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August 5, 2026 MassLive.com Latest Headlines Politics Boston Mayor Wu’s next political test: Can she take down two state senators? Two Democratic incumbents. One determined Boston mayor. Michelle Wu is betting big on a pair of Beacon Hill primaries. By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com Read more News Boston When rats go viral: Human-sized ‘rat queen’ captures hearts around Boston Sariah Wertman has been spreading joy across Boston with her quirky musical performances while dressed as a giant rat. By David Cifarelli | dcifarelli@masslive.com MORE    Boston Across Boston, run-down lots are transforming into ‘edible parks’ Vacant lots across Boston have been transformed into community-run food forests, providing free, healthy produce and fostering neighborhood connections. By Will Katcher | WKatcher@masslive.com MORE    News Jury likely to hear about DNA evidence when Lindsay Clancy trial resumes Wednesday Wednesday's testimony is expected to end early. By Charlie McKenna | cmckenna@masslive.com MORE    See more news Sports Red Sox Red Sox blowout includes a ‘told you so’ and four firsts (one by Brayan Bello) The new Red Sox reliever said about his teammates, “They looked over me and were like, ‘Hey, man. We told you so.’ " By Christopher Smith | csmith@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Fenway Insider: Submit questions for MassLive’s Sean McAdam What questions do you have for Sean McAdam this week? By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com and Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Gabe Jacas looks like a star, but can the Patriots rookie play like one? | Karen Guregian The Patriots need their second-round edge rusher to contribute soon, but Gabe Jacas is playing catch up after his delayed start to training camp. By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com MORE