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April 27, 2024

Amid migrant crisis, Massachusetts voters support ‘right-to-shelter’ law — with reservations, new poll shows

The new survey comes on the backdrop of a close presidential election rematch in which immigration and border security have proven to be top issues, particularly among GOP voters.

Mayor Wu backs Boston police in wake of mass arrests near Emerson College
“There were safety concerns and the safety risks were growing,” she said.

Shock reverberates on Emerson’s campus after overnight student arrests
By mid-morning, as students were periodically released from police precincts throughout the city, the mood on the downtown Boston campus was subdued.

Harvey Weinstein conviction overturned by N.Y. Court of Appeals

In a bitterly contested 4-3 decision, the New York Court of Appeals found that the judge who had presided over Weinstein’s case deprived him of a fair trial in 2020 by allowing prosecutors to call witnesses who said Weinstein had assaulted them — but whose accusations were not the basis for any of the charges against him.

Supreme Court seems poised to allow Trump Jan. 6 trial, but not immediately

The Supreme Court on Thursday appeared ready to reject Donald Trump’s sweeping claim that he is immune from prosecution on charges of trying to subvert the 2020 election, but in a way that is likely to significantly delay his stalled federal trial in the nation’s capital.
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Gaza authorities say more bodies were discovered in mass grave

Palestinian officials in the Gaza Strip on Thursday increased the tally of bodies discovered in a mass grave on the grounds of a hospital to 392 from 283, amid conflicting accounts between Israel and Gaza authorities over how and when some of the bodies were buried.

Haiti’s prime minister resigns; transitional council sworn in

Embattled Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry has submitted his resignation, clearing the way for a new government to accept the deployment of a United Nations-approved security force to restore order to this gang-racked Caribbean nation and lead it to elections.

Hamas official says group would lay down its arms if an independent Palestinian state is established

A top Hamas political official told the Associated Press the Islamic militant group is willing to agree to a truce of five years or more with Israel and that it would lay down its weapons and convert into a political party if an independent Palestinian state is established along pre-1967 borders.

Macron, battling the far-right at home, pushes for a stronger Europe

Challenged by the extreme right and perhaps more vulnerable than at any time in his presidency, Emmanuel Macron of France sought renewed momentum Thursday through a speech on the need for a more assertive Europe, a theme that he has pressed with urgency since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Why this small Ukrainian hilltop town is Russia’s next big target

Chasiv Yar covers only about 5 square miles, but if the Russians can seize it, they will control commanding heights that will allow them to directly target the main agglomeration of cities still under Kyiv’s control in the Donetsk region.

US to withdraw troops from Chad, dealing another blow to Africa policy

The decision to pull out about 75 Army Special Forces personnel working in Ndjamena, Chad’s capital, comes days after the Biden administration said it would withdraw more than 1,000 US military personnel from Niger in the coming months.

Metro

Lewiston shooter had ‘10-year hold’ on possessing guns following stay at N.Y. mental health hospital, soldier testifies

The colleague’s sworn testimony, given at Thursday’s session of a state commission investigating the shootings in Lewiston last fall, also revealed new details about the concerns Card’s fellow soldiers had about his deteriorating mental health.

Judge in Karen Read trial rules that jurors can’t be told about federal investigation into case

At a hearing in Norfolk Superior Court, Judge Beverly J. Cannone hashed out some of the ground rules for the highly anticipated trial, which is expected to last several weeks. Opening statements are slated for Monday.

‘It was pandemonium.’ Residents left stunned by late-night racing in Back Bay.

Shortly after 2 a.m. on Sunday, police responded to a flurry of 911 calls reporting a raucous scene in the stately neighborhood — more than 40 vehicles blocking off a section of Marlborough Street for racing.

Brandeis University extends deadline for transfer students amid protests

The school typically stops accepting transfer applications in mid-March, but this year the university left its application process open into the spring before announcing the extension on Monday, a spokesperson said.

Today in History: April 26, Chernobyl nuclear plant disaster

Today is Friday, April 26, the 117th day of 2024. There are 249 days left in the year.

