During a busy week for travel and a worsening coronavirus outbreak, Mario Seide of Everett says, "I have no choice but to work."

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02:02Nov 25, 2020

Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey takes questions from members of the media during a news conference in September 2019 in Boston. (Steven Senne/AP)

Boston Sports Club Disregarded Consumer Laws, Lawsuit Alleges

Boston Sports Clubs gyms showed "total disregard" for members during the COVID-19 pandemic by continuing to charge fees to customers who tried to cancel, Attorney General Maura Healey alleged Tuesday.

Bostonomix

Nov 24, 2020

A patient's order of medical marijuana is packed in the offices of Speed Weed, the leading delivery service of medical marijuana in Los Angeles.(Katie Falkenberg/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

Marijuana Retailers Ready To Sue Over Delivery Rules

Through an attorney, some existing marijuana retailers recently threatened to sue the Cannabis Control Commission if it votes to adopt its latest set of industry rules on Monday, as is...

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Nov 24, 2020

U.S. Attorney for the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts Andrew E. Lelling. (Jonathan Wiggs/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Lelling To Hire Unemployment Insurance Fraud Prosecutor

A day after Gov. Charlie Baker spoke about the "tremendous amount of sort of bot-based fraud going on around [unemployment insurance]," the U.S. attorney announced that his office has been...

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Nov 24, 2020

'Just Hope For The Best': Cape Aims To Keep Visitors Coming In The Offseason

Many Cape Cod businesses have taken a hit during the pandemic, as travel and tourism have declined. Some are finding creative ways to stay open.

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05:11Nov 24, 2020

An empty MBTA Green Line train en route to Government Center. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

October Numbers Show T Fare Slide May Be Worsening

The MBTA took in about $1.7 million less in fares than it budgeted while ridership numbers appear to be declining or leveling out -- hinting that the trend that pushed...

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Nov 23, 2020

The state's unemployment rate continues its decline in October, dropping to a pandemic-era low of 7.4%. (Chris Lisinski/SHNS)

Mass. Jobless Rate Falls To 7.4% In October, But Gains Are Slowing

Massachusetts employment data for October offered a mixed outlook on the state's economic recovery: the unemployment rate dropped to the lowest level since the pandemic, but job growth continues to...

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Nov 20, 2020

Logan International Airport. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Massport Plan Aims to Cut Its Workforce By 25%

The Massport Board of Directors voted unanimously on Thursday in support of the plan, which aims to address a $400 million budget problem.

Bostonomix

Nov 19, 2020

This May 7, 2020, file photo shows a man wearing a mask while walking under a Now Hiring sign at a CVS Pharmacy during the coronavirus outbreak in San Francisco.(Jeff Chiu/AP File)

Mass. Unemployment Filings Hit Highest Level Since June

More than 60,000 people in the state made first-time claims last week, including both traditional unemployment and the special program set up for independent contractors and gig workers during the...

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Nov 19, 2020

A man walks past a shop, open for business in the North End neighborhood of Boston, but only allowing five customers at a time, March 21, 2020. (Michael Dwyer/AP)

Boston Offers Rent Relief To Businesses Reeling From COVID

Mayor Marty Walsh on Friday announced three new relief funds totalling $6.3 million. One will provide up to $15,000 to small businesses that are struggling to pay their rent. Another...

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Nov 13, 2020

WBUR's Morning Edition Host Bob Oakes (Liz Linder for WBUR)

Bob Oakes, Host Of WBUR's 'Morning Edition,' Will Take On New Role

Oakes, 65, is eyeing retirement. Listeners who love waking up to his familiar baritone have several months to savor the experience, as the station conducts a national search for his...

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Nov 12, 2020

A sign is seen outside of IDES (Illinois Department of Employment Security) WorkNet center in Arlington Heights, Ill., Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020. (Nam Y. Huh/AP)

Mass. Unemployment Claims Back Up, Despite National Low Since March

Nearly 51,000 Massachusetts residents filed last week, according to U.S. Labor Department data. It's an increase of just over 1,300 applications compared to the week prior.

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Nov 12, 2020

A woman wearing a mask waits for an MBTA Green Line train at Brigham Circle Station. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

MBTA Proposes Cuts To Ferries, Buses And Trains Amid Budget Crisis

The MBTA is looking to eliminate all ferry service and some bus routes, in addition to running trains less frequently on the commuter rail and subway system, starting next year.

