AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHeat & Health: A heat advisory is up for parts of Western Massachusetts, with temps pushing into the mid-to-upper 90s and heat index values near 100, plus a chance of thunderstorms. Student Aid Fight: Mass. AG Tong joined a coalition suing the U.S. Department of Education over a new student-loan rule that narrows “professional degree” access—aimed at protecting pathways into critical workforce fields. Ticks on the Rise: Tick bites are sending more people to ERs than at any point since 2017, with warnings focused on the Northeast and Midwest as warmer weather boosts activity. Roads Under Strain: Potholes are being blamed on deferred maintenance and funding gaps, with drivers feeling the hit as repairs get more expensive. Local Fiber Politics: Longmeadow’s municipal fiber push took a hit after a vote failed amid a well-funded “dark money” opposition campaign—advocates say they may try again. World Cup Buzz: Scotland named its 26-man squad for the 2026 finals, with matches set to bring more attention to New England venues.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.
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