Prosecutors seek saliva sample from former Wheaton lacrosse player charged with sexual assault

Prosecutors filed a motion in Attleboro District Court to compel Oliver La Du, 22, of Darien, Conn., to provide authorities with a saliva sample.

Former Fall River police officer sentenced to 2 years, 9 months in prison for assaulting man in jail cell

Nicholas Hoar's victim told the judge Wednesday that he was traumatized by the attack.

Former bouncer at Boston bar pleads guilty in fatal stabbing of Marine during St. Patrick’s Day weekend in 2022

Alvaro Larrama was sentenced to serve 17 to 20 years in state prison. He had been facing a first-degree murder charge.

Bill to fund cash-strapped emergency shelter system, limit stays heads to Governor Healey’s desk

Facing financial strain amid a wave of migrants fleeing unrest in their home countries, the spending bill would impose a new nine-month limit on how long families can stay in the state’s emergency shelters, with limited extensions or waivers available.

Harvard protesters get organized, and continue to grow

In message to campus, college leadership warns of possible “disciplinary consequences.”

Business

Economy cooled off in first quarter, growing at 1.6 percent rate

The U.S. economy continued to grow early this year, but at a sharply slower rate as strong consumer spending was offset by higher prices and pockets of weakness in other sectors.
analysis

What’s going on with Tesla, and why can’t it make an affordable EV?

The electric automaker's stock has fallen as Elon Musk hems and haws about the cost of future models.
THE FINE PRINT

Lunch with friends at a Chinatown restaurant? Not for a young blind woman who showed up with her service dog.

Joicee Gordillo said she regularly encounters restaurants that are hesitant to allow her and her service dog, Junie, in. But her experience at Jade Garden was the first time she was outright denied service.
Larry Edelman | Trendlines

Among Mass. independent voters, the economy is a high hurdle for Biden

Independents are less likely to share Democrats’ rosy take on the state’s economy, but they are nowhere near as gloomy as Republicans, according to a new Suffolk University/Boston Globe poll.

Energy Dept. aims to speed up permits for power lines

The Biden administration on Thursday finalized a rule meant to speed up federal permits for major transmission lines, part of a broader push to expand America’s electric grids.

Key solar panel ingredient is made in the USA again

The revival of the factory, which is owned by REC Silicon, could help achieve a long-standing goal of many US lawmakers and energy executives to reestablish a complete domestic supply chain for solar panels and reduce the world’s reliance on plants in China and Southeast Asia.

EPA severely limits pollution from coal-burning power plants

The Biden administration on Thursday placed the final cornerstone of its plan to tackle climate change: a regulation that would force the nation’s coal-fired power plants to virtually eliminate the planet-warming pollution they release into the air or shut down.
TALKING POINTS

As planes fill and tastes change, Southwest Airlines mulls assigned seating

Stories you may have missed from the world of business.

Sports

guardians 6, red sox 4

José Ramírez’s grand slam for Guardians sends Red Sox back to Boston looking for some home cooking

After going 4-2 on the road, the Red Sox will return home, where they are 3-7, to face the Cubs and Giants.
Ben Volin I On football

The Patriots made the right move in drafting Drake Maye. Now don’t mess it up.

Maye is the Patriots’ mulligan for Mac Jones, the last quarterback they drafted in the first round, just three years ago.
NFL DRAFT

Patriots get their quarterback, selecting North Carolina’s Drake Maye No. 3 in NFL draft

In Maye, the Patriots are getting a 6-foot-4-inch, 230-pound prospect with ideal size and impressive arm strength.
chad finn

The Heat can’t sustain that kind of shooting, but Game 2 was a reminder of who they are

Under the estimable Erik Spoelstra, the Heat never go quietly, never lack for a plan of attack, and never shrink from a challenge.
bruins

Bruins relied on their strengths — goaltending and special teams — to take the series lead

The Maple Leafs' poor penalty killing again was exploited, and Jeremy Swayman sparkled in net to stay perfect vs. Toronto this season.
bruins notebook