Bostonomix

Nov 9, 2020

Passersby walk past an empty restaurant in September in Boston. (Steven Senne/AP)

Anxious About New COVID Restrictions, Mass. Restaurant Association Asks Baker For Clarity

Restaurant owners across Massachusetts are waiting for clarification from the Baker administration about new regulations slated to go into effect on Friday.

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Nov 5, 2020

In this Sept. 2, 2020, file photo, a help wanted sign is displayed at car wash in Indianapolis. (Michael Conroy/AP File)

Mass. Unemployment Claims Fall Slightly For The 1st Time In Weeks

At just under 50,000, the state's first time unemployment claims were down by nearly 10,000 compared to the week prior. Nationally, the number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits also fell...

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Nov 5, 2020

This Oct. 5, 2011 file photo shows a sign displayed on the door at Friendly's restaurant in Brunswick, Maine. Friendly's Restaurant, an East Coast restaurant chain known for its sundaes, is filing for bankruptcy protection. (Pat Wellenbach/AP File)

Another Restaurant Chain, Friendly’s, Stumbles In Pandemic

The Wilbraham, Massachusetts, company, which runs the restaurants under the parent company FIC Restaurants Inc., will sell substantially all of its assets to the restaurant company, Amici Partners Group.

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Nov 2, 2020

The original Dunkin' Donuts in Quincy, Mass. (Sharon Brody/WBUR)

Arby's And Buffalo Wild Wings Owner Buying Dunkin' Brands

Inspire Brands Inc. said Friday that it is acquiring Dunkin’ Brands Group Inc. for $11.3 billion, including the Dunkin’ Brands’ debt that Inspire will be taking on.

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Oct 31, 2020

In this Sept. 2, 2020 photo, a customer wears a face mask as they carry their order past a now hiring sign at an eatery in Richardson, Texas. The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 751,000, the lowest since March, but it's still historically high and indicates the viral pandemic is still forcing many employers to cut jobs. (LM Otero/AP File)

Mass. Unemployment Filings On The Rise As National Claims Fall

More than 59,000 Massachusetts residents filed first-time unemployment claims last week, up slightly from the week prior, according to U.S. Labor Department data. That comes as the number of Americans...

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Oct 29, 2020

An overhead view of the XpresCheck COVID testing facility in Terminal E at Logan Airport on Wednesday. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Coronavirus Testing Starts At Boston Logan Airport

A new COVID-19 testing facility at Logan Aiport is located in Terminal E and will offer three types of tests.

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Oct 28, 2020

A cashier at College Convenience on Huntington Avenue pulls a scratch ticket from the lottery ticket display to sell to customer. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Mass. Lottery Scratches Its Way Back To Profitability

After navigating through the initial disruptions of the pandemic earlier this year, September sales results show the Massachusetts Lottery has righted the ship, though its second most popular product is...

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Oct 27, 2020

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'I Have To Risk It': Working At Logan Airport Amid A Growing Outbreak

Boston Sports Club Disregarded Consumer Laws, Lawsuit Alleges

Marijuana Retailers Ready To Sue Over Delivery Rules

Lelling To Hire Unemployment Insurance Fraud Prosecutor

'Just Hope For The Best': Cape Aims To Keep Visitors Coming In The Offseason

October Numbers Show T Fare Slide May Be Worsening

Mass. Jobless Rate Falls To 7.4% In October, But Gains Are Slowing

Massport Plan Aims to Cut Its Workforce By 25%

Mass. Unemployment Filings Hit Highest Level Since June

Boston Offers Rent Relief To Businesses Reeling From COVID

Bob Oakes, Host Of WBUR's 'Morning Edition,' Will Take On New Role

Mass. Unemployment Claims Back Up, Despite National Low Since March

MBTA Proposes Cuts To Ferries, Buses And Trains Amid Budget Crisis

Anxious About New COVID Restrictions, Mass. Restaurant Association Asks Baker For Clarity

Mass. Unemployment Claims Fall Slightly For The 1st Time In Weeks

Another Restaurant Chain, Friendly’s, Stumbles In Pandemic

Arby's And Buffalo Wild Wings Owner Buying Dunkin' Brands

Mass. Unemployment Filings On The Rise As National Claims Fall

Coronavirus Testing Starts At Boston Logan Airport

Mass. Lottery Scratches Its Way Back To Profitability