociologist, dies at 94

Akira Endo, researcher who found cholesterol-fighting statins, dies at 90