Back in 1779, the framers of the Massachusetts Constitution didn't anticipate a situation where a lieutenant governor is the subject of a grand jury investigation into corruption.More>>
The government invests billions in colleges and universities through grants and loans. These programs are supposed to make higher education more affordable but they actually contribute to the spiraling cost of college tuition.More>>
Are you a part of the growing number of people who have softened on Dzhokhar? Do you focus most of your anger and disdain on his dead older brother Tamerlan? Have you joined the legions of Dzhokhar defenders? Oh sure, you are still the first to say he's guilty, just not as guilty as his brother.More>>
For every selfless offer of help following a tragedy there is always some huckster looking to exploit that kindness and turn it into a fast buck.More>>
Do you smell that? It's the stench of cowardice. Right now, it's the only thing in Massachusetts that smells worse than the stink of terrorist bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev's corpse.
Do you smell that? It's the stench of cowardice. Right now, it's the only thing in Massachusetts that smells worse than the stink of terrorist bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev's corpse. The backbones of our elected officials have steadily decomposed since last Friday when the body of Tamerlan was slid into a cooler at a Worcester funeral home.
Can you hear that? It's the deafening sound of silence from our elected officials. They don't want to be anywhere near a microphone or camera if the question of Tamerlan Tsarnaev's burial is the topic.
Can you hear that? It's the deafening sound of silence from our elected officials. They don't want to be anywhere near a microphone or camera if the question of Tamerlan Tsarnaev's burial is the topic. By running from this issue they're showing their true colors: political cowardice and hypocrisy.
These words are attributed to Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto regarding the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor by forces of Imperial Japan. Instead of reveling in a military victory, he
These words are attributed to Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto regarding the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor by forces of Imperial Japan. Instead of reveling in a military victory, he looked forward to difficult future battles.
Consider the plight of John. He lives on a typical street in the quintessential American neighborhood. He has a beautiful home, a gorgeous wife and three brilliant children. He has a successful career
Consider the plight of John. He lives on a typical street in the quintessential American neighborhood. He has a beautiful home, a gorgeous wife and three brilliant children. He has a successful career and can afford all the trappings of an upper middle class lifestyle.
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Didn't they fix this after 9/11? I thought we had learned from the intelligence and law enforcement mistakes that contributed to the success of the 9/11 terrorists.
Didn't they fix this after 9/11? I thought we had learned from the intelligence and law enforcement mistakes that contributed to the success of the 9/11 terrorists.
The National Rifle Association does a lot of good, especially in the area of teaching gun safety to hunters. One of their most important lessons is about taking good aim and knowing what you're
The National Rifle Association does a lot of good, especially in the area of teaching gun safety to hunters. One of their most important lessons is about taking good aim and knowing what you're shooting at before pulling the trigger. Most hunting accidents are a result of people who shoot without identifying the target. Ironically, the NRA is not practicing what they preach.
"All I'm doing today is saying I'm not running. I have nine months left. Just think of what I could do in nine months. I don't have to worry about anything, no voters or anything." Mayor Thomas M. Menino, March 28, 2013
"All I'm doing today is saying I'm not running. I have nine months left. Just think of what I could do in nine months. I don't have to worry about anything, no voters or anything." Mayor Thomas M. Menino, March 28, 2013
In Massachusetts, you don't have to wait until April 1 to encounter the absurd. We have it here every day of the year. The following situations could pass for an April Fools' joke, but sadly, they're the truth.
In Massachusetts, you don't have to wait until April 1 to encounter the absurd. We have it here every day of the year. The following situations could pass for an April Fools' joke, but sadly, they're the truth.
It's time for an investigation into the highway robbery known as the per diem system for state lawmakers. I asked Attorney General Martha Coakley's office Wednesday if per diems were on their radar?
It's time for an investigation into the highway robbery known as the per diem system for state lawmakers. I asked Attorney General Martha Coakley's office Wednesday if per diems were on their radar? They declined to comment. I'm hoping that there's already an investigation going on behind the scenes.
