Murder or insanity? Behind a Globe story about the case of a Brockton mother who did the unthinkable.
The law says that when mental illness makes someone unable to understand or control their actions, they aren’t criminally liable. Yet Latarsha Sanders was convicted of murder.

Epstein donated at least $150,000 to theatrical group at Harvard in years before his death, tax filings show
Gratitude America, a foundation once controlled by Epstein, donated to the Hasty Pudding Institute in 2016, 2018, and 2019.

Senator Jack Reed had concerns about Venezuelan boat strikes. Now, he’s helping lead a Senate investigation.
After questions were raised about a second strike on a boat in September, Reed quickly joined with Republicans on the Senate Armed Services Committee to look into the incident.

Pentagon knew boat attack left survivors but still launched a follow-on strike, AP sources say
The rationale for the second strike was that it was needed to sink the vessel, according to the people familiar with the matter who spoke on the condition of anonymity.

Dedham church displays ‘ICE was here’ sign at nativity scene without Jesus, Mary, and Joseph“You feed the hungry, you take care of the homeless ... you take care of people and their needs,” said Father Stephen Josoma. “[ICE raids] are the complete antithesis of that on so many levels.”


In downtown Boston, a new luxury hat shop brims with possibilities
Salomé Bissa Kopasz painstakingly crafts dramatic headpieces, designed for everyday wear and to last a lifetime — even for people who insist they can’t pull one off.

Boston homeowners need tax relief. Beacon Hill still doesn’t get it.
Shielding city residents from the full brunt of another big tax hike without unduly burdening businesses is a tough needle to thread without legislative relief.
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