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Washington’s NFL team announces it is officially retiring ‘Redskins’ nickname

The change is coming after a "thorough review" of the moniker's insensitivity toward Native Americans.

As woods give way to solar farms, state to issue controversial rules that could harm solar industry

The state is losing woods to development at a growing rate, and a large chunk of the development is actually solar farms.

Fracking firms fail, rewarding executives and raising climate fears

What you missed this weekend

Trump wore a mask for the first time, Boston was ranked third most gentrified, and more

As you reenter the workweek today, here are 10 stories you might have missed.

Trump aides undercut Fauci as he speaks up on coronavirus concerns

President Trump’s advisers undercut the nation’s top infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, over the weekend, anonymously providing details to various news outlets about statements he had made early in the coronavirus outbreak that they said were inaccurate.

What is a homeless encampment? Don’t ask Mass. cities

Jeneé Osterheldt

Across America, Black men have been dying by hanging. But even in suicide, racism plays a part

At least four Black men have died by hanging this summer, and they all have been ruled suicides. But in our society, even suicide carries the signs of racism.

Boston enters Phase 3 of reopening today. But business owners aren’t expecting a flood of customers
Museums, gyms, and theaters are allowed to reopen today, but officials and business owners said they expect it could be months or more before many customers are comfortable resuming their pre-pandemic lives.

A running list of businesses that are reopening (and not reopening) in Boston todayHere’s a look at what can reopen in Mass. under Phase 3

As September looms, the gap between 3 feet and 6 feet is feeling hard to bridge for schools
The swirling debate over social distancing exemplifies how difficult it will be for local districts to reopen school buildings after the pandemic forced their closure in March, especially in convincing a nervous public that everyone will be safe.

Betsy DeVos again calls for school districts to open fully for 2020-21Ayanna Pressley criticizes DeVos for pressuring schools to reopen

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Contact tracing is essential to preventing another spike in coronavirus infections

Gary Hart, Timothy E. Wirth, Joel McCleary, and Mark Medish

Keep America safe for democracy

Congress must bail out federal immigration agency

Sanctions-mad America turns on its friends

The Great Divide
In Arlington near Boston, Black voices challenge a white suburban school district to do better
A national uprising against racism has reinvigorated criticism of persistent racial inequalities in education, in mostly-white suburbs as well as more diverse cities.

While the European Union recovers, the United States splinters
Three months after the death tolls reached their devastating peaks, the two unions are charting increasingly divergent paths.

Florida shatters national record with 15,300 new confirmed coronavirus cases in one day

Kelly Preston dies at 57 after battle with breast cancer, husband John Travolta confirms
Actress Kelly Preston, whose credits included the films “Twins” and “Jerry Maguire,” died Sunday, her husband John Travolta said. She was 57.

Benjamin Keough, grandson of Elvis Presley, dies at age 27

This week’s TV: Peacock launches, the war comes home, and television critics’ nominations
Globe critic Matthew Gilbert navigates the week in TV.

Adrian Walker
Why is Boston standing by a racist police promotional exam?
For decades, the Boston Police Department has used a standardized, multiple-choice exam to determine the sergeants who advance to a higher civil service rank. Black and Latino officers insist that the test has worked against them.

Leaders of Black and Latino police groups oppose limiting officers’ qualified immunity

30-year-old man dies after attending a ‘COVID party,’ Texas hospital says
A 30-year-old man who believed the coronavirus was a hoax and attended a “COVID party” died after being infected with the virus, according to a Texas hospital.

It’s not too late to look for NEOWISE, the latest comet to pass by the sun
The comet’s central core, or nucleus, is visible with the naked eye in dark skies, but using binoculars can help sky-gazers get a better look at the fuzzy comet and its tail.

Plimoth Plantation to undergo a name change
Plimoth Plantation, a living history museum re-creating a 1620s Colonial village, announced that will change its name to be more inclusive of the Indigenous history it also represents.

