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Boston GlobeThursday, 7 May 2026

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Despite turmoil, BSO sees support

Says new donors making up for withheld large gifts

How they framed it

The paper presents the state Supreme Judicial Court's impending decision as the culmination of a long-standing procedural and political dispute between the state auditor and the legislature, focusing on the legal arguments rather than political drama.

Context

Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio has been attempting to audit the state legislature, leading to a constitutional standoff over separation of powers that has now reached the state's highest court.

Striking phrase

long-running melodrama may almost be over

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SJC looks ready to rule on audit of Legislature

Battle between DiZoglio, lawmakers has lasted years

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An obituary for media mogul Ted Turner, emphasizing his foundational role in shaping modern broadcast journalism.

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State Police mourn trooper killed in wrong-way crash on Route 1

A somber, detailed local report on the death of a state trooper in a late-night collision, focusing on the timeline of the response.

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