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This morning in WBUR Today: Boston is giving residents an extra week to submit ideas in this year's round of participatory budgeting Plus: — Wu shakes up the Streets Cabinet — Green Line closures coming down the track — Boston's restaurant week(s) returns www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

Bostonians are getting extra time this year to submit ideas on how to spend $2 millionThe city of Boston is extending the monthlong window for residents to submit ideas for its third-ever round of participatory budgeting an extra week — until Aug. 7.www.wbur.org

Beacon Hill's compromise bill to limit ICE arrests in Massachusetts is expected to hit Gov. Maura Healey's desk by the end of the week. Here are five things to know about the deal: www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

5 things to know about Beacon Hill's deal to limit ICE in MassachusettsAfter the House and Senate passed differing versions of the so-called PROTECT Act this spring, Beacon Hill leaders announced a compromise Wednesday intended to bolster immigrant protections and limit ...www.wbur.org

Logan Airport's remote terminal in Framingham 'took off.' Now, officials are extending the pilot — and planning additional locations www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

Logan Airport's remote terminal in Framingham 'took off.' Now, officials are planning an expansionMassport officials are extending the pilot program that lets some Logan Airport passengers check in and go through security in Framingham — and they're planning to bring more locations online in the c...www.wbur.org

The MBTA is extending half-off monthly commuter rail passes through November — and piloting three other fare discounts this fall. Details in this morning's newsletter: www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

The MBTA is rolling out 3 new fare discounts — and extending half-off commuter rail passes — this fallTwo of the MBTA's summer commuter rail discounts — including 50% off monthly passes — will continue through November, Gov. Maura Healey's office announced Tuesday. Additionally, the T will pilot three...www.wbur.org

This morning in WBUR Today: What to expect in the Lindsay Clancy trial as opening statements begin Plus: — TPS expiration date — Maine Democrats officially replace Platner — The Sox' addition from Down Under www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

What to know about the Lindsay Clancy trial as opening statements begin MondayOpening statements are scheduled to begin Monday in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Duxbury woman charged with killing her three children in their home in 2023. WBUR's Deborah Becker reports it's exp...www.wbur.org

Massachusetts is the only state in New England without regulations on ATM-like cryptocurrency kiosks. Following a big story by The Boston Globe and pressure from local sheriffs and the AARP, the state Senate moved yesterday at least temporarily ban them: www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

Crypto ATM scams in Mass. stole millions last year. The Senate wants to ban the kiosksThe Massachusetts Senate passed a bill that would at least temporarily ban ATM-like cryptocurrency kiosks, amid concerns about rampant scams.www.wbur.org

This morning in WBUR Today: The so-called "fun agenda" is up for a vote today in the Massachusetts Senate. But can it pass the House? And did you meet your fun quotient? www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

Mass. summer alcohol rules sunset this month — unless the 'fun agenda' backers get their wayA group of Massachusetts state senators have proposed a package of amendments — dubbed the "fun agenda" — to an economic development bill that is up for a vote Thursday.www.wbur.org

Massachusetts will officially have nine ballot questions this fall, tying a state record. As a result, some cities and towns could have ballots that run across two — or even three — pages. That could create some "time and space" challenges at the polls: www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

Massachusetts has finalized its list of 9 ballot questions for 2026. Now comes the tricky partMassachusetts will officially a state record for the number of ballot questions this fall. But the volume presents logistical challenges when it comes to "time and space" at the polls, according to Se...www.wbur.org

This morning in WBUR Today: 4 ways to get around the 10-day Red Line closure north of Boston www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

4 ways to get around the 10-day Red Line closure north of BostonThe MBTA is suspending Red Line service between Alewife and Park Street for 10 days this month, July 21-30. Here's a look at your alternative options.www.wbur.org

This morning in WBUR Today: Boston's last local World Cup game is today — and it's got some intrigue Plus: — The City Council's last-ditch try to prevent BPS layoffs — Norwood's boil-water order — The House's catch-all bill — A British flyover this afternoon www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

What to know about Boston's final 2026 World Cup game ThursdayFans of both France and Morocco rallied in downtown Boston ahead of Thursday's quarterfinal game, which caps off a busy few weeks of World Cup tourism for the Boston area.www.wbur.org

Nurses at Brigham and Women's Hospital walked out this morning in what is the largest nurses strike in Massachusetts history and the first since 2022. How long will it last? What should patients expect? Here are some FAQs: www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

