New on the Codcast: Filling the health care funding gaps commonwealthbeacon.org/the-codcast/...

New pod: @skoczela.bsky.social returns from Kenya to... an alligator in the Charles? He and @jenndotsmith.bsky.social discuss the shutdown fallout and Trump's abysmal approval numbers. Then, Jenn does not NOT talk about judicial forum shopping. open.spotify.com/episode/7csG...

President Trump and HHS secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are expected to tie autism to acetaminophen use during pregnancy, and present a cancer drug as a possible treatment. There is little credible scientific evidence for either claim.

Lotta charts in here. Whole lotta charts.

More new polling for @cwbeacon.bsky.social: Mass. residents are largely satisfied with their health care, despite some sizable minorities reporting trouble with coverage and access. @jenndotsmith.bsky.social writes up the numbers. commonwealthbeacon.org/health-care/...

NEWSCENTER 5 EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Philanthropist Josh Kraft, son of New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, is ending his campaign for mayor after a blistering defeat in Boston's preliminary election. http://www.wcvb.com/article/josh-kraft-boston-mayor-campaign-end/66056688 #Boston #Politics

Turnout already exceeding 2017, which saw 56K (last time we had incumbent mayor versus challenger)

9AM turnout figures in Boston used to predict turnout. But since EV / AV / central tabulation practices changed, they don't anymore given large swings in the % of ballots that have been counted as of the 9 update. 36k ballots at 9 AM would be a blockbuster if the relationship still held. Alas.

As part of a new schedule that takes effect Aug. 24, the T plans to extend evening service by almost an hour on all four subway lines on Friday and Saturday nights and on a handful of bus routes, including some on the Silver Line.

While you are (hopefully) hunkered down safely during the rainstorm, we have a new The Horse Race looking at the modern history of the MA budget process and how we got so close to an on-time budget for the first time in 15 years. #mapoli podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

The National Weather Service predicted rain would fall at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour, potentially overwhelming small creeks and streams, streets, highways and underpasses, as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

BREAKING: Supreme Court limits universal injunctions issued by federal courts in birthright citizenship case decision

I will say, Judge Gildea was much more brisk in dismissing the Milton MBTA Communities lawsuit than the pile of towns he dealt with earlier this month. Nine pages, no standing, no issue with rapid transit. #mapoli

This week @skoczela.bsky.social and @jenndotsmith.bsky.social discuss reactions to Iran news .... Local kids push for an official state salamander

Two excellent stories from one @gintautasd.bsky.social on MBTA court battles and personnel changes this week! #mapoli ⬇️

Breaking News: The national suicide prevention hotline will no longer work with the Trevor Project or provide specialized support to LGBTQ callers under a new Trump administration directive effective July 17. nyti.ms/444VrdN

After seven hours across two nights, members at Milton's special Town Meeting voted to pass zoning that would comply with the MBTA Communities law. (There are still ongoing lawsuits that could be resolved soon, so more to come from a good handful of munis aside from Milton.) #mapoli

Breaking News: The Supreme Court allowed members of the Department of Government Efficiency to have access to Social Security data. https://trib.al/bk6M2LG

Well, Friday news on MBTA Communities! #mapoli

Milton's journey with the MBTA Communities law sure is a #mapoli adventure. The town is now interim compliant as a special Town Meeting approaches, but the story is MUCH more complicated. (Yes, courts are involved again.)

The Trump administration has tried firing people, dismantling agencies and inviting people to quit. But how many people have actually left the government so far is unclear.

New in this week's Reporter: Two op-eds (point-counterpoint) on the proposal to bring Ranked Choice Voting to #Boston elections

The public radio network's chief executive said in a statement that the US president's order was a 'clear violation of the Constitution.' www.ft.com/content/f7a3...

BREAKING: Justice Department and Boeing reach a deal allowing the airplane giant to avoid prosecution over 737 Max crashes.

NEW— Boston housing officials warn of looming Section 8 crisis; 8,000+ in Boston could lose vouchers if proposed Trump budget cuts are ratified by Congress; landlords urged to prepare www.dotnews.com/2025/city-of...

