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Nightmare in Mission Hill | Chapter four
It had been 11 days since the Charles and Carol Stuart shooting. The city of Boston was gripped by an almost hysterical terror.
Photo archives
These images capture the aftermath of the Charles and Carol Stuart shooting.
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This is the full story of Mission Hill, the Stuart shooting, and the people who got caught up in it and never managed to get free.

Police say 3 dead, fourth wounded and shooter also dead in University of Nevada, Las Vegas attack

Three people were fatally shot Wednesday and a fourth person was critically wounded in an attack on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus, police said. The suspected shooter also was found dead.

A narrowing Republican presidential field is debating just six weeks before the Iowa caucuses
The shrinking field of Republican presidential hopefuls gathered on a debate stage Wednesday for the fourth time this year, running out of time to shake up a race that’s been dominated by former President Donald Trump.

How to watch the fourth Republican presidential debate and what to look for

Kevin McCarthy was booted as House speaker two months ago. Now he’s leaving Congress by year’s end.

Two months after his historic ouster as House speaker, Republican Representative Kevin McCarthy of California announced on Wednesday that he is resigning from his congressional seat and will leave by the end of the year.

US military grounds entire fleet of Osprey aircraft following a deadly crash off the coast of Japan

The US military has announced it is grounding all of its Osprey V-22 helicopters, one week after eight Air Force Special Operations Command service members died in a crash off the coast of Japan.

Shark attack victim remembered as respected math coach and ‘incredibly smart person’

Lauren Erickson Van Wart was a standout math coach who was deeply devoted to her students, those who knew her said.

Legal experts express concern over Trump’s comments about not being a dictator except for ‘day one’

Laurence H. Tribe, a leading expert on constitutional law, said Wednesday that Trump’s comments on Fox News were “profoundly concerning.”

Boston City Council passes resolution opposing moving O’Bryant School to West Roxbury

Waltham police officer killed, utility workers injured, after being struck by vehicle, authorities say

‘Depending on the context’: University presidents’ responses to genocide question draw furor

Prominent alumni called for Harvard president Claudine Gay and University of Pennsylvania president Liz Magill to resign.
‘It’s a yes or no question’: GOP lawmakers berate Harvard, MIT, UPenn presidents on campus antisemitism

APPRECIATION
Norman Lear reinvented what a sitcom could be, while letting us see ourselves
There is no overestimating the power of what Lear accomplished with his hit comedies, which included “The Jeffersons,” “Maude,” “Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman,” “Good Times,” “One Day at a Time,” and the jewel in his crown, “All in the Family.”

Norman Lear, producer of TV’s ‘All in the Family’ and influential liberal advocate, has died7 classic Norman Lear shows available on streaming

More than 1,000 professors call for cease-fire in Gaza in open letter to New England senators

Professors and academics from Harvard University, Brown University, and other colleges across the region sent an open letter on Tuesday to all New England senators, urging them to call for a permanent cease-fire between Israel and Hamas.
Warren, other Democrats press Biden for more oversight over civilian deaths in GazaHeavy fighting in Gaza halts most aid delivery and leaves civilians with few places to seek safety

Bill Belichick’s big mistakes: The miserable 2023 Patriots season is marked by a litany of errors
Sure, the Patriots might be 2-10 even if the longtime coach didn't waffle between backup quarterbacks or found healthier players for the offensive line. But one can't ignore how “In Bill We Trust” is wearing thin.

Patriots Notebook: The Patriots’ and Steelers’ offense are equally abysmal. Why is Pittsburgh 7-5, and New England 2-10?

Golf officials are set to roll back ball for pros and weekend hackers alike. Not everyone is happy.

Golf’s ruling bodies are changing the equipment testing to make sure the golf ball goes shorter for everyone from Tiger Woods to the amateur who plays public courses on the weekend.

Amid controversy over teaching English learners, Boston Public Schools hires new chief of multilingual and multicultural education

Starting in January, Joelle Gamere, director of the Toussaint L’Ouverture Academy at Mattahunt Elementary School, will lead the department, known formerly as the Office of English Learners.
Peter Abraham I On baseball

It may have been ‘nothing that was on the radar ever,’ but Joe Castiglione finally got his call from baseball’s Hall

At 76, Castiglione achieved the highest honor for a baseball broadcaster and will be honored at the Hall on July 20 as part of induction weekend.
THE YEAR IN ARTS

Odie Henderson’s 10 best movies of 2023

From Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” to Ben Affleck’s “Air,” it was a big year for bold visions.
Matthew Gilbert: The 10 best TV shows of 2023
Opinion
JOAN VENNOCHI

The ugly fight at the Cannabis Control Commission

It has less to do with racism and more to do with a commission that’s high on power-tripping and low on the brand of leadership needed to address today’s cannabis industry challenges.
readers react

College leaders leave distressing impression in Washington hearing

Andrea Joy Campbell and John Formella

Instagram and kids: Why dozens of attorneys general are suing Meta

RENÉE GRAHAM

No, Julianna Margulies did not actually apologize

EDITORIAL

In Newton, an outside force provides momentum for zoning reform

Beyond the Gilded Gate

Reimagining an American ideal

California is trying to tackle its housing crisis by rethinking the traditional single-family home. Why isn’t Massachusetts?

