The crisis shows no sign of abating, despite additional treatment programs and safeguards to prevent painkiller abuse.
Shirley Leung
Boston sounds off on demise of Olympic bid Since the 2024 bid died, readers have weighed in on the good, bad, and ugly of the region?s short-lived dream.
Investigators say that Walker International Events Inc. put the tent up without approval.
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The documents, part of a court filing by the NFLPA, suggest how the Colts came to question the footballs, and what Tom Brady said in his testimony.
DAN SHAUGHNESSY
Nothing?s changed ? you believe the Patriots, or you don?tThe release of more Deflategate documents will only solidify viewpoints on each side.
Five takeaways from Tom Brady?s testimonyThe transcript of Brady?s statements at his appeal hearing sheds light on the destruction of his phone and other key points.
Boston mayor taking on chewing tobaccoMayor Martin Walsh wants to prohibit use of smokeless products at professional and amateur sports venues, including Fenway Park.
Discrimination complaints say a controversial new exam, intended to fight patronage, was biased against minorities.
Strong storms leave thousands without powerThe storms brought hail as large as golf balls, snarled traffic, and downed trees.
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The life insurer is proposing a 26-story structure at 380 Stuart St. It would cost $350 million.
Federal officials want fishermen to pay for catch monitorsFishermen insist they can?t afford to pay the $710 it would cost each time observers accompany them to sea.
Different strategies for groups pushing legal marijuanaTwo groups are planning to file petitions for ballot measures Wednesday, setting the stage for a fierce battle in 2016.
THOMAS FARRAGHER
Thanks to her discipline and determination, Elin Hilderbrand has made herself into a literary dynamo.
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Hike the Whites
After two weeks and more than 55,000 votes, the winner of our Hike The Whites bracket was Mount Lafayette.
Salisbury?s Andover Healthcare tapes the NFL, MLBThe sports tape worn by most of the players in the NFL and MLB comes from the little-known company in Salisbury.
Loved ones seek answers as they mourn Dorchester motherNo arrests have been made in last week?s shooting of Grisel Sanchez, who police say was not the intended target.
The man said he was kicked out of Mansfield?s airport after the aerial stunt over Gillette Stadium.
Cheap Eats
In spite of no website or even a takeout menu, Mala Restaurant in Allston has found plenty of fans in its sleek new spot serving flavorful, spicy dishes.
Who?s on top in the race for the GOP nomination? The Boston Globe has revised its rankings of the top 10 Republican presidential candidates in New Hampshire.
Dr. Howard K. Koh and Dr. Alan C. Woodward
Baseball and tobacco are a deadly mixA proposed city ordinance would eliminate the use of tobacco products at baseball venues and athletic fields, including Fenway Park.
Drought and extreme weather have fueled numerous wildfires in California that have destroyed property and forced evacuations.
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Drone racing takes offCrashes and other miscues are part of the drill when running a race for flying drones.
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US Catholic bishops take on Donald TrumpTrump?s comments about illegal immigrants from Mexico has riled US bishops
The rookie lefthander gave up three runs on five hits in five innings as the Yankees routed the Red Sox.
Keating?s bill would require Immigration and Customs Enforcement to help register sex offenders with authorities before they are released.
The network picked 10 candidates for the main event Thursday night, and the remainder will take part in a pre-debate four hours earlier.
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The Hyundai Tucson?s attractive design and roomy interior make it a strong contender when measured against the competition.
The family of the black woman found dead in a Texas jail three days after a confrontation with a white state trooper filed a wrongful-death lawsuit.
Boston College has reached a deal to buy a rare large tract of mostly open land in Chestnut Hill.
The new musical by Michael Friedman and Daniel Goldstein is ambitious and elegant, but conceptually top-heavy.
This week we begin a new column offering home cooks some tips, tricks, and skills in the kitchen.
Ideas
Is the skills gap real?As the skills gap lights up teleprompters and fills editorial pages, a growing number of economists are sounding a sharp, skeptical note.
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Dan Shaughnessy: Nothing's changed ? either you believe the Patriots, or you don't
Tom Brady?s appeal testimomy revealed as NFLPA refiles complaint
Five takeaways from Tom Brady?s testimony
John Hancock looks to build a new 26-story tower in the Back Bay
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