AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoImmigration & Community Safety: Massachusetts lawmakers say they’ve struck a deal on the PROTECT Act after TPS for Haitians and Syrians expired, with Haitian faith leaders rallying at the State House and Gov. Healey urging Congress to extend TPS. Local Arts & Economic Development: North Adams was chosen for a $2.5 million arts-and-business pilot, with MassDevelopment placing a “Creative District fellow” to connect downtown groups and investment. Queer Culture: Worcester’s Femme Bar was named a USA Today “Bar of the Year,” spotlighting a rare lesbian bar that frames itself as community, not just nightlife. Education & Parent Rights: The U.S. Department of Education found Burlington Public Schools violated federal parental rights laws by requiring students to take a survey with sensitive, sexually explicit questions despite opt-out requests. Performing Arts: The Huntington marks 20 years of its Summer Theatre Institute, paying and training Boston-area high schoolers for a one-night Shakespeare performance. Sports & Identity: LeBron James’ Philly “process” hint has Eagles fans buzzing as Massachusetts watches the ripple effects of his NBA move.
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