LOCAL NEWS
Federal guidelines to close achievement gap not metBoston schools are out of compliance with an outstanding federal court order that 25 percent of teachers are to be black, although the system is meeting a related mandate that 35 percent be minority. About 22 percent of the 4,500 teachers are black, according to the School Department. Overall, 38 percent are minority and 62 percent white. More » |
Roxbury groups seek cultural districts in Dudley Sq., Grove HallSeveral organizations are planning to seek state designation of a cultural district in Roxbury to stimulate economic development and spotlight the community's historic attractions, varied cuisines and artistic assets. More » |
Election reform package passes in the State HouseThe Massachusetts State House recently passed an election modernization bill that will make it easier for people to register to vote, increase the security and integrity of the vote counting process and welcome new young voters in Massachusetts. More » |
Warren: 'Are you ready?'This is amazing. One year later, Springfield is back! I never imagined I'd be here. As a kid, I had dreams: college, teaching, kids, a house. But for decades now, the dreams of millions of other kids have moved further out of reach. Hard-working families have gotten hammered, while lobbyists run the show in Washington. More » |
