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Top Boston news: 1000s without power after teen crashes into pole; BPD works closely with ICE; more

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Published on October 25, 2019
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Here's the most recent top news you may have missed in Boston.

Boston child diagnosed with meningococcal disease is on life support

One of two young Boston children diagnosed with the rare and potentially deadly meningococcal disease is on life support, his mother said. Officials say both cases have been associated with day care centers specializing in serving children experiencing homelessness. 

Read the full story on Boston 25 News.

Boston surgeons perform first full face transplant for black patient

A team of 45 doctors, nurses and researchers spent 16 hours completing the rare surgery.

Read the full story on WCVB Channel 5 Boston.

ACLU: Records show Boston police work closely with ICE

The American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts says Boston police records show the department has a close working relationship with federal immigration authorities.

Read the full story on 7News - WHDH Boston.

Thousands without power after 15-year-old crashes car into utility pole

Authorities say about 7,000 customers lost power when a 14-year-old girl crashed a car into a utility pole just outside Boston.

Read the full story on Boston 25 News.

Boston gears up for deadline on short-term rental licensing

Boston’s Inspectional Services Department says it’s ready to go after any short-term rentals that try to operate illegally after a Dec. 1 licensing deadline. 

Read the full story on Boston Herald.


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