This whole system of paying lawmakers to drive back and forth to work is based on the honor system. What a joke. There are no checks and balances. Allow me to explain how it works and some of
This whole system of paying lawmakers to drive back and forth to work is based on the honor system. What a joke. There are no checks and balances. Allow me to explain how it works and some of the dirty little secrets. A representative or senator simply fills out a form with the days they traveled to Boston and fax it into the State House. Then a check is cut, but wait it gets better.
As I write this blog, I am kneeling and praying that Cardinal Bernard Law will be banished to a cloistered monastery for the rest of his life. For those of you who don't know
As I write this blog, I am kneeling and praying that Cardinal Bernard Law will be banished to a cloistered monastery for the rest of his life. For those of you who don't know what cloistered means, a cloistered monastery is a humble existence, lots of silence, and no gourmet Italian meals. It's like being sent to your room by God.
It is heartbreaking for me to see the latest storm's devastation on the coast of Massachusetts. I love the shoreline and it's sad to see people losing their homes.
It is heartbreaking for me to see the latest storm's devastation on the coast of Massachusetts. I love the shoreline and it's sad to see people losing their homes.
My commute back and forth to work today will cost me around $14.81. I'll travel a total of 96 miles and burn 3.4 gallons of gas worth about $12.41. My Fast Lane transponder will authorize the Commonwealth
My commute back and forth to work today will cost me around $14.81. I'll travel a total of 96 miles and burn 3.4 gallons of gas worth about $12.41. My Fast Lane transponder will authorize the Commonwealth to deduct $2.40 from my checking account. I considered these costs when I accepted the job here at FOX 25. You may have worked out a similar equation when you took a job or opportunity that would involve a commute.
I can't believe that two elected officials care more about a dog than a mauled 6-year-old who will carry physical and emotional scars for the rest of his life.
I can't believe that two elected officials care more about a dog than a mauled 6-year-old who will carry physical and emotional scars for the rest of his life. Wait a minute, I can believe it because politicians are full of what dog walkers are required to pick up with a used plastic grocery bag.
It's that time again. The writers at the Religion News Service have put out their brackets for March Catholics. Here are your 16 "popefuls" for the 2013 crown.
It's that time again. The writers at the Religion News Service have put out their brackets for March Catholics. Here are your 16 "popefuls" for the 2013 crown.
In 1993, Boston Mayor Ray Flynn was in the middle of his third term. By all accounts, if he wanted it, a fourth term was not out of the question. However, he gave up all that power to become U.S. ambassador to the
In 1993, Boston Mayor Ray Flynn was in the middle of his third term. By all accounts, if he wanted it, a fourth term was not out of the question. However, he gave up all that power to become U.S. ambassador to the Vatican.
When the Titanic was sinking, the call went out for women and children first.
When the Titanic was sinking, the call went out for women and children first. Those brave men cared so much about their families that they were willing to sacrifice their seats in a lifeboat and ultimately their lives, so that others would survive.
Even if you don't care about guns, read this blog. At the end, you'll have a better understanding of how dysfunctional our legislature is when they make laws affecting our daily lives.
Even if you don't care about guns, read this blog. At the end, you'll have a better understanding of how dysfunctional our legislature is when they make laws affecting our daily lives.
If he doesn't already have one, Michael McLaughlin should open a Twitter account. The disgraced former head of the Chelsea Housing Authority is singing like a bird.
If he doesn't already have one, Michael McLaughlin should open a Twitter account. The disgraced former head of the Chelsea Housing Authority is singing like a bird.
It's extortion, plain and simple. Every man is expected to present their wife or girlfriend with flowers, chocolates or some type of jewelry today… or else!
It's extortion, plain and simple. Every man is expected to present their wife or girlfriend with flowers, chocolates or some type of jewelry today… or else!
I spent some time scaling an icy snow packed hill on Monday. It's great to smell the crisp fresh cold air as you challenge yourself to make it to the top. My partner, photographer Jim Goff, was at my side
I spent some time scaling an icy snow packed hill on Monday. It's great to smell the crisp fresh cold air as you challenge yourself to make it to the top. My partner, photographer Jim Goff, was at my side, documenting the monumental journey and encouraging me to ignore the danger.
Here's a fun activity to pass the time while you're snowbound and watching FOX 25's excellent coverage of the blizzard (look for me live from Worcester).
