AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoRent Control Fight: Massachusetts’ Supreme Judicial Court blocked a statewide rent control ballot measure, citing a religious exemption that makes the question “relat[e] to religion,” ending tenant advocates’ November push. Housing Policy: The state’s rent-control debate now shifts to lawmakers, as advocates vow to keep working for stronger protections. Sports & Culture: The Miami Heat landed NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo in a blockbuster trade, a move that reshapes the Eastern Conference and keeps Boston in the spotlight. Local Arts: Brattleboro’s ByWay Books hosts a poets’ showcase headlined by Martin Espada, with readings focused on protest and witness. Community Music: Brattleboro Music Center’s long-time executive director Mary Greene is retiring after 12 years, marking the end of an era for the region’s music education. Film Buzz (MA): Worcester Regional Airport is spotlighted for secret filming locations used in major movies, including Amy Schumer’s “I Feel Pretty.” Immigration & Rights: A U.S. Supreme Court case puts nearly 350,000 Haitians with Temporary Protected Status at risk, with advocates warning about deportations during pending review.
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