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Boston GlobeSaturday, 9 May 2026
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Tense wait for abortion ruling
As high court weighs medication access, state urges people to prepare
The paper highlights the local state government's proactive stance and reassurances in the face of pending federal judicial decisions. It uses measured language focusing on administrative preparedness and state-level protections.
The US Supreme Court is deliberating on a federal appeals court ruling that would restrict access to mifepristone, a commonly used abortion pill. In response, state officials in Massachusetts are preparing local safeguards and advising residents while awaiting the final decision.
“We'll never back down.”
“Protective of local autonomy”
ICE can't find freed detainee wanted on homicide warrant
US didn't tell judge about it at time of release
Focuses on a procedural and communication failure between federal immigration authorities and the local judiciary.
State seeks tighter e-bike rules; riders of all kinds say, ‘Yes, please’
Frames new state regulations as a welcome, consensus-driven safety measure rather than a government imposition.
Hacky sack? Really? Teens again get kick out of playing.
Revival takes surprising hold at high schools
A lighthearted trend piece focusing on the resurgence of a retro pastime among local youth.
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