October 9, 2026

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Flock cameras faced a Mass. backlash. Police are split on using similar tech

After dropping Flock Safety, Massachusetts police departments are divided on whether to adopt alternative license plate reader systems — with some already moving forward and others rejecting the technology amid ongoing debates over public oversight.

By Irene Rotondo | IRotondo@masslive.com

A tax break for taxpayers or a blow to state services? The stakes of Question 5

More money back for taxpayers, or less money for government? Massachusetts voters will decide on Question 5 in November.

By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com

Ballot Question 1: Should the Legislature and Gov. be subject to the Public Records Law?

You mean they weren't already? Not in Massachusetts.

By Dave Eisenstadter | deisen@masslive.com

One race, two messages: How Healey and Minogue are spending millions to win

More than $13 million flooded the Mass. govenror's race in August and September. Where the money is going offers clues about how each campaign thinks it can win.

By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com

Celtics reserve makes case for minutes in preseason win over Cavaliers

Luka Garza got the start against the Cavaliers in the Celtics' preseason debut and made the most of it.

By Souichi Terada | sterada@masslive.com

George Steinbrenner would never have stood for so much Yankee playoff failure

A decade and a half without a title would have meant multiple firings under the Boss. Under Hal, it means business as usual.

By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com

Young Patriots receiver caught game-winner after stealing reps with Drake Maye

Efton Chism III spent months arriving early and staying late to build chemistry with Drake Maye. Against Buffalo, that investment produced a game-winning one-handed touchdown catch.

By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com