The largest nurses strike in Mass. history begins Wednesday. Here's what to knowMore than 4,000 nurses at Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital are going on strike Wednesday. Here's how long the work stoppage is planned to last and what patients should expect.www.wbur.org

This morning in WBUR Today: Distracting ourselves from last night's World Cup game with a look ahead at the best places to see the tall ships' arrival in Boston on Saturday — and how to get there: www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

The best spots to see the tall ships in Boston — and how to get thereThe MBTA plans to run special bus service to several Parade of Sail viewpoints on Saturday, from Castle Island to the Charlestown Navy Yard.www.wbur.org

This morning in WBUR Today: What's driving the bus driver strike north of Boston? A fight over Saturday Plus: — Celtics actually trade Jaylen Brown — North Shore beaches begin to reopen — An almost-not-late state budget! — Cambridge reconsiders pour decisions www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

What's driving the bus driver strike north of Boston? A fight over SaturdaysMerrimack Valley Transit officials say their latest contract offer includes a 25% base pay raise over the next three years. But striking bus drivers argue they would lose overtime and flexibility on S...www.wbur.org

This morning in WBUR Today: How yesterday's Supreme Court decision could affect transgender athletes in Massachusetts Plus: — Dozens of local TPS workers laid off — Healey's medical debt move — Merrimack Valley's bus stoppage — Brockton's World Cup curfew www.wbur.org/news/2026/07... @wbur.org

How the Supreme Court decision on transgender athletes could affect MassachusettsThe ruling doesn't change the law in Massachusetts, which is among 21 states that allow transgender women and girls to play on female sports teams. But legal experts said there could be issues if loca...www.wbur.org

This morning in WBUR Today: Boston Mayor Michelle Wu "absolutely" wants to keep the 3 a.m. last calls and outdoor drinking districts going beyond this summer.  "So far, it's been really delightful," Wu told WBUR. www.wbur.org/news/2026/06... @wbur.org

Mayor Wu wants to keep Boston's 3 a.m. last calls and outdoor drinking districts beyond this summerAny extension of the temproary alcohol rules would require approval from the State House. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu told WBUR that she thinks the "delightful" trial this summer could strengthen the arg...www.wbur.org

What are Massachusetts TPS holders' options after this week's Supreme Court decision? Here's what local legal experts are saying www.wbur.org/news/2026/06... @wbur.org

What are Massachusetts TPS holders' options after this week's Supreme Court decision?Massachusetts immigrant rights groups are planning clinics to help local Haitians living under Temporary Protected Status determine whether they are eligible for other forms of protection.www.wbur.org

This morning in WBUR Today: President Trump abruptedly canceled plans to sign the housing bill Elizabeth Warren spearheaded. Now what? Plus: — The Mass. Senate's energy affordability bill — Boston's budget — Haiti's World Cup finale www.wbur.org/news/2026/06... @wbur.org

After Trump cancels signing, Elizabeth Warren pledges to pass housing bill — one way or anotherPresident Trump had expressed support for the bill and was scheduled to sign it into law Wednesday. But then he canceled the signing, demanding Congress pass his election overhaul bill first.www.wbur.org

many people pointing out it would take billions of dollars to dig a fully new, five-mile Orange Line tunnel — but what about the costs of realigning the Green Line's E branch, connecting the Mattapan trolley to South Station and relocating Aquarium to a new Harbor Island?

A new Zillow report shows rent is getting more affordable across the U.S. — but less so in Boston www.wbur.org/news/2026/06... @wbur.org

A new Zillow report shows rent is getting more affordable across the U.S. — but less so in BostonBy some measures, the rate of affordable rental listings is at its highest mark in years. But in the Boston area, the situation is "still very challenging," especially for lower-income renters.www.wbur.org

After two local World Cup games, the Tartan Army said farewell to Boston over the weekend. Or more specifically, "see you again soon." Here's a look at the very real chances Scotland return to Boston for a World Cup elimination-stage game: www.wbur.org/news/2026/06... @wbur.org

Scottish fans bid farewell to Boston. But they could be back very soonAfter two local World Cup games, the Scottish national team and its fans said goodbye to Boston. Or is it see you again soon? Here's a look at the odds that Scotland are back in Boston for a Round of ...www.wbur.org