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Former Mafia ‘street boss’ was plotting to kill federal officials, prosecutors say

Prosecutors allege statements made by DeLeo when he was still in prison in 2014 “demonstrate the resentment he harbors over his conviction.”

KEVIN CULLEN
Federal authorities put this old wiseguy away. He’s accused of plotting to kill them.
At 82, Ralph DeLeo should be playing bocce and sipping espresso from little white cups. Instead, he’s doing what he’s always done: crime.

Live updates
Pieces of plastic found on John O’Keefe consistent with pieces from Karen Read’s broken taillight, analyst testifies
The clear plastic from O’Keefe’s clothes “was found to be consistent in color and instrumental properties to the clear plastic from the taillight,” she said.

What questions do you have about the Karen Read retrial? Submit them here, then join Globe reporters for a live Q&A Thursday at 10 a.m.

How a $2,500 annual bonus became a $40,000-a-year perk for Everett mayor

The Everett City Council is considering suing Mayor Carlo DeMaria to force him to pay back $180,000 in oversized longevity bonuses.

Massachusetts has already collected $2.6b in ‘millionaires tax’ cash, surging past state projections

With two months still left in the fiscal year, the voter-approved surtax has generated $2.6 billion in revenue, Healey administration officials said, already topping what the state collected all of last year.
Forecast | Dave Epstein

Spring nor’easter to hit New England Thursday. Here’s the latest forecast.

Wednesday is looking raw with some drizzle before the cold and rainy storm arrives Thursday morning.

These maps show how Thursday’s rain-soaked nor’easter will unfold

Boston worries it won’t be able to cover rent hikes for Section 8 recipients as federal funding dries up

Police estimate Carlisle teen was driving 110 miles per hour in fatal Florida crash, report says

Waltham police cruiser overturned in two-car crash near Interstate 95, police say

Live updates

Trump confronts South Africa’s leader, accusing country of failing to address killing of white farmers

The South African government denies President Trump’s claims of persecution, and said white farmers are falling victim to the country’s crime problem.

14 New Englanders assess the Trump administration

Where do voters stand on Donald Trump? We asked a panel to check in with us periodically.
Trump’s ‘beautiful’ bill spans more than 1,000 pages. Here’s what’s inside it.

‘People should not live like this.’ As ICE arrests ramp up in Mass., agents encounter more community resistance.

Massachusetts residents are increasingly pushing back on federal immigration officials' efforts to detain and deport immigrants under the Trump administration.
We asked a mix of N.E. voters about Trump’s immigration policy. Almost all had concerns.

Springsteen doubles down on political criticism with a digital EP that includes his anti-Trump comments

Under questioning from N.H. senator, Kristi Noem incorrectly says habeas corpus lets Trump ‘remove people from this country’

Justice Department moves to cancel police reform settlements reached with Minneapolis and Louisville

The moves represent a dramatic about-face for a department that under President Biden had aggressively pushed for federal oversight of police forces it accused of widespread abuses.

Screech! Crash! Bang! This car collision chronicler has been snapping pictures of the (many) by his apartment.
A Somerville resident kept hearing and seeing crashes out his window. So he got to work.

ADRIAN WALKER
Tyler Lawrence’s short life left a lasting legacy
The Tyler J. Lawrence Memorial Park was dedicated in Norwood, under sunny skies and in the presence of many who loved him.

A burnt-out educator decided to play every golf course in the state. That became his new career.

Sean Melia is attempting to play all 350 or so courses in Massachusetts, and a growing number of golfers are following along.

Mass. officials are scrambling to stem the wave of older adults losing their homes

An ominous wave of older adults in Massachusetts who are homeless or barely scraping by has prompted calls for urgent action.
Patriots notebook

Offensive line class was in session at Patriots OTAs, with new ‘Professor’ Morgan Moses presiding

It's clear the value that coach Mike Vrabel and the front office saw in bringing in the 34-year-old free agent.

Celtics roster evaluation, Part 1: Reviewing the bottom half heading into the offseason

This is the first of a two-part series evaluating the Celtics, looking at the likes of Baylor Scheierman, Jordan Walsh, Neemias Queta, and Torrey Craig.
Opinion
JOAN VENNOCHI

Out of Boston City Hall love spat come serious questions for Wu

Questions arising from this messy incident are not easily swept away.
Erin Murphy

City Council can’t remove Fernandes Anderson, but we can stand up for what’s right

EDITORIAL

State health plan shortfall points to challenge of expensive weight loss drugs

JEFF JACOBY

An ugly tax in a ‘beautiful bill’

IDEAS | Mary Ziegler

Georgia’s abortion law has reduced a woman to the role of incubator

Spotlight

Explore the project: Snitch City

In a nation addicted to drugs, local police are addicted to informants.
Listen to the Snitch City podcast

More recent News

What to know about Transdev, the transportation company involved in a deadly school bus crash in Boston

Boston Public Schools contracts with Transdev to maintain the district’s fleet of about 740 buses, manage three bus yards, and hire and manage school bus drivers, according to the district.

