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Ex-Chelsea housing chief faces new charges

Michael McLaughlin was indicted along with two others for allegedly rigging federal housing inspections.

Tsarnaev college friend asks judge to let him discuss case

The lawyer for Azamat Tazhayakov asked a judge to lift restrictions that prevent him from commenting on the case.

City releases traffic plans ahead of World Series, Obama visit

With the World Series, a visit from President Obama, and Halloween occurring this week, city officials asking residents to keep the roads clear.

Gun center of Dolphins player’s subpoena in Hernandez case

Investigators want to question Michael Pouncey about a gun Aaron Hernandez is shown holding in a photo taken while both were college students.

Boston’s next mayor could have much influence on the city’s Opportunity Index ranking.

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opinion | TOM KEANE

Pulling all of Boston upward

Local communities can exert much control in increasing the standard of living for residents, a notion that is relevant with a mayoral election approaching.

Exclusive Wednesday preview | Food

Plonkapalooza: 50 wine contenders

Notes on wines that received at least one vote are from tasters Jason Bond, Josh Cole, Felisha “Flea” Foster, and Ellen Bhang.

Web Exclusive | Gary Washburn

Jacoby Ellsbury finally comes through for Red Sox

The World Series has been filled with players escaping skids to deliver in the clutch, and Ellsbury found his moment to contribute in the Game 5 win.

Late-night thrillers have Red Sox fans forgoing sleep

Red Sox Nation has become Zombie Nation. Even Monday night’s welcome 11 p.m. finish won’t go far in erasing the collective fatigue.

Opinion

opinion | TOM KEANE

Pulling all of Boston upward

Local communities can exert much control in increasing the standard of living for residents, a notion that is relevant with a mayoral election approaching.

Globe exclusives

David Ross takes the low route and slams into Cardinals counterpart Yadier Molina, but he was tagged out at the plate trying to score from second base in the Red Sox’ two-run seventh.

On Baseball

Game 5 hero David Ross savoring the moment

Retailers long complained that Amazon had an unfair advantage, tax-wise.

Amazon tax-free no more

TJ Wright of Oxford gets into his pumpkin carving.

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The fine art of pumpkin carving

Issaka Sawadogo plays a mechanic from the Ivory Coast whose ship is awaiting repairs in Canada in “Diego Star.’’

Movie Review

Cold realities in ‘Diego Star’

“This is really a house where we change it every single year,” says Mary Barrett Costello. “We start in February discussing where we want to go for the season.”

Q&A

Is Scary Mary’s house really haunted?

Andrew Barbato as Bilbo Baggins in Wheelock Family Theatre’s production of “The Hobbit.’’

Stage Review

This ‘Hobbit’ is an adventure for all ages

After attending DePauw University (above), which has direct ties to Eli Lilly, Brad Stevens ended up working for the pharmaceutical giant.

The making of a coach | Part 2

Stevens was drawn back to basketball

APPRECIATION

Lou Reed’s music was haunting, unforgettable

John Lackey pitched a scoreless 8th inning for the Red Sox in their win on Sunday.

Web exclusive | Gary Washburn

John Lackey’s image rehab takes another step

Opinion | John W. Henry

Why I bought the Globe

Senator Elizabeth Warren criticized the president’s offer to compromise with Republicans on Social Security cuts. Some New England lawmakers have joined in opposing such cuts.

Obama, allies at odds on budget

Health

Facing fears may be best cure

World Series

Christopher L. Gasper

Red Sox ace Jon Lester shows again he’s one of the best

The October ace held the Cardinals to one run and four hits in 7⅔ inning to earn his second win of the Series.

NBA season preview

Celtics suspend Jared Sullinger one game

Team president Danny Ainge said Sullinger, who will miss the opener on Wednesday, “failed to meet the high expectations” the Celtics have for their employees.