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Historic Somali-American Lawmaker in Maine Will Not Run Again Amid Safety Concerns
In a decision that has reverberated across civic and immigrant communities in New England, State Representative Deqa Dhalac, a trailblazing Somali-American leader, announced she will...
New ICE Rule on Entering Homes Without a Warrant Raises Concern
A recently uncovered internal directive from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has triggered deep concern across Massachusetts and the broader New England immigrant community...
ICE Operations in Maine and Massachusetts Leave Immigrant Families on Edge
Comprehensive analysis based on recent reporting and official sources.
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency has initiated heightened immigration enforcement operations in Maine...
Miniard Culpepper: A Legacy of Justice Leading District 7
Sworn in on January 5, 2026, Miniard Culpepper now represents District 7 on the Boston City Council, serving the communities of Roxbury, Dorchester, Fenway,...
Why Many Immigrants and People of Color Still Feel Like Outsiders in New England
As demographic change reshapes New England, longstanding narratives of inclusion are increasingly at odds with the lived realities of communities of color. New research...
Massachusetts Data Equity Law Takes Effect, Marking Shift for Immigrants and Communities of Color
As of January 2026, Massachusetts’ Data Equity law is officially in effect, marking a major change in how state agencies collect and share demographic...
Boston Confirms Two Flu-Related Deaths in Children Under Two; Officials Urge Immediate Vaccination
Boston, MA — The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) has reported two tragic influenza-associated deaths among children under the age of two, highlighting the...
Moises Rodrigues Makes History as Brockton’s First Mayor of Color
Brockton, MA — January 5, 2026 In a landmark moment for Brockton, Moises M. Rodrigues was sworn in today as the city’s new mayor,...
Mayor Wu’s Stadium Deal Brings Equity Wins for Communities of Color
Boston, MA — Mayor Michelle Wu has announced a landmark Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) with the Kraft Group tied to the proposed Everett soccer...
Impact on Low-Income Families and Communities of Color as Student Loan Garnishment Returns
The U.S. Department of Education has confirmed that it will begin administering wage garnishment for federal student loan borrowers in default starting the week...
Mass Slashes Environmental Review Times to Accelerate Affordable Housing Development
Boston, MA — In a bold move to tackle the state’s housing crisis, Governor Maura Healey announced a sweeping reform that cuts environmental review...
Democracy at a Crossroads as New England Struggles with Election Oversight and Equity
Voting rights and election oversight continue to present challenges for immigrants and communities of color in New England, despite the region’s progressive reputation. Structural...
Immigrant and Minority Entrepreneurs in New England Face Persistent Barriers to Funding
Small businesses owned by immigrants and people of color continue to play a critical role in New England’s economy, yet securing capital remains a...
Immigrants of Color Face Rising Exclusion Across New England
Across cities in New England, immigrants and communities of color are experiencing increased social exclusion amid a rise in dehumanizing political rhetoric, according to...