Explore the project

More recent News

AbbVie buying Cambridge biotech Cerevel for $8.7 billion

The deal comes less than a week after the Illinois-based pharmaceutical giant said it would acquire ImmunoGen of Waltham for more than $10 billion.

Milton man who died in apparent accident in Kowloon parking lot was devoted father of twins, former athlete

Patrick Kenney Jr. “approached life the way he played football — full speed ahead with fierce determination and infectious joy in life that he shared with family, friends, teammates, and coworkers,” his obituary said.

Chelsea police warn public about ‘skimmer’ device found at Market Basket
Skimmers, which scammers use to steal information from credit and debit cards, have also recently been found at Market Baskets in Reading, Somerville, Haverhill, and Concord, N.H., according to law enforcement officials.

Man dies after crashing into utility pole and tree on Route 9 in Wellesley, police say
A man died in a crash Wednesday morning on Route 9 in Wellesley when the SUV he was driving struck a utility pole and a tree, officials said.

Northeastern University student, 21, dies of complications from bacterial meningitis

Shane Michael McCarthy was a Greenfield native and was studying business management before his death on Nov. 30, according to Northeastern and his online obituary.

New England Sinai rehab hospital in Stoughton will close

Steward Health Care’s move puts more pressure on hospitals in the region that have struggled to discharge patients.
Globe Santa

Globe Santa rides firetruck, in lieu of sleigh, to Medford Christmas tree-lighting
The Medford chapter of the Kiwanis Club hosted the event on Tuesday,

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What’s next? How the Alex Verdugo trade sets the stage for the rest of the Red Sox offseason.

Boston could continue to improve its outfield, but are likely to solidify the rotation first.
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‘I owe you a drink. A dinner. A foot massage.’ Newton city councilor sends ‘unwelcome’ texts to colleague.
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Norfolk DA says he is mystified by US attorney, FBI interest in Karen Read murder prosecution
Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey said Tuesday he was mystified why Acting US Attorney Joshua S Levy and the Boston office of the FBI have taken the “extraordinary step” of conducting an inquiry into the ongoing Karen Read murder prosecution.

Cold Case Files
The bodies of a mother and her 4-year-old daughter were found in the woods in 1973. The killings have never been solved.
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Culture & Lifestyle

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Grab your handsaw and get ready for an adventure in one of the few Christmas tree farm forests in the country

After more than half a century, ‘Black Nativity’ remains inspired and inspiring

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Special Projects

Boston thrives off the dreams of young people. But can they make it here?

Baby boomers and Gen Xers benefited from economic conditions that do not exist for millennials. And by many measures, the path ahead for Gen Z is even more fraught.

Boston doesn’t work if the T doesn’t work

With the MBTA engulfed by issues, everyday riders are feeling the pain.

How the missing become the uncounted

Inside the government’s flawed approach to finding missing persons.

Two Weeks in America

We sent a dozen journalists on the road across this complex country. They found it’s better than you think.

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Campus DEI offices have failed to address antisemitism

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The migrant crisis is a problem for Democrats and Republicans are happy to exploit it

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Shots fired: Normalizing crime in Boston

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No, Julianna Margulies did not actually apologize

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Brookline’s phased cigarette ban is unwise, irrational, and deeply patronizing

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If your dog could speak, would you like what it said?

Metro

‘Depending on the context’: University presidents’ responses to genocide question draw furor

Prominent alumni called for Harvard president Claudine Gay and University of Pennsylvania president Liz Magill to resign.

Boston Public Market to welcome Globe Santa at family holiday party

Globe Santa will pay a visit to those who stop by the Boston Public Market’s family holiday party on Sunday.

Boston City Council passes resolution opposing moving O’Bryant School to West Roxbury

The Boston City Council passed a non-binding resolution Wednesday opposing relocating the O’Bryant School of Math and Science to West Roxbury, one day after an hours-long hearing on the proposal where parents, teachers and alumni voiced their opposition to the move.

Amid controversy over teaching English learners, Boston Public Schools hires new chief of multilingual and multicultural education

Starting in January, Joelle Gamere, director of the Toussaint L’Ouverture Academy at Mattahunt Elementary School, will lead the department, known formerly as the Office of English Learners.

Sports

WOMEN'S COLLEGE HOCKEY NOTEBOOK

These four freshman women’s college hockey players are turning heads

Boston College's Sammy Taber and Julia Pellerin, plus Northeastern's Allie Lalonde and Harvard's Zoe Boosamra, have made their cases to be on lineup charts.
KEVIN PAUL DUPONT | ON HOCKEY

US Hockey Hall of Fame induction harkens to, and honors, the long skate to stardom

Wednesday's honorees at the Westin Copley included Rhode Island-born Brian Burke, New Hampshire natives Katie King Crowley and Brian Murphy, and Arlington's Joe Bertagna.
MLB

Report: Yankees close to trading for Padres superstar Juan Soto

Soto racked up 35 home runs and 109 RBIs with the Padres last year.
Peter Abraham I On baseball

It may have been ‘nothing that was on the radar ever,’ but Joe Castiglione finally got his call from baseball’s Hall

MIAA

MIAA reverses decision in eligibility case for students with learning disabilities

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With offseason options such as AAU and club play, many high school basketball teams hope year-round players will help jumpstart the season

Business

AbbVie buying Cambridge biotech Cerevel for $8.7 billion

The deal comes less than a week after the Illinois-based pharmaceutical giant said it would acquire ImmunoGen of Waltham for more than $10 billion.