The Bruins’ Trent Frederic scored a key goal in Game 3 — but it almost went unnoticed

The big winger slipped one past Toronto goalie Ilya Samsonov while attention was focused on Brad Marchand and Tyler Bertuzzi tussling.
celtics

For a night, the Heat had Kristaps Porzingis befuddled, but he vows to adjust

"They did a hell of a job, to be honest," said Porzingis, who shot just 1 for 9 in Wednesday's Game 2 loss.
RED SOX NOTEBOOK

Ceddanne Rafaela’s defensive prowess makes him the choice to be the Red Sox’ starting shortstop

After starting 16 games in center field, Rafaela's versatility was needed when Trevor Story went down, and now he's started six straight games at shortstop.
peter abraham | on baseball

Red Sox must leave mental lapses behind and focus on positives as they return home

There were troubling moments but also good signs on this road trip, and they absolutely have to play better at Fenway.
alex speier | minor details

‘Ready to ball out’: Red Sox prospect Marcelo Mayer is a man on a mission

Coming off a disappointing season shortened by injury, the shortstop has been dazzling, with his confidence and purpose restored.
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL NOTEBOOK

Iron sharpens iron in the steely-tough Merrimack Valley Conference baseball league

With high-end pitching and strong bats, there is no easy game in the MVC. “If you can survive it, you’ll be prepared for the playoffs for sure.” said North Andover coach Todd Dulin.

Arts & Lifestyle

High Street Place hosts the Big Queer Food Fest, featuring big-name chefs

The festival aims to promote broader acceptance in professional kitchens and bars by increasing awareness of the barriers faced by the queer community in the culinary world.

Boston stars will shine on the Common this summer in ‘The Winter’s Tale’

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company’s 27th annual production will feature Marianna Basham, Tony Estrella, Nael Nacer, Paula Plum, Omar Robinson, Richard Snee, Robert Walsh, and Ryan Winkles in the principal roles.
PARENTING UNFILTERED

National College Decision Day isn’t a referendum on how well you did as a parent

Author Ana Homayoun’s new book, “Erasing the Finish Line,” challenges the notion that college acceptance is the ultimate trophy, offering a broader blueprint for success.
MOVIE REVIEW | ★★½

In ‘Challengers,’ sets are tied at love

In this tennis movie starring Zendaya, it’s a match à trois. But the movie, which was filmed in Boston, is also a soap opera, although one that is lively and with a tricky structure.

Palaver Strings marks a decade of invention

Portland's Palaver Strings is remaking classical music.

At the MFA, ‘Songs for Modern Japan’ is music for the eyes

The exhibition uses sheet music covers to reveal a radically changing society during the first half of the 20th century.
THE TICKET

Things to do around Boston this weekend and beyond

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are a few recommendations from Globe writers and critics, covering music, theater, comedy, museums, family events, and more.
SOUND CHECK

Artists and fans mark Bandcamp Fridays on their calendars

The impact of Bandcamp Fridays isn’t as palpable as it was during the pandemic, but even a trickle of extra money can help fund merch restocks, studio time, and tours.
MUSIC

‘Like playing in someone’s backyard’: Lowell’s annual The Town and the City Festival has a special feel.

The event this Friday and Saturday also has lots and lots of performers

Subversive, self-referential ‘Strange Loop’ gets its Boston premiere

Michael R. Jackson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning "emotionally autobiographical" musical tells the story of a plus-size, queer, young Black man writing a musical about a plus-size, queer, young Black man.

‘Life is short, but the days and nights are long.’

Singer-songwriter Cheryl Wheeler returns to performing after rehab.
Odie Henderson review | ★★½

In ‘We Grown Now,’ a tragic event tests the friendship between two 12-year-old boys

Writer-director Minhal Baig’s sophomore feature is a tribute to the residents of Chicago’s Cabrini-Green neighborhood
LOVE LETTERS

Dating while my biological clock is ticking

“How do I find out where people stand on wanting kids early on?”
TV CRITIC'S CORNER

Kendrick Perkins, superstar?

He wasn’t on the court. He is on the screen.