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RNC enters second day with focus shifting to immigration and crime

Conspiracy theories about Trump’s assassination attempt have exploded. Here’s why.

Among the claims: Donald Trump’s blood was fake. The Secret Service clearly anticipated the shooting. Trump’s triumphant, clenched-fist pose was just a little too photogenic to be real.

JD Vance, Trump’s newly chosen VP pick, is closely aligned with him on key issues

Who is Usha Vance, wife of JD Vance? Eight things to know about JD Vance

Harvard grad who sued school alleging it failed to respond to antisemitism to speak at RNC

Shabbos Kestenbaum said the Republican National Committee and the Trump campaign contacted him “about two weeks ago” to speak.

After 10 road deaths in four days, N.H. officials ask drivers to rethink their habits

Among those killed was 8-year-old Aria Enciso of Laconia, who was killed Friday night in a crash in Loudon that also critically injured her 4-year-old brother, Philip, who is in a Boston hospital.

COVID surges to ‘very high’ or ‘high’ levels in dozens of states, including multiple in New England, CDC says

Wastewater surveillance data show that levels of the virus have risen to “very high” or “high” levels in 26 states, including three in New England.
Watch: Does anyone even care about COVID? And does it matter?

Ingrid Andress apologizes for rendition of national anthem, says she was drunk

Police seize 9 mopeds in Downtown Crossing pedestrian zone
“Vehicles are strictly prohibited in the Downtown Crossing pedestrian zone,” police said. “This area is designated for pedestrian use only to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all visitors.”

Greater Boston median home prices topped $960,000 in June
The new record is yet another sobering reminder of how dire the housing affordability crisis has become.

State lawmakers appear skeptical of Mayor Wu’s property tax home rule petition in legislative hearing

Senator Bob Menendez guilty of taking bribes in cash and gold, acting as Egypt’s foreign agent

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy rescued by Coast Guard after his boat goes adrift off Nantucket

Southern Nantucket beaches closed, Vineyard Wind shuts down over turbine damage

 Popular Cape Cod beach remains closed due to concerns over stability of eroding bluffs
DINING OUT | DEVRA FIRST

Amar showcases Portuguese cuisine from on high

Views and service are excellent. Transcendent moments are harder to come by.
What She's Having: After she broke her wrist, her tastes took a turn for the elemental Instant Pot comes to the rescue when it’s too hot to cook

Mass. officials say it could be 8 to 10 years to replace each Cape Cod bridge, project could stretch through 2030s
With billions of dollars already committed, Massachusetts officials said it could take up to a decade to replace each of the aging Cape Cod bridges.

ADRIAN WALKER

‘Raising the age’ for juvenile offenders makes sense

Young offenders punished as adults risk losing a crucial opportunity to get out of the criminal justice system, and get on with life.

Remembering John F. Kennedy Jr., 25 years after his death
"JFK Jr. An Intimate Oral Biography" looks back at the fantastic life, tragic loss, and enduring legacy of America’s beloved son.

innovation beat

Do EVs catch fire more than gas-powered cars? Here’s what the data show.

It’s a common misconception that EVs are more likely to catch fire, maybe because EV fires are more difficult to put out and frequently make the news.
Weather Focus | Ken Mahan and Ivy Scott

Remember when it used to cool down at night? Here’s why we rarely see cooler evenings anymore.

It used to be that summer evenings provided a much-needed break from the heat. But now the days are getting hotter and more humid.
A dam fails after rain, wind, tornadoes pound the Midwest. The Chicago area is cleaning up.

These 4 New England hotels rank among top 100 in the world, according to Travel + Leisure

The full list ranges from a five-star hotel in Doha, Qatar, to a boutique property in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, to private villas in Zimbabwe. But a handful of the world's top hotels are right here in New England.

In the Berkshires, where W.E.B. Du Bois was born, a gathering of Black intellectuals and artists

Now in its third year, The Du Bois Forum seeks to serve as "an incubator, a meeting place, and a resting place."

‘If this happened at a bank, you’d be horrified’: Documentary about Louis C.K. scandal spotlights women

The film explores the C.K. story by spending time with several women who put their own careers on the line to hold him accountable.
Opinion
MARCELA GARCÍA

How to champion Latinx college students in Massachusetts

The question of how to best serve Hispanic students in higher education is imperative from a business and economic standpoint for the Commonwealth.
IDEAS | RAVI IYER

The surgeon general has new social media guidelines. Minnesota already made some of them into law.
NANCY GERTNER

Judge Cannon, who dismissed Trump documents case, follows Justice Clarence Thomas’s unethical lead
JEFF JACOBY

Will Trump’s near-assassination jolt the nation into cooling its apocalyptic rhetoric?

EDITORIAL

An assassin’s bullet shouldn’t stifle debate

Best of the Best

The 8 best burgers around Boston (including a veggie burger — it counts!)

