10 Jan, 2025

New indictment charges Sen. Menendez with being an unregistered agent of the Egyptian government

Crime The new charge comes just weeks after the Democrat and his wife were accused of accepting bribes of cash, gold bars and a luxury car from three businessmen who wanted the senator to help and influence over foreign affairs. Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife, Nadine Menendez, leave federal court on Wednesday, Sept. 27, […]

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Government shutdown averted with little time to spare

Politics “This is good news for the American people,” President Joe Biden said in a statement. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., gives two thumbs up as the Senate votes to approve a 45-day funding bill to keep federal agencies open, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik) By LISA MASCARO, KEVIN FREKING […]

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What would a government shutdown mean? Impacts explained.

Politics If spending measures aren’t passed by Saturday night, millions of federal employees will be furloughed and many others will be forced to work without pay until the shutdown ends. The Capitol is seen late Tuesday night, Sept. 26, 2023, in Washington, as lawmakers work to advance appropriations bills on the House floor. The Republican-controlled […]

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Here’s how a government shutdown would affect Mass.

Politics The looming government shutdown could impact hundreds of thousands of Massachusetts residents who rely on federally funded programs. Amid threat of a possible government shutdown, federal officials are warning that travelers could face significant flight delays and longer airport wait times. The Associated Press, File With only a few days left for Congress to […]

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‘Failure of the federal government’: Healey maintains pressure for shelter help

Local News To deal with an overburdened emergency shelter system, Gov. Maura Healey is asking federal officials for funding and expedited work authorizations. Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey declares a state of emergency related to the state’s emergency shelter system in August. Jonathan Wiggs/Boston Globe Gov. Mauara Healey kept up pressure on federal officials Wednesday, continuing […]

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