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Over the past two weeks, 10 new ballot measures were certified in three states—Idaho, Massachusetts, and Washington

As of July 22, 149 statewide measures have been certified for the ballot in 39 states, 21 more measures than the average number certified at this point in other even-numbered years over the past decade (2014 to 2024).

Ballotpedia · Jul 23

Will Courts Uphold the EPA's Rescission of the "Endangerment Finding"?

The legal arguments put forward by the EPA are weak and unpersuasive, and could undermine the Administration's position in other climate litigation.

Reason · Jul 22

Massachusetts woman rushed to hospital day after minor accident, but learns she is pregnant, gives birth in ambulance. But it wasn’t the last miracle

They now believe they can overcome anything.

We Got This Covered · Jul 22

The 10 Best States for Public Schools Are In: Here's Who Came Out on Top

Massachusetts has the best public school system in the United States, while New Mexico ranks last, according to WalletHub's 2026 report comparing K-12 education across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The annual study evaluated school systems using 32 metrics measuring both educational quality and student safety.

Latin Times · Jul 21

53 dolphins stranded in just two days in Massachusetts due to receding tides, now rescuers have safely returned 19 to the sea

A dramatic two-day rescue operation unfolded along the Massachusetts coast after 53 bottlenose dolphins became stranded on the tidal flats of Cape Cod, prompting marine wildlife teams to race against time to save the animals. The latest rescue saw 19 dolphins successfully returned to the sea after they stranded between…

The Times of India · Jul 21

Massachusetts voters will decide on nine ballot measures in 2026, tying the year for the most measures on a Massachusetts ballot since 1918

Massachusetts voters will decide nine statewide ballot measures in November 2026, tying 1972, 1976, and 1994 for the second-highest number in state history. Secretary of State William Galvin (D) announced on July 17 that campaigns for eight initiative petitions had collected enough valid signatures to qualify their measures for the…

Ballotpedia · Jul 21

What Did Lindsay Clancy Do? Case Explained Before Jury Hears Chilling 911 Call and Insanity Defence

The trial of Lindsay Clancy in Massachusetts focuses on whether her mental health condition absolves her of criminal responsibility for the deaths of her three children.

International Business Times UK · Jul 21

Trial to begin for Massachusetts mom who strangled her three kids while receiving psychiatric help

Her husband is set to testify for the prosecution and defense as a witness to both

The Independent UK · Jul 20

A road trip through New England revealed the region’s vast cultural legacy

Taking in the houses of literary giants such as Emily Dickinson, Mark Twain and Herman Melville, Geordie Greig and his daughter embarked on a remarkable drive through the east coast

The Independent UK · Jul 20

"Red Sox Spirit" and Constitutional Theory

A potential new approach to state constitutional law.

Reason · Jul 20