Regina, Si Cara, and 6 more places to find Boston’s best pizza

We searched for Boston’s best breakfasts. These 12 places are winners.

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6-year-old boy in critical condition after being ejected during 2-car crash in Carlisle

A 6-year-old boy was flown to a hospital in Boston after he was ejected from his mother’s vehicle during a two-car crash in Carlisle on Monday night, police said.

Ex-Weymouth police officer sentenced to six months of home confinement

Justin Chappell, 43, was sentenced Tuesday to two years’ supervised release, with the first six months to be served in home confinement. Chappell must also complete 80 hours of community service, the US Attorney's office said.

Police looking for Brockton man accused of fatally shooting teenager at Northborough house party

The shooting occurred at a party in Northborough that was attended by hundreds of people.
Chad Finn | Sports Media

Kayla Burton joins NBC Sports Boston

The network announced Tuesday that Burton will be a multiplatform host and reporter.

Lawyers for Karen Read say judge gave them ‘no opportunity to be heard’ before declaring mistrial in case

The lawyers are asking Judge Beverly Cannone to dismiss charges of second-degree murder and leaving the scene of a crash against Read, claiming that four jurors have indicated they unanimously agreed to acquit on those two counts.

A new online map could reveal some previously hidden gems in the local food system

The goal of the interactive map is to highlight destinations like farms and where to find a memorable meal.

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Boston police use of ‘undercover’ Snapchat accounts at issue in SJC case

The case will weigh the Police Department’s argument the release of the information will expose sensitive investigative techniques against civil liberty groups’ concerns about racial profiling and discriminatory tactics.

chesto means business
The Krafts’ road to an Everett soccer stadium for the Revolution goes through Boston — and Mayor Wu
It’s not time to blow the whistle on this game quite yet. Why not? The main road into Everett goes through Boston — and Mayor Michelle Wu.

Anchors leaving. Low viewership. No helicopter. At the Boston 25 TV news station, uncertainty reigns.
At least 13 anchors, producers, reporters, and other employees have left Boston 25 since the start of the year.

AS I SEE IT
The majestic bald eagle is thriving again, to the delight of Massachusetts birders and photographers alike
The comeback of the bald eagle in Massachusetts since DDT decimated them in the mid-20th century has been impressive. In 1967 they were listed as endangered. Now they are thriving.

Culture & Lifestyle

Slam poets unite at second annual NorthBeast Poetry Slam

In the Berkshires, where W.E.B. Du Bois was born, a gathering of Black intellectuals and artists

‘Twisters’: The answer is blowin’ in the wind

Beau McCall, a.k.a. The Button Man, blurs the lines between art, fashion, and craft

Special Projects

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

Data show that these Celtics are truly extraordinary, a team of uncommon prowess on both ends of the court
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

MARCELA GARCÍA

How to champion Latinx college students in Massachusetts
Patricia O’Toole

Woodrow Wilson shows how much can go wrong with an incapacitated president
IDEAS | STEPHEN ASMA

Plato saw someone like Joe Biden coming
IDEAS | MIKE ORCUTT

A First Amendment fight for the future of the internet
Jean McGuire and Louis Elisa

Don’t sell out the people who use Franklin Park
IDEAS

Blueprints for a new downtown Boston

Metro

live updates

RNC enters second day with focus shifting to immigration and crime

Trump selected Senator JD Vance of Ohio as his 2024 running mate, elevating a hard-edged loyalist who will amplify the polarizing MAGA populism of the Republican ticket.
Forecast | Ken Mahan

Strong to severe thunderstorms tonight as the dog days of summer trudge on

High humidity will stick around Tuesday but with a strong breeze.
ADRIAN WALKER

‘Raising the age’ for juvenile offenders makes sense

Young offenders punished as adults risk losing a crucial opportunity to get out of the criminal justice system, and get on with life.

After 10 road deaths in four days, N.H. officials ask drivers to rethink their habits

Among those killed was 8-year-old Aria Enciso of Laconia, who was killed Friday night in a crash in Loudon that also critically injured her 4-year-old brother, Philip, who is in a Boston hospital.

Sports

SOCCER

Lionel Messi is likely to miss at least next two games for Inter Miami with ankle injury

The Argentine superstar will undergo further testing to determine the severity of the injury he suffered in Sunday's Copa America final.
mlb draft 2024

Meet the newest Red Sox prospects selected in the 2024 MLB Draft

Boston wrapped up its amateur draft by selecting the son of one of the most iconic players in franchise history.
Patriots positional preview: Quarterbacks

Patriots quarterback preview: With training camp approaching, here’s the outlook under center

Jacoby Brissett is theoretically the bridge guy who will occupy the starting job until Drake Maye, taken third overall this spring, is ready.
BASKETBALL

Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, father of Kobe, dies at 69
BRITISH OPEN

No. 1 Scottie Scheffler eyes the claret jug at the British Open while embracing his role as the best player in the world
SOCCER

Fenway Sports Group end talks to buy struggling French soccer powerhouse Bordeaux

Business

New England fishermen sentenced in complex herring fraud case

The fishermen were sentenced for "knowingly subverting commercial fishing reporting requirements" in a scheme involving Atlantic herring, prosecutors said in a statement.
innovation beat

Do EVs catch fire more than gas-powered cars? Here’s what the data show.