Boston police identify suspect who allegedly wielded hatchet in road rage incident
A warrant was issued Tuesday for the arrest of Andrew Oprian, 27, of Belmont, police said.

Tech Lab
AI that thinks for itself: Can we trust it?
The new Chinese AI tool Manus hints at the power of "agentic AI" systems, in which the software figures out what you need, with minimal human assistance.

Healey used ‘unlawful’ no-bid contracts as migrant and homeless families surged into emergency shelter system, audit charges

In a scathing 74-page report, state Auditor Diana DiZoglio's office said that state officials relied excessively on no-bid deals, unnecessarily driving up costs.

Representative Gerry Connolly, a Virginia Democrat, has died, family says

Mr. Connolly was an outspoken Democrat who sought key reforms in the federal government while bringing transformational development to his populous Virginia district.

Abraham Lincoln artifacts to be auctioned to pay off foundation’s debt

The foundation expected to use private donations to pay back a loan it used to acquire the artifacts, it was still $9.7 million in debt seven years ago when it asked for donations via GoFundMe.

Recommended reads

Here’s what the data show about fatal school bus crashes

Bus driver Jean Charles struck and killed Lens A. Joseph in April, raising questions about how such a crash could have occurred.

Commercial fishermen welcomed Trump’s promise to roll back ‘overregulation.’ Months into his term, what do they think of him?
Veterans of the industry, burned by generations of politicians, approach any cause for optimism with caution.

CHESTO MEANS BUSINESS
Macy’s is closing 150 stores nationwide. Downtown Boston’s may survive, thanks to the data center upstairs.
A 1990s real estate deal helped make the downtown block more about computing power than clothing sales.

These were the most popular baby names in Massachusetts in 2024
When it comes to naming babies, Massachusetts residents know what they like.

Culture & Lifestyle

Walking (and T-ing) Boston’s public art Triennial

Set times, forecast, and what’s new: A fan’s guide to Boston Calling 2025

‘Lilo and Stitch’ is a live-action alien resurrection

Why Netflix makes perfect sense as a home for ‘Sesame Street’ — and Max did not

Special Projects

Broken Promises, Unfulfilled Hope

The Boston Globe explores the legacy of Boston’s busing era.

A Boston Globe Spotlight Team report on Steward Health Care

A Boston Globe Spotlight Team review found the Steward Health Care hospital system plagued by staggering neglect at the hands of executives.

The Boston Globe’s Best of the Best

Our ultimate guide to more than 200 winners for Boston's best food, drinks, and fun things to do.

Nightmare in Mission Hill

The story of how a murder in Mission Hill — the Carol Stuart shooting — terrorized and wounded a community of innocent people.

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

Renée Graham

Trump has lots to say about Biden’s health. His own? Not so much.

MARCELA GARCÍA

Alex Alex’s quixotic candidacy for Boston mayor

EDITORIAL

Fernandes Anderson shouldn’t still be drawing a city salary

IDEAS | ROBERT J. ALLISON

The remarkable Revolutionary battleground hiding in plain sight

Jacob Freedman

Trump is trying to politicize the military’s recruiting success

IDEAS | CARINE HAJJAR

Lebanon’s biggest problem is not Israel

Metro

Live updates

Pieces of plastic found on John O’Keefe consistent with pieces from Karen Read’s broken taillight, analyst testifies

The clear plastic from O’Keefe’s clothes “was found to be consistent in color and instrumental properties to the clear plastic from the taillight,” she said.

Massachusetts has already collected $2.6b in ‘millionaires tax’ cash, surging past state projections

With two months still left in the fiscal year, the voter-approved surtax has generated $2.6 billion in revenue, Healey administration officials said, already topping what the state collected all of last year.
KEVIN CULLEN

Federal authorities put this old wiseguy away. He’s accused of plotting to kill them.

At 82, Ralph DeLeo should be playing bocce and sipping espresso from little white cups. Instead, he’s doing what he’s always done: crime.

In wake of plagiarism allegation, Smith College graduation speaker returns honorary degree

Harris was one of four people who were awarded honorary degrees at Smith’s 147th Commencement on May 18, according to the college’s website.

Sports

Patriots notebook

Offensive line class was in session at Patriots OTAs, with new ‘Professor’ Morgan Moses presiding

It's clear the value that coach Mike Vrabel and the front office saw in bringing in the 34-year-old free agent.
Mets at Red Sox | 6:45 p.m. (NESN)

Game 51: Mets at Red Sox lineups and notes

Garrett Crochet will be on the mound when the Red Sox go for a sweep of the Mets on Wednesday.
Celtics

Celtics roster evaluation, Part 1: Reviewing the bottom half heading into the offseason

This is the first of a two-part series evaluating the Celtics, looking at the likes of Baylor Scheierman, Jordan Walsh, Neemias Queta, and Torrey Craig.
ALEX SPEIER | MINOR DETAILS

Working at second base another hint that Red Sox prospect Marcelo Mayer could be incredibly close to being called up

NCAA lacrosse championships

Your guide to the NCAA lacrosse championships at Gillette Stadium: Boston College women and Tufts men aim to defend titles

Dan Shaughnessy

For many high school seniors, these games mark the end of an incredible journey that they’ll miss for years to come

Business

Target cuts sales forecast on shopper pullback, tariff hit

The retailer's CEO attributed the results to weakness in discretionary spending, declining consumer confidence, uncertainty over tariffs, and shopper backlash against the company’s decision to halt diversity initiatives.

