Public Safety
City of Springfield
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The federal consent decree aimed to boost the ranks of Black and Latino police officers and firefighters in more than 100 Massachusetts cities and towns. It included Springfield until a few years ago, and Holyoke will be released from the requirements at the end of this year.
The Fabulous 413
Kaliis Smith
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NEPM
We talk the history of glass art at Springfield Museums with artist Josh Simpson, have Live Music Friday with the timeless Jenna Nicholls, and taste mystery wines at Dare Bottleshop & Provisions.
The Rundown with Carrie Saldo
Tony Dunne
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Today on The Rundown, panelists discuss Gov. Maura Healey’s new gun law, what consequences face Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi after his O.U.I arrest, the golden treasure hunt has been resolved in the woods of western Mass., and much more.
Commentary
Images from "A Big Mooncake for Little Star."
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Banning books hurts us all, says western Massachusetts author and illustrator Grace Lin.
Election 2024
Acclaimed photojournalist Barry Goldstein examines examines the experiences and perspectives of Massachusetts attendees and others at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois.
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