It’s a common misconception that EVs are more likely to catch fire, maybe because EV fires are more difficult to put out and frequently make the news.

State lawmakers appear skeptical of Mayor Wu’s property tax home rule petition in legislative hearing

IMF sees signs of cooling in US economy
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CONNECTIONS

The bridge in Beverly, my connection from my past to my present
Your Week Ahead

Five things to do around Boston, July 15-21

metro

Remember when it used to cool down at night? Here’s why we rarely see cooler evenings anymore.

Smoking materials cited in Revere fire that left man, 80, dead, fire officials say

R.I. couple trafficked cocaine inside items like Bluetooth speakers, wine holders, DOJ says

sports

Patriots announce staff moves for 2024 season

Illegal gambling charges against Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte dropped by Louisiana

At Summer League, Jaylen Brown talks about his Team USA snub, and says he will use it as motivation

business

Prime Day sales jump

Southern Nantucket beaches closed, Vineyard Wind shuts down over turbine damage

Greater Boston median home prices topped $960,000 in June

politics

RNC enters second day with focus shifting to immigration and crime

Police shooting that leaves 1 dead near Republican National Convention angers Milwaukee residents

JD Vance is a relative political unknown. He’s been asked to help Donald Trump avenge his loss.

Nation

A dam fails after rain, wind, tornadoes pound the Midwest. The Chicago area is cleaning up.

Senator Bob Menendez guilty of taking bribes in cash and gold, acting as Egypt’s foreign agent

COVID surges to ‘very high’ or ‘high’ levels in dozens of states, including multiple in New England, CDC says

World

French president accepts prime minister’s resignation but keeps him as head of caretaker government

Israeli military says it will begin drafting ultra-Orthodox men. That could rattle the government.

Taiwan’s blunt-talking leader faces China’s backlash

opinion

Does the punishment fit the crime?

‘Why and While America Slept’ by John F. Kennedy and Winston Churchill

How do rental brokers benefit renters?

lifestyle

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy rescued by Coast Guard after his boat goes adrift off Nantucket

In 225-square-feet, The Old Baby is a ‘merch booth’ for P-town

Iced coffee, fashion show, and a musician’s dream festival: Free and discounted Boston offers this week

food & dining

Amar showcases Portuguese cuisine from on high

How to use a bunch of basil and think beyond pesto

Instant Pot comes to the rescue when it’s too hot to cook

travel

These 4 New England hotels rank among top 100 in the world, according to Travel + Leisure

Three summer music festivals, a Palm Springs spa, and relief from tired legs

Making the most of a skip-gen vacation

Arts

Beau McCall, a.k.a. The Button Man, blurs the lines between art, fashion, and craft

The Trump photo: clenching a fist, clinching an election?

Laura Scheuerell merges memories, stories, and stuff in her evocative mixed-media work

Books

Remembering John F. Kennedy Jr., 25 years after his death

True tale of Natick neighborhood kids inspires new children’s book ‘Rainbow Allies’

‘Every age gets the Arthur it deserves,’ says Lev Grossman

Movies

‘Twisters’: The answer is blowin’ in the wind

‘If this happened at a bank, you’d be horrified’: Documentary about Louis C.K. scandal spotlights women

From apocalyptic action to vacation comedies, here are 20 hot and cold-themed movies to stream this summer

Television

Small roles, big presence

Natalie Portman is on the case in ‘Lady in the Lake,’ on Apple TV+

James Sikking, costar of ‘Hill Street Blues’ and ‘Doogie Howser, MD,’ dies at 90

music

Jack Black ends Tenacious D tour after bandmate’s Trump shooting comment

The War and Treaty started when two homeless musicians made a business plan. Now they’re playing Gillette.

Newport Festivals Foundation and The Met School are training the next generation of musicians in Newport, R.I.

Theater/Dance

The power of ‘Hoops’

Eight enticing dance events to enjoy before fall

10 promising theatrical productions in the offing, including ‘Westminster,’ ‘Hoops,’ and ‘Tootsie’

Health

What’s next for Roger Williams Medical Center? CEO warns Boston University could terminate affiliation, court docs show.

Fatal overdoses drop in R.I. for the first time in five years

Prospect Medical Holdings, the owner of 2 Rhode Island hospitals, was under investigation by DOJ

Obituaries

Evan Wright, unflinching author of ‘Generation Kill,’ dies at 59

James Sikking, costar of ‘Hill Street Blues’ and ‘Doogie Howser, MD,’ dies at 90

Jacoby Jones, whose electric return game helped the Ravens win a Super Bowl, dies at 40