Senate?s ?Common Sense Coalition? seeks compromise and progress

Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, speaks with the media at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, on Jan. 22, 2018. MUST CREDIT: Bloomberg photo by Aaron P. Bernstein.

Bloomberg photo by Aaron P. Bernstein

A group of 25 or so senators ? the ?Common Sense Coalition?? made up of moderates from both parties ? is pursuing an immigration compromise.

Boston, MA -- 2/07/2018 - Jack Walker, a student at Suffolk University, playfully tossed a snowball up into the air as large flakes fell on the Boston Common. (Jessica Rinaldi/Globe Staff) Topic: Reporter:

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Watch out for slippery roads across Mass., forecasters say

A slippery commute is on tap for Thursday morning, and motorists are advised to take their time.

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The school is distancing itself from Barry Bluestone?s comments.

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//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2017/11/07/BostonGlobe.com/Metro/Images/Boghosian_08mayoralpic9_MET.jpg Tito Jackson has announced his next move

On Wednesday, the former city councilor put some of the guesswork to rest.

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Senate leaders, disregarding President Trump?s threats to shut down the government, struck a far-reaching agreement.

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One of President Trump?s closest aides said Wednesday he would resign after news reports that he emotionally and physically abused his ex-wives.

Man is fatally struck by commuter rail train in Gloucester

The man, who appeared to be in his early twenties, was struck about a mile west of Gloucester station, a official said.

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2018/02/07/BostonGlobe.com/ReceivedContent/Images/Principal9.jpg ?I am transgender,? Swampscott elementary school principal announces

Principal Daniels shared an ?intensely personal decision to identify as transgender? with parents this week, garnering support from the administration.

FILE - In this Jan. 21, 2018, file photo, New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels watches from the sideline during the first half of the AFC championship NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Foxborough, Mass. The Indianapolis Colts announced Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018, that hey have hired Josh McDaniels as their new head coach. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)

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BEN VOLIN | ON FOOTBALL

For Patriots? Josh McDaniels, it better have been worth it

McDaniels?s name is toxic right now in the NFL, and he was not given written assurances about being the successor to Bill Belichick in New England.

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/WebGraphics/Sports/BostonGlobe.com/2016/01/20moresports/seasonticket_90.jpg The Season Ticket podcast

Host Chris Gasper and Chad Finn react to the stunning news that New England Patriots Offensive Coordinator Josh McDaniels has decided to return to the team.

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Matt Patricia appeared to have left his iconic unkempt look back in New England.

Matt Patricia was almost unrecognizable at his Lions press conference

The former Patriots defensive coordinator was introduced as the Detroit Lions head coach Wednesday ? without his most recognizable feature.

Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen.

Gisele clarifies the Super Bowl postgame comments she made to her children

It seems like Gisele Bundchen has heard enough.

New York Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist (30) blocks a shot by Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand (63) during the first period of an NHL hockey game Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018, at Madison Square Garden in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)

Bruins 6, Rangers 1

Anton Khudobin holds the fort, then Bruins dismantle Rangers

Patrice Bergeron scored twice and Khudobin?s play in goal was sparkling for the Bruins

This handout image shows the type of outdoor digital billboard proposed for Arlington and several other T stations.

Handout

The MBTA wants digital billboards outside some stations. Not everyone is OK with it

The MBTA?s quest to embrace the digital age is at odds with some stalwarts of the city?s history.

Love Letters

My old high school sweetheart has feelings for me, and her husband

She also says I?m being selfish because I want space and she doesn?t. What do I do?

THOMAS FARRAGHER

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Julian Houston, a 73-year-old retired judge, wants to enshrine in our consciousness the struggle toward justice for African-Americans from their arrival here in chains in 1638 to the present.

Boston, MA - 2/7/2018 - Airport contract workers march in a picket line near Logan Airport after goin on strike in Boston, MA, Feb. 7, 2018. (Keith Bedford/Globe Staff)

JetBlue contract workers at Logan Airport go on picket line

Baggage handlers, wheelchair attendants, cabin cleaners, and skycaps were on a picket line Wednesday. JetBlue said it expected the effect to be minimal.

Special reports

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The Globe?s call last week for reminiscences about the Blizzard of ?78 resulted in a veritable flurry of stories from our readers. Here are some highlights.

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While African-Americans make up 12 percent of the U.S. population, only about 6 percent of doctors are black.

Real Estate

Recent home sales west of Boston (Feb. 6)

ACTON: 21 Samuel Parlin DriveOne-family Colonial, built in 1988, 3,887 square feet, 9 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, on 30,000-square-foot lot.