Mann’s book has been praised by reviewers for offering the first account of the notorious crime that's more focused on the victim than her killer. Critics lauded Mann's ability to reconstruct the life of Elizabeth Short without exploiting her tragic death.
A Medford resident reported losing $7,500 to a scammer posing as a member of the Middlesex Sheriff's Office.
"Whether in housing, education, or healthcare, the fate of our communities is intertwined with the decisions made on Beacon Hill. Uyterhoeven’s work to bring transparency to the State House benefits working families and individuals while restoring trust in government."
Peter DeMarco: "It took four, long years for Laura's Law to get passed and for actual, nuts-and-bolts safety regulations to be created so that no one will ever die as Laura did. During all that time, Christine was a rock for me to cling to."
Thirteen current and former city councilors and School Committee members from Medford and Somerville say they endorse Paul Ruseau for state representative because of his proven and prolific legislative record delivering results for students and families.
Ken Carlson: "I am proud to endorse Will for state representative because he has already demonstrated that he will fight for safer streets, better bicycle infrastructure, and a transportation system that works for everyone. We need that same leadership at the State House."
Cynthia Mendes, state director for Clean Water Action Massachusetts: “As an aide, as an advocate, and as a legislator, Rep. Barber has built a career on putting wins on the board for our health and environment."
Based in neighboring Woburn, BILT is a nonprofit organization providing personalized support for children, teens, and adults with disabilities.
AHMA Executive Director Jesse Kanson-Benanav: “Councilor Mbah was an integral part of creating the Somerville Office of Housing Stability and has supported transit-oriented development, eliminating parking minimums, and expanding affordable housing investment."
In this race, Matt McLaughlin brings a unique combination of working-class roots, military service, advanced education, years of municipal leadership, and a proven commitment to public service.
Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn announced today that Medford Police Chief Jack D. Buckley will retire on Dec. 19, 2026, following 28 years of service.
As a first-time candidate for the State House, this moment represents what I’ve come to see as the biggest problem in Massachusetts politics. Candidates for public office face far, far too little scrutiny. And our politics is worse for it.
We need both market-driven solutions and tenant protections. We need to allow more housing to be built and protect the current residents from profiteers. We need to expand social housing solutions that promise affordable housing for everyone.
Erika knows that the middle-class and working class residents of this state cannot endure more calls for austerity on our part while billionaires and multimillionaires in our state get tax breaks for their private jets.
Both leaders pointed to Oates’s focus on the practical work of making Massachusetts more affordable and ensuring that progressive priorities translate into results.
"There is another way forward, through all the meandering and nonsense of the political elite. The people of the Democratic Party and the people of Massachusetts demand real change that radically improves the lives of working-class people."
