From the new BINJ feature by Louisa Esposito. Read the whole piece at BINJ.news Can Massachusetts Avoid Data Center Distress Seen In Other States?

From the new BINJ feature by Louisa Esposito. Read the whole piece at BINJ.news Can Massachusetts Avoid Data Center Distress Seen In Other States?

Massachusetts doesn't keep a database or any digital records tracking how judges are appointed. So we spent weeks digging through the paper files. That hasn't changed, and it's relevant to our latest on #parole by Jean Trounstine. Read it at BINJ.news

From our latest installment of BINJ Live. We have quite a bit to say about Beacon Hill's rush to ban social media use for young people. More coverage coming soon, but for now ...

NEW: Beacon Hill’s Blindest Spot: Can The Governor’s Council Reverse A Century Of Oversight? A Massachusetts State House briefing sheds light on a crucial body that still operates in darkness, and points out the need for reform ... binj.news/2026/04/14... #MassachusettsPolitics

Did you read the new BINJ #longform feature by Nate Homan about with “Fenway Punk” author Chris Wrenn and how he funded an iconic Boston record label on the back of "Yankees Suck" merch? Here's a. very short explainer ...

From tonight's episode (#24!!!) of our weekly issues show. Where did this #Massachusetts #socialmediaban come from, anyway? Reporting to come. In the meantime, we have some thoughts. Here's BINJ Executive Director Jason Pramas ...

How No Kings Music Brings Community And Fuels The Movement “People think of bands and the music as entertainment. ... I think that’s a huge mistake. ... We contribute politics to the event, we are not the entertainment. All of that builds a movement.” binj.news/2026/04/08...

The Waiting Game: Thousands Of Mass Prisoners Are Stuck On Education Waitlists With waitlists nearly triple the size of enrollment, prisoner rights advocates say the DOC prioritizes punishment over preparation binj.news/2026/04/08... #LocalNewsDay GiveToBINJ.org

Don't miss the new feature by Nate Homan ... The Bridge That ‘Yankees Suck’ Built An interview with “Fenway Punk” author Chris Wrenn on how a crew of rowdy hawkers funded an iconic Boston hardcore label binj.news/2026/04/07...

Ahead of WBZ reporter Matt Shearer's sold-out show at the Wilbur tonight - on #LocalNewsDay! - we had Boston comic Lamont Price interview the hub's most popular journalist ... binj.news/2026/04/07...

BINJ’s @jasonpramas reads a passage from his recent column on #racism and cookbooks www.instagram.com/reel/DW2CRF4... #criticism #antiracism #cookbook #MarioBatali #DuncanHines #video

How Matt Shearer Turned The Bay State Into His Reporting Skatepark With his sold out interactive show at the Wilbur this Thursday, Boston comic Lamont Price asked Shearer about his unusual career path, approach to reporting, and breakfast in MetroWest. binj.news/2026/04/07...

Controversial Cookbooks: From Duncan Hines To Mario Batali. When I picked them up for free or cheap during the pandemic, I was looking for tasty recipes … not racism. The latest from @jasonpramas. binj.news/2026/04/03/c... #criticism #analysis #antiracism #MarioBatali #DuncanHines #cookbook #culture

Massachusetts has just one house of correction with an ICE contract, but it’s part of a dangerous network where detainees face a crisis in the shadows binj.news/2026/04/02...

Take It From A Cold War Kid: The US/Israel War On Iran Risks Becoming A Global Conflagration. #Protest it however you can. The latest Apparent Horizon column from BINJ's @jasonpramas. binj.news/2026/03/27/t... #analysis #commentary #antiwar #Iran #nuclearwar

Can Massachusetts Lead The World In Psychedelic Opioid Treatment? Lawmakers advance competing psychedelic therapy bills, are now poised to weigh landmark programs for ibogaine and psilocybin binj.news/2026/03/25...

New from BINJ: MassHealth Patients Continue To Struggle To Get Dental Care Many Massachusetts dental offices don’t accept the state insurance; providers and patients raise concerns about lack of access to needed services binj.news/2026/03/25...

Editorial: BINJ Seeks Major Donors To Support Our #Intern Program: We’re not seeing any educational or vocational training grants for #journalism in the Bay State; so we’re turning to our audience for connections to some specific assistance binj.news/2026/03/20/e... #appeal

BUFF 2026 Returns With Bob Odenkirk And ‘Superorganism’ Of Independent Cinema From opening night action to midnight screenings, Boston’s premier underground film fest promises a five-day dive into the unseen and the absurd binj.news/2026/03/17...

More #Antiwar #Culture Is Needed To Build A Powerful Antiwar #Movement: But artists must reflect people’s desire for a peaceful planet in ways that anyone can understand. The latest Apparent Horizon column from BINJ.News' @jasonpramas. binj.news/2026/03/13/m... #opinion #analysis #peace

With tens of millions still unspent, Massachusetts is soliciting public input on how to use money meant to mitigate damage wrought by the opioid epidemic binj.news/2026/03/11...

Thanks to Gary Sohmers for appearing on our 20th installment of BINJ Live. The former Antiques Roadshow appraiser and longtime cultural icon spoke with us about everything from nostalgia trends to to his own role in creating and promoting counterculture. binj.news/2026/03/12...

Video: BINJ Ed Director Talks Massachusetts Opioid Settlement Coverage At NICAR Chris Faraone joined cohort from Data-Driven Reporting Project at Northwestern University binj.news/2026/03/12...

