FTA Ends Direct Safety Oversight of MBTA

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FTA Ends Direct Safety Oversight of MBTA

The Federal Transit Administration has ended its direct safety oversight of the MBTA after more than four years, returning remaining directives to the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities. Gov. Maura Healey announced the move, citing improvements following a Red Line fatality in 2022 that prompted federal inspection. The FTA's supervision had identified four areas needing immediate action: track infrastructure, control center, train yards, and employee certification.

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Boston Public Library Finance Committee Meets Today

The committee meets virtually at 8:30 a.m. to review FY26 draft audited financial statements, a telephone-system replacement contract, budget status, vacancies, and a café lease update. Public testimony available.

City of Boston

Boston Zoning Board Hears Appeals Today

The board meets at 9:30 a.m. to consider residential construction, additions, dimensional relief, and other zoning appeals across the city.

City of Boston

Landmarks Commission Reviews Loring-Greenough House Work, Signage Cases

The commission meets virtually at 4 p.m. (design) and 6 p.m. (business) to discuss proposed work at Loring-Greenough House and downtown signage cases.

City of Boston

Water and Sewer Commission Meets on Budget, Water Main Flushing

The commission meets at 10 a.m. at 980 Harrison Ave. to discuss capital-budget variance, revenue, expenses, water-main flushing, water sampling, and contract authorizations.

City of Boston

Coastal Storm Possible Thursday, Friday

Meteorologists warn of potential rain, strong winds, high seas, and coastal flooding later this week.

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Logan Airport Sees Over 400 Flight Delays After Telecom Outage

More than 400 flights were delayed and about 70 canceled Monday due to a New Jersey telecom outage, low clouds, and runway construction.

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Eva on Newbury Hosts Fall Harvest Dinner Tonight

Five-course fall harvest dinner from 4-8:45 p.m., $125 with optional $45 wine pairing.

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Afro-Peruvian Jazz Recital at Berklee Tonight

Paolo Valdivia presents Afro-Peruvian jazz, fusion, and world music at 5:30 p.m. at David Friend Recital Hall, free admission.

Berklee College of Music

Free Concert: Diego Herrera at Lyrik Back Bay Tonight

Peruvian saxophonist Diego Herrera performs at 6 p.m. at 400 Newbury St., free, as part of Berklee's Summer in the City series.

Berklee College of Music

Kevin Yuen's 'Last Dance' at Berklee Tonight

Free recital combining Chinese pop, Western pop, and contemporary classics at 8 p.m. at David Friend Recital Hall.

Berklee College of Music