Boston worries it won’t be able to cover rent hikes for Section 8 recipients as federal funding dries up

The city's Housing Authority has asked landlords who rent to 18,000 of the city’s poorest households to avoid raising rents this year.
Tech Lab

AI that thinks for itself: Can we trust it?

Food & Dining

‘We’re all in mourning’: After fire guts beloved Matunuck Oyster Bar, Rhode Islanders pledge to help

magazine
GLOBE MAGAZINE

Eight sons at war: The untold story of a Melrose family’s WWII sacrifice

DINNER WITH CUPID

Blind date: ‘We stayed at the restaurant till close’

Connections

When I ran into one of my patients at the train station, I also faced my conscience

Your Week Ahead

Five things to do around Boston, May 19 - June 1

metro

Here’s your day-by-day Boston Calling weather forecast

Former Mafia ‘street boss’ was plotting to kill federal officials, prosecutors say

Canton police investigate report of armed suspect threatening work crew

sports

Armed with a surgically repaired right elbow, Walpole softball ace Sharlotte Stazinski is more dangerous than ever

Globe Top 20 softball poll: Amid rankings tumult, Taunton holds tight to No. 1

Eastern Mass. softball: Globe Players of the Week for May 13-19

business

Trump drafts America’s business titans to burnish his image at home and abroad

What to know about the US Senate’s effort to block vehicle-emission rules in California

Trump’s tariffs will test unity among allies at G7 finance ministers’ summit

politics

Trump confronts South Africa’s leader, accusing country of failing to address killing of white farmers

Springsteen doubles down on political criticism with a digital EP that includes his anti-Trump comments

Trump and Biden backed easing marijuana policy. What happened?

Nation

Justice Department moves to cancel police reform settlements reached with Minneapolis and Louisville

Abraham Lincoln artifacts to be auctioned to pay off foundation’s debt

Rapper and actor Kid Cudi is expected to testify at the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sex trafficking trial on Thursday

World

Putin visited Russia’s Kursk region for first time since Moscow said it drove out Ukrainian forces

In Gaza, 45 killed in strikes as desperately needed aid fails to reach Palestinians

Two of the last functioning hospitals in northern Gaza are encircled by Israeli forces, staff say

opinion

Meeting a Knicks fan in ‘the Garden’

Trump has lots to say about Biden’s health. His own? Not so much.

Alex Alex’s quixotic candidacy for Boston mayor

lifestyle

Nine ways to kick off summer in Boston this Memorial Day weekend

These were the most popular baby names in Massachusetts in 2024

She was diagnosed with prosopagnosia – also known as face blindness

food & dining

‘We’re all in mourning’: After fire guts beloved Matunuck Oyster Bar, Rhode Islanders pledge to help

At Taberna de Haro, all (still) seems right with the world

Matunuck Oyster Bar in South Kingstown, R.I., damaged in ‘major fire’

travel

Hitting the road for Memorial Day? Here are the best and worst times to start your road trip.

13 great under-the-radar Maine breweries

Deer Isle, Maine: The way life used to be

Arts

William H. Luers, diplomat and Met museum leader, dies at 95

On the sunny side with artist Andy Li

What South Korean cameras have been capturing

Books

Can a river be a person?

Under Trump, book bans have gone federal. Some readers are fighting back.

Eight revelations from new book about Biden’s decline

Movies

‘Lilo and Stitch’ is a live-action alien resurrection

‘Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning’ or: What happens when AI actually works

‘Final Destination: Bloodlines’ tops box office while The Weeknd’s movie falters

Television

George Wendt, who played a beloved barfly on ‘Cheers’ and found another home onstage, has died

Why Netflix makes perfect sense as a home for ‘Sesame Street’ — and Max did not

NBC’s embrace of sports could be bad news for scripted programming

music

Springsteen doubles down on political criticism with a digital EP that includes his anti-Trump comments

Berklee community takes the stage at Boston Calling

Tigres del Norte bring their ballads of migration to Boston

Theater/Dance

W. Kamau Bell isn’t backing down on keeping politics in his act

You’re looking (and sounding) swell, Dolly

David Dorfman Dance looks for peace with ‘truce songs,’ at the ICA

Health

Mass. officials are scrambling to stem the wave of older adults losing their homes

Trump administration lays out more details of plan to lower drug prices

MIT and Harvard Medical School announce a new research pathway to fight Alzheimer’s disease

Obituaries

George Wendt, who played a beloved barfly on ‘Cheers’ and found another home onstage, has died

William H. Luers, diplomat and Met museum leader, dies at 95

Steve Kiner, Patriots linebacker who was open about drug use, dies at 77