It's all about housing this week on the Horse Race. First, Jenn talks to @jessekb.bsky.social about a new @abundanthousingma.org poll (done by MPG). Then MPG's Olivia Wine joins to talk about a new report on the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program www.massincpolling.com/our-work/epi...

Wu administration puts City Hall attorney on leave amid his mayoral run via @CWBeacon commonwealthbeacon.org/politics/wu-...

Across the U.S., doctors are increasingly concerned that people with serious medical conditions are avoiding medical care out of fear of being apprehended by immigration officials. “The tragic message to these people is: Be a shadow and hope that you do not die,” one said. nyti.ms/4d4Wu1s

📈 POPULAR NOW Wu challenger emerges from inside Boston City Hall commonwealthbeacon.org/politics/wu-...

Frank Baker running for at large, per @gintautasd.bsky.social

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has laid off thousands of workers since January. Current and former CDC staff are grappling with uncertainty about both their futures and public health.

Exclusive: FEMA chief is fired, leaving the nation’s disaster agency without a top official three weeks before the start of the Atlantic hurricane season.

High court probes whether former state senator should be immune from conflict of interest charges via @CWBeacon commonwealthbeacon.org/courts/high-...

This week, @skoczela.bsky.social and @jenndotsmith.bsky.social discuss a survey of nonprofit workers by @massincpolling.bsky.social @bostonfdn.bsky.social and @massnonprofitnet.bsky.social, asking about the impacts of the Trump administration on the nonprofit sector soundcloud.com/user-7275171...

Today’s news renaming Veterans Day is bringing this home. “We won’t be remembered as heroes. That honor is reserved for those who fought in the good wars and on the right side. We weren’t given that opportunity. So we’ll carry the burden of our service alone.” www.bostonglobe.com/2021/08/18/o...

NIH has cancelled its participation in Safe to Sleep, a 30-year campaign to prevent babies from dying in their sleep www.statnews.com/2025/04/30/n...

📈 OTHER POPULAR STORIES - Massachusetts donors, businesses sent millions to Trump’s 2025 inauguration fund commonwealthbeacon.org/politics/mas... - Tutwiler: Immigration chill leading to “extended absences” commonwealthbeacon.org/education/tu...

On the latest episode of the Codcast, I highlight the critical role public research universities—like UMass—play in advancing climate innovation, accelerating sustainability solutions & strengthening Massachusetts's position as a climate tech global leader. @cwbeacon.bsky.social @uofmass.bsky.social

TONIGHT! 7pm at Provincetown Town Hall Join @cwbeacon.bsky.socia & @wcai-npr.bsky.social for lively conversation about what it means to live and plan responsibly on the Cape and Islands, while being clear-eyed about the long-term risks of climate change. Doors open at 6:30pm buff.ly/jnknvf6

Excited to see folks at our Provincetown live podcast today! In case you're wandering by and want to hear me and CAI's @evezuckoff.bsky.social talk #mapoli climate and housing crises with an excellent local panel, doors open at 6:30 p.m. 🌊

“In part” is misleading mitigating language.

Massachusetts donors, businesses sent millions to Trump’s 2025 inauguration fund via @CWBeacon commonwealthbeacon.org/politics/mas...

Amazing neighborhood event returns on May 31st

Federal judges pause U.S. Education Department enforcement of DEI ban. By @statesnewsroom.com rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/04/24/r...

By 2050, severe floods in the Connecticut River Valley in Massachusetts that were expected to happen once every 100 years will be 3x more likely to occur. More: buff.ly/rR6yIJI

some love for lichen... www.wbur.org/news/2025/04...

Excellent story from Marigo Farr in @cwbeacon.bsky.social for climate month about the lasting flooding damage and rebuilding efforts in the Connecticut River Valley. Even replanting is a risk for some, because "who knows what’s in that soil from the flood waters?” #mapoli

The District 7 race has grown from 7 to 16 candidates. Challengers now in 6 of the 9 Council districts, plus an expanded cast of at-large candidates. flipsidenews.net/expanded-fie...

“It’s very difficult to work when you’re in a constant state of being terrorized by your employer.” @propublica.org www.propublica.org/article/us-d...

Workers who track data on car crashes, drownings, traumatic brain injury, falls in the elderly, and other perils lost their jobs. Advocates worry life-saving work will stop.