Thanks to Gary Sohmers for coming on BINJ Live. It's a must-see for anyone interested in #vintage and #collectibles. Check out Gary this wknd (March 13-15) at the NorthEast ComicCon & Collectibles Extravaganza in Boxborough (Mass) More at binj.news and necomiccons.com

TONIGHT at 8 p.m. ET! BINJ Live with Chris Faraone & Jason Pramas. Gary Sohmers, the “King of Pop Culture” himself—as seen on Antiques Roadshow! We'll be discussing all things #vintage! On YouTube Live: youtube.com/live/eZ6...#vintage#fun

We couldn't think of better cherry on this #localnews sundae than open office hours at Toscanini's ... From BINJ Live #17 (2/17/26) with Marc Levy of the #Cambridge #Somerville Independent. Check out csindie.com#localnews#17#Cambridge#Somervillend catch BINJ Live Tuesdays on YouTube at 8pm.

What are your memories of past publications north of the river? From BINJ Live #17 (2/17/26) with Marc Levy of the #Cambridge #Somerville Independent. Check out the new publication at csindie.com#17#Cambridge#SomervilleAnd catch BINJ Live Tuesdays on YouTube at 8pm.

Gov. Healey Should Bet On Beneficial Tech, Not So-Called ‘AI.’ The latest Apparent Horizon column from BINJ.News' @jasonpramas. binj.news/2026/02/27/g... #ai #artificialintelligence #Masssachusetts #government #criticism #analysis

New from BINJ: Ahead of World Cup, MSP seeks the latest drone-hijacking software and long-range surveillance cameras to monitor large public gatherings ... binj.news/2026/02/26...

How do you feel about the word #Camberville? Our guest has heard what people have to say. It’s not good. From BINJ Live #17 (2/17/26) with Marc Levy of the #Cambridge #Somerville Independent. Check out the new publication at csindie.com#Camberville#17#Cambridge#Somervillend catch BINJ Live Tuesdays on YouTube at 8pm.

Read all about the saga that led up to last week's long-awaited sentencing of a Massachusetts State Police union boss. This is the version they don't give you on the five o'clock news (especially during a blizzard) ... binj.news/2026/02/19...

Editorial: BINJ Is In Great Shape … Until Late June: Why I’m having to tell prospective summer interns we don’t have money for stipends and how you can help make sure we do. The latest from @jasonpramas. binj.news/2026/02/20/e... #journalism #crisis #opportunity

Read Adam's whole article at BINJ.news. And while you're there be sure to sign up for our newsletter to get all our latest in Mass surveillance and police accountability news. #surveillance #protests #BigBrother #SalemMass

NEW from BINJ: State officials and news outlets recently reported that parole rates are on the rise, but data reveals that for Massachusetts lifers, the numbers are actually trending downward under new leadership—amidst mounting delays and stalled clemency petitions ... binj.news/2026/02/17...

The latest in our ongoing coverage: Millions In Opioid Settlement Funds Are Still Sitting Idle /... The state tried to withhold information on opioid remediation dollars. From non-spenders to funding of police, here’s what the data shows. binj.news/2026/02/11...

Now providing PR for Big Brother, Boston Globe argues that if you support the Fourth Amendment, you’re probably just helping a serial killer ... Read the latest from Chris Faraone here ... binj.news/2026/02/09...

1Eleven Tattoo’s founders discuss journey from apprenticeships to opening a warm, inclusive space for art and yoga ... binj.news/2026/02/03...

When SNAP benefits and paychecks froze, local nonprofits stepped in to catch thousands of junior enlisted families and veterans falling through the legislative cracks ... binj.news/2026/02/03...

Demonstrators Call For Independent Probe, Firings In Shacoby Kenny Death Activists revive demands for jail closure following recent death in custody of Suffolk County Sheriff binj.news/2026/02/05...

Beyond armor and LEDs, new doc premiering at Boston SciFi tells story of community and bravery of being yourself binj.news/2026/02/02...

Thousands gathered in the cold in #Boston for a “no business as usual” anti- #ICE demonstration organized by labor with various progressive groups during Friday’s #nationwidestrike binj.news/2026/01/30...

The DPH has fought BINJ on releasing opioid settlement spending data. It’s part of an opaque pattern that reflects a flawed Massachusetts public information law ... binj.news/2026/01/22...

New from ace BINJ prison and parole reporter Jean Trounstine: How executive indifference, an overburdened board, and a sensationalist media are failing the promise of parole in the commonwealth ... binj.news/2026/01/21...

Grokipedia And Me: Elon Musk’s new “AI”-generated “encyclopedia” just published its version of my biography … with predictable results. The latest Apparent Horizon column from BINJ.News' @jasonpramas. binj.news/2026/01/15/g... #TechCritique #criticsm #AI #technology

Homeland Security Investigations searched a Lesley U dorm in Cambridge earlier today. The federal search of the building has sparked a debate over police cooperation and transparency ... binj.news/2026/01/15...

On #Venezuela, On #Minneapolis, Protest Matters … Keep It Up: More public pressure can blunt the Trump administration’s authoritarian ambitions. The latest from BINJ.News' Jason Pramas. binj.news/2026/01/08/o... #commentary #analysis #protest #democracy

Cambridge’s Comedy Studio Hosts Hump! Festival: Much More Than Homemade Porn binj.news/2026/01/08/c... #sex #film

Massive File From #J6 #Insurrection Trials Goes Live On Internet Archive: Three terabytes of raw material passed along by lawyers at five-year anniversary of Capitol attack binj.news/2026/01/08/m... #transparency #data #democracy #MAGA @archive.org

NEW: How the secretive procurement teams approving hundreds of millions for Mass surveillance are incentivized to spend Our first piece of 2026 following the money ... binj.news/2026/01/05...