Cambridge

The U.S. Department of Justice has opened a discrimination investigation into Harvard University's financial aid programs, national outlets reported this week. Bloomberg reports the probe includes a focus on financial ties to China, while Harvard has previously said it does not permit d…

Cambridge was elevated to Level 3 Critical Drought status, the Commonwealth announced, amid intensifying regional water restrictions. The city's License Commission separately approved seasonal alcohol-to-go sales, public consumption districts, and a one-hour extension of operating hours…

Cambridge braces for a 10-day Red Line shutdown as the state declares a critical drought and officials loosen alcohol rules for local businesses. The MBTA will suspend Red Line service between Alewife and Park Street from July 21 through July 30, replacing trains with free shuttle buses…