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Massachusetts Faces 2026 Ballot Showdown as Gun Rights Groups Mobilize Against Tightened Firearms Laws

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BOSTON, Mass. — Massachusetts gun rights groups have amassed over 90,000 signatures aiming to challenge a 2024 legislation enhancing the state’s stringent gun laws, setting the stage for a potential repeal on the 2026 ballot. Opponents of the law argue it infringes on the rights of law-abiding citizens without tackling crime effectively, while supporters believe these measures are crucial for public safety. The 2024 legislation introduces multiple stringent provisions, including a ban on ghost guns, mandatory live-fire training for licensing, extended red flag laws allowing healthcare professionals to request firearm removals, and stricter regulations on … Read more

Artists and Tenants at Atlantic Mills Mobilize to Protect Cultural Hub as Ownership Change Looms

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Providence, RI — Concerns are mounting among the long-standing tenants of Atlantic Mills, a pivotal cultural and artistic center in Providence’s Olneyville neighborhood, as they brace for potential displacement due to the impending sale of the building. The tenants, many of whom are artists and small business owners, fear the new owners could increase rents and evict those who are currently behind on payments, threatening the existence of a historic hub that has supported cultural and artistic endeavors for decades. Atlantic Mills, known for its rich history of nurturing notable artists like Shepherd Fairey and … Read more