Google updates Bard chatbot with ‘Gemini’ AI as it chases ChatGPT

Company officials said Gemini was more powerful than Google’s previous chatbot technologies and that it could generate more accurate responses and come closer to mimicking human reasoning in some situations.

New England Sinai rehab hospital in Stoughton will close

Cigarette maker cuts value of Camel and other US brands by $31b

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2023

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metro

Chelsea police warn public about ‘skimmer’ device found at Market Basket

The Conjuring House barn caught fire over the weekend. It wasn’t ghosts, owners confirm.

Florida man held without bail on federal gun charges after East Providence shooting

sports

Red Sox add minor-league pitcher in trade with Mets, lose two players in Rule 5 draft

2024 Belmont Stakes to be held at Saratoga as shortened, 1 ¼-mile Triple Crown finale

The Patriots’ and Steelers’ offense are equally abysmal. Why is Pittsburgh 7-5, and New England 2-10?

business

Chelsea police warn public about ‘skimmer’ device found at Market Basket

Decades after Europe, turning blades send first commercial offshore wind power onto US grid

As EV sales growth slows, Mass. car dealers ask Biden to ‘tap the brakes’ on electric transition

politics

Kevin McCarthy was booted as House speaker two months ago. Now he’s leaving Congress by year’s end.

A narrowing Republican presidential field is debating just six weeks before the Iowa caucuses

Senate Republicans block Ukraine and Israel aid from advancing as they demand border policy changes

Nation

Police say 3 dead, fourth wounded and shooter also dead in University of Nevada, Las Vegas attack

Texas man charged with capital murder after 6 dead, 3 wounded in wide trail of separate attacks

AP African American studies adds lesson on sports and racial justice

World

Putin makes rare visit to Mideast

As political turmoil intensifies in Ukraine, opposition leader is blocked from trip abroad

US supports ‘largely’ phasing out fossil fuels, Kerry says at climate summit

opinion

Social Studies: Political misperceptions; ethnic identity without evidence; how Trump’s visa policies hurt American business

Scot Lehigh tried reasoning like a Trump supporter. Here’s what he came up with.

Tackling the scourge of ghost guns, preventing the next tragedy a must in 2024

lifestyle

Here are the top quotes of 2023

Everything you need to know about ‘rizz,’ but were afraid to ask

Barbie, Taylor Swift, and Hollywood strikers make Time’s Person of the Year 2023 shortlist

food & dining

Milton man who died in apparent accident in Kowloon parking lot was devoted father of twins, former athlete

Cookbooks for everyone

Recipe: Of all the latke methods under the sun, this one for potato latke muffins is the least messy — and quite good

travel

We’ve visited St. Lucia 10 times. Here’s what we’ve learned.

How to eat your way around San Juan

What we learned on our multigenerational trip to Disney World

Arts

Virginia state art museum returns 44 pieces authorities determined were stolen or looted

‘Unearthing the Sky’ unearths big questions at Providence College Galleries

250th anniversary of Boston Tea Party to feature reenactment

Books

Dehumanized and desperate, but make it Irish in Paul Lynch’s gripping ‘Prophet Song’

Ottessa Moshfegh creates a noir ‘New England universe’ in her film adaptation of ‘Eileen’

There are more options when it comes to school book fairs, but is there still a place for them?

Movies

‘The Boy and the Heron’: a magical Miyazaki mystery tour

‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé’ illuminates a superstar in command of her artistry, onstage and off

In John Woo’s ‘Silent Night,’ all is neither calm nor bright

Television

PBS returning to ‘Wolf Hall’ with ‘The Mirror and the Light’

Norman Lear reinvented what a sitcom could be, while letting us see ourselves

7 classic Norman Lear shows available on streaming

music

Mason Daring and Jeanie Stahl celebrate a 50-year musical partnership

‘We picked a choice that represents joy’: Taylor Swift is Time’s person of the year

Record returned 45 years late is a ‘book drop treasure’

Theater/Dance

In her solo show, Kenice Mobley brings light to her darkest hours

After more than half a century, ‘Black Nativity’ remains inspired and inspiring

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Health

CVS to launch new pharmacy reimbursement model aimed at simplifying drug pricing

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Obituaries

Norman Lear, producer of TV’s ‘All in the Family’ and influential liberal advocate, has died

John Nichols, author of ‘The Milagro Beanfield War,’ dies at 83

Tim Dorsey, who turned Florida’s quirks into comic gold, dies at 62