AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFederal Charges: Prosecutors charged six people in an alleged decade-long Massachusetts sham-marriage scheme that they say generated millions through immigration fraud. Boston Transit and Streets: Mayor Michelle Wu is exploring congestion pricing after consulting New York City. The city has also begun safety upgrades at the site of a cyclist’s death, but advocates want more action. Health Care: Dana-Farber and Beth Israel broke ground on a $1.68 billion cancer hospital, planned to open in 2031. Cost of Living: Massachusetts House Democrats rejected a proposed gas-tax suspension as residents grapple with rising costs. Somerville: The city secured $187,200 in state funding for tree-friendly sidewalks and shade aimed at reducing heat while keeping streets accessible. Public Accountability: Voters will decide whether to strengthen Massachusetts’ public-records law and whether to replace party primaries with top-two contests. Courts: Testimony continued in the Matthew Farwell trial over Sandra Birchmore’s death, a case that has drawn scrutiny of police handling.
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