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MFA’s French Film Festival goes virtual this year

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Weighing the fate of our most problematic public art
Perhaps the United States should take its cues from India, where British monuments are left to crumble in a park.

It’s been 40 years since someone has built over the Mass. Pike. Until now
Developer Samuels and Associates has secured financing for a $700m office and hotel complex, and work is expected to start next week.

20 years ago, R.I. lawmakers ignored calls for change after a Black Providence police officer was killed by his own colleagues. Will this time be different?

Those who recall the aftermath of Cornel Young Jr.'s death are skeptical that the Law Enforcement Officers' Bill of Rights will be reformed.

The dos and don’ts for campaign signs in Rhode Island

This Rhode Island startup has the coronavirus response covered

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Track the coronavirus pandemic in Massachusetts to its roots and you find a story driven by heroics, ingenuity, error, pain, and a hard question: How could a state famous for health care excellence have suffered such a vast loss of human life?

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Photos from the protest and vigil in Boston on Tuesday

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Jeneé Osterheldt
Across America, Black men have been dying by hanging. But even in suicide, racism plays a part
At least four Black men have died by hanging this summer, and they all have been ruled suicides. But in our society, even suicide carries the signs of racism.

20 years ago, R.I. lawmakers ignored calls for change after a Black Providence police officer was killed by his own colleagues. Will this time be different?

Those who recall the aftermath of Cornel Young Jr.'s death are skeptical that the Law Enforcement Officers' Bill of Rights will be reformed.

The dos and don’ts for campaign signs in Rhode Island

There are campaign operatives who will tell you that no one has ever won or lost a race based on lawn signs, but there are psychological benefits to having pretty ones.

This Rhode Island startup has the coronavirus response covered

It’s not too late to look for NEOWISE, the latest comet to pass by the sun

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Washington’s NFL team announces it is officially retiring ‘Redskins’ nickname

The change is coming after a "thorough review" of the moniker's insensitivity toward Native Americans.

The PawSox were much more than just a baseball team, and the WooSox want to be the same way

A minor league baseball team can be a critical part of its community, and not just as an entertainment option.

PGA takeaways: With intimidation factor a thing of the past, young players showing no fear

Collin Morikawa, 23, won the Workday Charity Open, the 12th player under age 30 to win on Tour this season.

Manchester City overturns 2-year ban from Champions League

Reports: Washington NFL team will retire Redskins name Monday

ESPN suspends Adrian Wojnarowski for remarks to Missouri senator Josh Hawley

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The world needs Covid-19 vaccines. It may also be overestimating their power

In a medical first, doctors treat Parkinson’s with a novel brain cell transplant

A cancer patient reconsiders her end-of-life wishes amid Covid-19

Covid-19′s future: small outbreaks, monster wave, or ongoing crisis

Stay up to date with STAT’s Covid-19 Tracker

Business

A running list of businesses that are reopening (and not reopening) in Boston today
Museums, gyms, and movie theaters have the green light to reopen in Boston today as part of Phase 3 of the state’s gradual plan to reopen the economy amid COVID-19. Here is a running list of Boston businesses that have announced their plans to reopen, or not, starting today.

Fracking firms fail, rewarding executives and raising climate fears
Oil and gas companies are hurtling toward bankruptcy, raising fears that wells will be left leaking plant-warming pollutants with grave costs.

Look out, Mars: Here we come with a fleet of spacecraft

New York City reaches coronavirus milestone with no reported deaths

Betsy DeVos again calls for school districts to open fully for 2020-21

The latest on coronavirus: Houston officials call for return to lockdown

Politics

Trump aides undercut Fauci as he speaks up on coronavirus concerns

Mueller defends Russia probe, says Stone remains a felon

Trump wears mask in public for first time during pandemic

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Marijuana

Mass. marijuana regulators fine Acreage Holdings $250,000 for attempting to exceed license cap

MassCan’t: Board chair Samson Racioppi resigns amid outrage over his planning of ‘straight pride,’ pro-police, other rallies

They’ve been granted parole. So why can it take years for them to get out of prison?

