Massachusetts Senate puts off decision on a new leader
BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Senate Democrats have decided to put off a decision on a new leader for the chamber until after the current legislative session. The... Read more.
Oprah, ‘Three Billboards’ triumph at black-draped Globes
With a red carpet dyed black by actresses dressed in a color-coordinated statement, the Golden Globes were transformed into an A-list expression of female empowerment... Read more.
Cardinal Law’s legacy: a stain of scandal on the church
By RACHEL ZOLL, AP Religion Writer When the clergy sex abuse scandal erupted in Boston in 2002, Cardinal Bernard Law had every reason to think he would survive.... Read more.
NFL suspends Rob Gronkowski 1 game for late hit to head
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The NFL suspended New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski one game for a late, gratuitous hit to the head of Buffalo defensive back... Read more.
Rosenberg to step aside as president during Senate probe
BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Senate President Stan Rosenberg changed course Monday and agreed to relinquish his responsibilities as Senate leader during an investigation... Read more.
Matt Lauer fired by NBC News
NEW YORK (AP) — NBC News said Wednesday it fired longtime “Today” show host Matt Lauer for “inappropriate sexual behavior” involving a... Read more.
Ex-Red Sox great Bobby Doerr dead at 99
GRANTS PASS, Ore. — Bobby Doerr, the Hall of Fame second baseman dubbed the “Silent Captain” of the Boston Red Sox by longtime teammate and life-long... Read more.
Change in the wind at GE
NEW YORK — General Electric slashed its dividend in half and will attempt to vastly narrow its focus to three key sectors — aviation, healthcare and energy —... Read more.
Red Sox fire manager John Farrell
BOSTON — The Boston Red Sox have fired manager John Farrell after the team’s second straight loss in the AL Division Series.The Red Sox announced the move... Read more.
Gunman opens fire at Las Vegas concert
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A gunman perched high on the 32nd floor of a Las Vegas Strip casino unleashed a shower of bullets down on an outdoor country music festival below,... Read more.