Here's a fun activity to pass the time while you're snowbound and watching FOX 25's excellent coverage of the blizzard (look for me live from Worcester).
During daylight hours, the surface of the planet Mercury can reach over 600 degrees Fahrenheit. That's also the same temperature at which Teflon will melt.
During daylight hours, the surface of the planet Mercury can reach over 600 degrees Fahrenheit. That's also the same temperature at which Teflon will melt.
I used to think that meteorologists were in cahoots with supermarket chains. I envisioned store managers paying off weather forecasters to make dire warnings of impending snowfall.
I used to think that meteorologists were in cahoots with supermarket chains. I envisioned store managers paying off weather forecasters to make dire warnings of impending snowfall. Of course, none of this is true. Our superior weather professionals here at FOX 25 rely on computer models, atmospheric readings, and their own experience and understanding of New England's complex weather variables. Bread, milk, and egg sales are never a factor.
I don't look it now, but at one time I could play a decent game of basketball. When I was about 10-years-old, my parents sent me to a summer sports camp at Worcester Academy.
I don't look it now, but at one time I could play a decent game of basketball. When I was about 10-years-old, my parents sent me to a summer sports camp at Worcester Academy. It was there that I was fortunate enough to come under the tutelage of Bob Foley. You may recognize the name.
On Thursday, the state's Inspector General announced that at least $25 million in welfare benefits went to people who did not deserve them. I'm not surprised. Recently, Governor Deval Patrick called examples
On Thursday, the state's Inspector General announced that at least $25 million in welfare benefits went to people who did not deserve them. I'm not surprised. Recently, Governor Deval Patrick called examples of welfare fraud "anecdotes." Does he really believe that $25 million is chump change? I doubt it, and I can prove it.
You don't need to be a master of political science to figure out Congressman Stephen Lynch's campaign strategy. Just look at his schedule for Thursday, where he eats and where he makes his official
You don't need to be a master of political science to figure out Congressman Stephen Lynch's campaign strategy. Just look at his schedule for Thursday, where he eats and where he makes his official announcement to run for Senate. Those three stops lay the foundation of the former ironworker's upstart bid to be the democratic candidate to fill John Kerry's soon to be vacated Senate seat.
Don't be surprised if Scott Brown does not make another run at the Senate. I don't have any insider information, just a hunch coupled with some reliable political instincts.
Don't be surprised if Scott Brown does not make another run at the Senate. I don't have any insider information, just a hunch coupled with some reliable political instincts.
Arthur Fonzarelli is now qualified to hold a US Senate seat from Massachusetts. Why not? The Fonz is synonymous with the attribute that was touted by both Gov. Deval Patrick and Lt. Gov. Tim Murray
Arthur Fonzarelli is now qualified to hold a US Senate seat from Massachusetts. Why not? The Fonz is synonymous with the attribute that was touted by both Gov. Deval Patrick and Lt. Gov. Tim Murray as they introduced the designated interim Senator William "Mo" Cowan.
We're heading back to Thorndyke Road School. My venerable grammar school provided a solid foundation of the three R's and a healthy dose of valuable life lessons.
We're heading back to Thorndyke Road School. My venerable grammar school provided a solid foundation of the three R's and a healthy dose of valuable life lessons.
John Dillinger broke out of prison in 1934 by brandishing a fake gun. The guards didn't question whether the poke in their back was an actual steel barrel. They let public enemy number one go free after
John Dillinger broke out of prison in 1934 by brandishing a fake gun. The guards didn't question whether the poke in their back was an actual steel barrel. They let public enemy number one go free after being threatened with a gun fabricated from a wood wash board and black shoe polish. You should not be critical of the guards, it was a dimly lit cell block and Dillinger had already killed a cop in a shoot-out following a bank robbery.
One of the first concepts law students learn is called the fruit of the poison tree. In simple terms, it means that evidence obtained from an illegal arrest, unreasonable search, or coercive
One of the first concepts law students learn is called the fruit of the poison tree. In simple terms, it means that evidence obtained from an illegal arrest, unreasonable search, or coercive interrogation must be excluded from trial.
