January 23, 2026

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A year after snow plowing debacle, Worcester hopes to dig out of bad reputation

With a major storm coming, some residents are concerned whether the DPW can clear the roads efficiently.

By Adam Bass | abass@masslive.com

Mass. Gov. Healey’s big speech to the Legislature: Five things to know. And why it matters to you

Gov. Maura Healey tied her agenda to the state's revolutionary past, vowing to protect residents from federal immigration enforcement and rising costs.

By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com

A Mass. woman convinced court officials she died. Now she’s facing new charges

She tried to escape legal troubles by pretending to have died from terminal brain cancer. Now a Massachusetts woman is in jail awaiting trial.

By Luis Fieldman | lfieldman@masslive.com

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WMass man arrested on 5th OUI to face dangerousness hearing in March

An East Longmeadow man was arrested on Christmas Eve for allegedly operating a vehicle under the influence for the fifth time.

By Namu Sampath | nsampath@repub.com

Patriots vs. Broncos: Who has the edge? A tale of the tape

Breaking down the positional matchups between the Patriots and Broncos and which team holds the edge ahead of their AFC Championship showdown on Sunday.

By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com

Bruins’ Charlie McAvoy proud to be part of NHL’s ‘Hockey is for Everyone’

Charlie McAvoy and the Bruins celebrated with rainbow lights, adaptive hockey showcases, and support for organizations making the sport accessible regardless of ability or sexual orientation.

By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com

Celtics big man’s emergence gives front office options in trade market

Luka Garza knows what it's like to be outside the rotation looking in. But he's been a capable weapon ever since he re-entered the C's rotation.

By Souichi Terada | sterada@masslive.com