Why words aren’t enough from companies claiming to support Black Lives Matter

He cheated, but I want to get past it and have fun again

Recipes: Three fast, flavorful takes on fish, chicken, and beef

sports

Jackie Bradley Jr. eyes shifting his approach

Lefthander Brian Johnson is a serious candidate for a Red Sox rotation spot

After COVID-19 battle, Kenley Jansen reports to Dodgers camp

metro

Across America, Black men have been dying by hanging. But even in suicide, racism plays a part

20 years ago, R.I. lawmakers ignored calls for change after a Black Providence police officer was killed by his own colleagues. Will this time be different?

The dos and don’ts for campaign signs in Rhode Island

Nation

Trump’s health officials warn more will die as COVID-19 cases rise

21 injured in fire aboard ship at Naval Base San Diego

While the European Union recovers, the United States splinters

World

Missing Seoul mayor’s body found after massive search

China calls US invite to nuclear talks a ploy to derail them

Death toll from flooding in Japan reaches 55, dozen missing

politics

Mueller defends Russia probe, says Stone remains a felon

Trump wears mask in public for first time during pandemic

‘Sleepy Joe?' Trump struggles to stick a label to ‘Teflon Biden’

business

A running list of businesses that are reopening (and not reopening) in Boston today

Fracking firms fail, rewarding executives and raising climate fears

Look out, Mars: Here we come with a fleet of spacecraft

lifestyle

What and where to watch this summer

50 years later, the drive-in returns to Suffolk Downs

UNIQLO and MFA partner up on more T-shirts featuring Japanese Ukiyo-e prints

marijuana

Mass. marijuana regulators fine Acreage Holdings $250,000 for attempting to exceed license cap

MassCan’t: Board chair Samson Racioppi resigns amid outrage over his planning of ‘straight pride,’ pro-police, other rallies

State seeks help: What to do with 619,000 unsellable marijuana vapes?

opinion

Can’t blame police chiefs for calling it a day

Congress must bail out federal immigration agency

Keep America safe for democracy

food & dining

From greaseless fried seafood to aromatic pad Thai, four delicious takeout diversions

Recipe: Rhubarb Oatmeal Scones get cheeky with buttermilk and pleasingly tart chunks of the red stalks

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travel

The best gear for getting outside

Outdoor concerts are music to our ears, plus deep discounts on cars and hotels

S’mores and more: Best camping spots in New England

Books

Local bestsellers for the week ending July 5

Masha Gessen contends with the Trump era in ‘Surviving Autocracy’

‘Dewey Defeats Truman’ recalls when decency and courage triumphed

Movies

MFA’s French Film Festival goes virtual this year

In ‘Palm Springs,’ on Hulu, it’s endless love all over again

Springing some surprises with ‘Palm Springs’

Television

This week’s TV: Peacock launches, the war comes home, and television critics’ nominations

Paying tribute to an Asian-American icon with ‘The Claudia Kishi Club'

With FX deal, expect bigger and better things from Pamela Adlon

music

Artists are demanding that Trump stop playing their songs, but they can’t always get what they want

Violinists strike a chord at Black Lives Matter protests

Dalai Lama dropped debut album on his 85th birthday

Theater/Dance

In Chelsea, a Latino theater company makes its debut

U.K. announces $2 billion bailout to help keep the arts afloat during pandemic

On its way from Broadway to the big screen, ‘Hamilton’ took a detour to your living room

globe local

$70m Boston City Hall Plaza project underway

A bluer shade of green: Reusable bags are out, but eco-friendly businesses press on with zero-waste goals

Should the state implement its proposed guidelines for face masks and social distancing if schools reopen this fall?

Obituaries

Brad Watson, whose writing turned an unflinching gaze toward life, dies at 64

Marga Richter, composer in a male-dominated era, dies at 93

Mike Ryan, Red Sox catcher during 1967’s Impossible Dream season, dies at 78