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Governor Healey Appoints Aladdine Joroff as New Massachusetts Climate Chief

Governor Healey Appoints Aladdine Joroff as New Massachusetts Climate Chief

Governor Maura Healey has announced the appointment of Aladdine Joroff as Massachusetts' new climate chief. Joroff, who previously served as the deputy in the Governor's Office of Climate Innovation and Resilience for the past two years, will succeed Melissa Hoffer, who is departing to become president of Vermont Law and Graduate School on December 1. Hoffer was the first Cabinet-level climate chief in Massachusetts. Joroff joined Governor Healey's administration in August 2024, having previously been the director of climate policy for Boston. Her background also includes a decade of teaching at Harvard Law School's Emmett Environmental Law and Policy Clinic, where she collaborated with Massachusetts municipalities, nonprofits, and advocacy groups on environmental and climate issues. Earlier in her career, Joroff practiced environmental, energy, and land use law at Goodwin and Beveridge & Diamond. The climate chief position, established by an executive order signed by Governor Healey on her first day in of...

Ex-officer convicted of killing Sandra Birchmore to keep Massachusetts woman quiet about sex abuse

Ex-officer convicted of killing Sandra Birchmore to keep Massachusetts woman quiet about sex abuse

A former Massachusetts police detective has been convicted of murdering a pregnant woman to keep her from revealing he had sexually abused her when she was 15

Judge denies Lindsay Clancy's motion to dismiss charges in the deaths of her 3 kids

Judge denies Lindsay Clancy's motion to dismiss charges in the deaths of her 3 kids

A judge has denied a motion to dismiss charges against Lindsay Clancy in the deaths of her three young children

Nor’easter to Bring Snow Inland, Rain to Boston

Nor’easter to Bring Snow Inland, Rain to Boston

A potential nor’easter is forecast to impact New England later this week, bringing a mix of snow and rain to the region. According to The Boston Globe, the storm is expected to develop late Thursday and continue through at least Friday. While higher elevations in Western Massachusetts and Northern New England could see 1 to 2 inches of snow, Boston and coastal areas are likely to experience light to steady rain, with about an inch of rainfall expected. The storm’s track remains uncertain, with models showing varying paths. The GFS model predicts an inland track favoring rain, while the European model suggests a more offshore path, which could bring snow to interior areas. However, the overall impact is expected to be modest, with no significant snow accumulation in Boston.

U.S. Laws Lag Behind Criminal Exploitation of Illegal Gold Mining, Coalition Warns

U.S. Laws Lag Behind Criminal Exploitation of Illegal Gold Mining, Coalition Warns

The FACT Coalition is highlighting a critical gap in U.S. laws that allows criminal organizations to exploit illegal gold mining for money laundering, with gold now generating more illicit profits than cocaine in countries like Colombia and Peru. The shift towards gold is driven by its historically high prices and less scrutiny compared to drug trafficking. Criminal groups are using sophisticated methods, such as smuggling crudely made gold jewelry and using anonymous companies, to launder billions of dollars. For instance, a Boston-area man was recently convicted for smuggling gold and platinum from Colombia and laundering money, bragging about the ease of bypassing U.S. border controls. The U.S. is particularly exposed to this issue, being the largest destination for Colombian gold exports, with an estimated 80% of Colombia's gold-related exports having an illegal or criminal origin.

Judge's ruling could clear the way for Lindsay Clancy to be tried again in the deaths of her 3 kids

Judge's ruling could clear the way for Lindsay Clancy to be tried again in the deaths of her 3 kids

A judge has denied a motion to dismiss the murder case against Lindsay Clancy, potentially clearing the way for her to be retried next year in the deaths of her three young children

Rwandan genocide suspect deported by the US to face charges

Rwandan genocide suspect deported by the US to face charges

A Rwandan man suspected of participating in the country’s 1994 genocide was deported from the United States and is due to stand trial for his alleged crimes, according to local authorities

Tennis-Alcaraz and Zverev to play 2027 Laver Cup, organisers say

Tennis-Alcaraz and Zverev to play 2027 Laver Cup, organisers say

Nov 10 (Reuters) - Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev are the first players confirmed to represent Europe at the 2027 Laver Cup in Los Angeles, organisers announced on Tuesday, as the team bids for a record-extending seventh title.

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Jack Clark

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Jack Clark

Jack Clark took a one-year detour to the Bronx amid a long and successful MLB career

Uber Launches Parking Reservation Service in 15 U.S. Cities Following SpotHero Acquisition

Uber Launches Parking Reservation Service in 15 U.S. Cities Following SpotHero Acquisition

Uber Launches Parking Reservation Service in 15 U.S. Cities Following SpotHero Acquisition

Mohegan Sun Arena Undergoes $30 Million Renovation, Introducing Amazon's Just Walk Out Technology

Mohegan Sun Arena Undergoes $30 Million Renovation, Introducing Amazon's Just Walk Out Technology

Mohegan Sun Arena Undergoes $30 Million Renovation, Introducing Amazon's Just Walk Out Technology

The best revenge for Jaylen Brown is to keep doing what he’s doing

The best revenge for Jaylen Brown is to keep doing what he’s doing

As Jaylen Brown faces the Celtics for the first time, he should look to do what he always does — win.