July 2, 2026

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As debate over a Worcester police oversight board continues, advocates lay out ideas

Worcester debates forming a civilian police oversight board, with advocates seeking subpoena powers and opponents citing existing state oversight.

By Adam Bass | abass@masslive.com

Anonymous donations helped sustain Anna Maria College’s closure as its debts mounted

Anna Maria College abruptly closed its doors in May. Now the college has a mountain of debt to repay, including to students and the federal government.

By Juliet Schulman-Hall | JSchulman-Hall@masslive.com

Money talks: 7 cool things to see at Boston’s new finance museum — admission is free

Boston’s new finance museum, located in the Seaport, showcases rare artifacts and interactive exhibits on American financial history.

By Scott Kirsner | SKirsner@masslive.com

Amid beach takeovers and rowdy crowds, Cape Cod towns are fighting back

Cape Cod towns have curbed unruly July 4th beach crowds with stricter rules, increased patrols and proactive enforcement.

By Will Katcher | WKatcher@masslive.com

Where Celtics roster stands after Jaylen Brown trade, 2 signings

The Celtics had a busy Wednesday as they traded Jaylen Brown but also made a pair of free agent signings.

By Souichi Terada | sterada@masslive.com

Fever coach Stephanie White defends former Sun player, calls out ‘internet community’

Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White spoke after practice on Wednesday in defense of former Connecticut Sun star, Alyssa Thomas.

By Kenneth Manoj | kmanoj@masslive.com

Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd return to Hartford as Sun host Wings at PeoplesBank Arena

Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd are set to lead the Wings against the Sun on Thursday night from the stomping grounds of the former UConn stars.

By Kenneth Manoj | kmanoj@masslive.com