Newton says "kinda" to raising taxes for schools. A green light for a temporary increase to overhaul two elementary schools, but "no" for a tax override. Some officials predict a negative effect on student life, with cuts to extracurriculars and staff. wbur.org/news/2023/03/1…

"You can't be what you can't see," said Kendra Bauer, a teacher in Lowell. Nine out of 10 #MAedu teachers are white, yet four out of 10 students are of color. Listen on WBUR to the push for students to dream of becoming teachers. wbur.org/news/2023/04/0…

Asian American businesses are unlikely to take advantage of technical assistance for them, a MassINC poll found. My Lam started his Dorchester construction firm without that help. Now, he helps his own local subcontractors with their bookkeeping. bizjournals.com/boston/news/20…