Collins holds off Gayle in First Suffolk primary

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Nick Collins wins Democratic primary for State Senate

State Sen. Nick Collins defeated first-time candidate Latoya Gayle on Sept. 1 for the Democratic nomination in the First Suffolk district, which covers most of the South End. The race was too close to call until shortly after 10 p.m. on a relatively low-turnout night, when Gayle conceded before supporters at Sweet Teez Bakery on Dorchester Avenue. "It was not a landslide victory. And we made him work," she said; Collins arrived to cheers at Florian Hall soon after.

Dorchester Reporter

Mass. reports two more West Nile virus cases, five total

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced two more human West Nile virus cases on Sept. 1, including one exposed in Suffolk County, bringing the 2026 statewide total to five.

Boston.com

Red Sox rally past Mariners 9-8 in 10 innings at Fenway

The Red Sox overcame an 8-5 deficit on Aug. 31, with clutch hits from Trevor Story and Roman Anthony, to beat Seattle 9-8 in extra innings.

The Boston Globe

Boston Police log: 10 aggravated assaults in 24 hours

Boston Police's public journal for the 24 hours ending Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 10 a.m. listed zero homicides, one robbery, 10 aggravated assaults, three residential burglaries, four larcenies from vehicles, 13 other larcenies, and one auto theft; the department called the figures preliminary.

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Kevin Hayden wins Democratic primary for Suffolk DA

Incumbent Kevin Hayden won the Democratic primary for Suffolk County District Attorney on Sept. 1, defeating challengers Linda Champion and Rachael Rollins.

GBH News

Hawksmoor steakhouse to open in Fort Point Sept. 8

British steakhouse group Hawksmoor announced Sept. 2 that its first Boston location, a 280-seat restaurant at 15 Necco St. in Fort Point, opens Sept. 8.

Revere Journal

Writers' Room of Boston hosts virtual writing hour

Writers' Room of Boston hosts a free, fellow-led online writing session tonight, Sept. 2, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., open to writers of all levels and genres.

Writers' Room of Boston

Red Sox host Mariners at Fenway Park Sept. 2

The Red Sox face the Mariners today, Sept. 2, at 4:10 p.m. at Fenway Park.

Meet Boston

Trident Books hosts 'Skip the Small Talk' social event

Trident Booksellers & Cafe hosts a structured social meetup tonight, Sept. 2, from 7 to 9 p.m., designed to help attendees skip awkward icebreakers.

The Boston Calendar

BU Art Galleries launch fall semester with dual exhibitions

Boston University Art Galleries opens its fall exhibitions today, Sept. 2, with "Between the Bylines" at the Stone Gallery and the "2026 North American Print Biennial" at the 808 Gallery.

Boston University

Ávin to perform free concert at Time Out Market Boston

Singer Ávin performs a free concert today, Sept. 2, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Time Out Market Boston, part of Berklee's Summer in the City series.

Berklee College of Music

Doors tribute band brings 1960s rock to City Winery

The Doors Tribute Band performs at City Winery Boston tonight, Sept. 2, at 7:30 p.m., recreating hits like "Light My Fire."

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Boston IT leaders gather to discuss human-AI collaboration

Boston CIOs and tech executives meet today, Sept. 2, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., for a discussion on organizational change and AI copilots.

Boston CIO Community

State holds Boston hearing on EV rebate rules

The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources holds an in-person public hearing today, Sept. 2, at 1 p.m., to collect comments on updating MOR-EV rebate guidelines.

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