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Activate News September 27th, 2023 HarmonyCommission, TaxRelief, PhillyLooters

Activate News September 27th, 2023 HarmonyCommission, TaxRelief, PhillyLooters

Activate News for Wednesday, September 27th, 2023

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Here are some of the stories we’re covering today:

  • Massachusetts Lawmakers Propose Harmony Commission to Investigate Child Welfare System
  • Massachusetts Lawmakers Announce $1 Billion Tax Relief Plan
  • Looters Target Philadelphia Businesses
  • News

Tune in at the top of the hour on Activate Radio to hear the latest from Activate News. You can find us online at activatemedia.org.

EVENTS

TODAY AT 8 PM
Silhouette Lounge Allston

Event by Ibookthings

THU, SEP 28 AT 11 AM EDT
Roadrunner Brighton

Event by Ticket Dish 247

TOMORROW AT 8 PM
Sammy’s Patio Revere

Event by Chris Arpino

THU, SEP 28 AT 10 PM EDT
Paradise Rock Club Boston

Event by Come Across Events

THIS FRIDAY AT 8 PM
cafe nine New Haven

Event by Fernando Pinto Presents

THIS FRIDAY AT 8 PM
Faces Brewing Co. Malden

Event by Faces Brewing Co.

THIS FRIDAY AT 9 PM
3 Harvard Ave,Allston,02134,US Allston

THIS FRIDAY AT 9:30 PM
Midway Cafe Jamaica Plain

Event by Midway Cafe

THIS SATURDAY AT 1 PM
The Raven Worcester

Event by Rob Therrien

THIS SATURDAY AT 3 PM
Nightingale Community Garden Dorchester Center

Event by The Trustees – Boston Community Gardens

THIS SATURDAY AT 7 PM
Magic Room Norwood

Event by Magic Room

THIS SATURDAY AT 8 PM
Aura Portland

THIS SATURDAY AT 8:30 PM
The Next Page Cafe East Weymouth

Event by 19th Nervous Breakdown: Rolling Stones Tribute Band

THIS SATURDAY AT 9 PM
3 Harvard Ave,Allston,02134,US Allston

THIS SUNDAY AT 8 PM
3 Harvard Ave,Allston,02134,US Allston

THIS SUNDAY AT 8 PM
Roadrunner Brighton

MON, OCT 2 AT 9 PM
3 Harvard Ave,Allston,02134,US Allston

THU, OCT 5 AT 5 PM
Massachusetts State House Boston

Event by Mass NOW

FRI, OCT 6 AT 7 PM
Regent Theatre Arlington Arlington

Event by TheCowsills

FRI, OCT 6 AT 7 PM
Event by Magic Room

FRI, OCT 6 AT 7 PM
Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre Somerville

SAT, OCT 7 AT 12 PM
Boston Common by Park Street Station Boston

Event by United American Indians of New England – UAINE

SAT, OCT 7 AT 7 PM
Magic Room Norwood

Event by Magic Room

SAT, OCT 7 AT 8 PM
Faces Brewing Co. Malden

Event by Faces Brewing Co.

SAT, OCT 7 AT 9 PM
Ralph’s Rock Diner Worcester

Event by Boston Typewriter Orchestra

SUN, OCT 8 AT 3 PM
Midway Cafe Jamaica Plain

Event by Midway Cafe

SUN, OCT 8 AT 8 PM
Berklee Performance Center Boston

Event by Global Arts Live

SUN, OCT 8 AT 9 PM
3 Harvard Ave,Allston,02134,US Allston

MON, OCT 9 AT 6 PM
The Jungle Community Music Club Somerville

Event by The Jungle Community

Massachusetts Lawmakers Propose Harmony Commission to Investigate Child Welfare System

Massachusetts Lawmakers Propose Harmony Commission to Investigate Child Welfare System

by Patrick Wilson

September 27, 2023

BOSTON – Massachusetts lawmakers on Wednesday proposed the creation of the Harmony Commission, a new body that would be tasked with investigating the state’s child welfare system and developing recommendations for reform.

The commission is named after Harmony Montgomery, a five-year-old girl who went missing in Manchester, New Hampshire in 2019. Harmony was in the custody of the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) at the time of her disappearance.

The proposed commission would be made up of 15 members, including experts in child welfare, law, and law enforcement. The commission would have the power to subpoena witnesses and documents, and it would be required to issue a report with its findings and recommendations within one year.

The proposal for the Harmony Commission comes after a series of reports that have criticized the Massachusetts child welfare system for failing to protect vulnerable children. In 2021, the Office of the Child Advocate issued a report that found that DCF had failed to adequately investigate Harmony’s case.

The proposed commission is supported by a number of advocacy groups, including the Massachusetts Children’s Trust and the American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts. The groups say that the commission is necessary to identify and address the problems in the Massachusetts child welfare system.

The proposal for the Harmony Commission is expected to be considered by the Massachusetts legislature in the coming weeks.

** This piece was created with the help of ai.

Looters Target Philadelphia Businesses

Looters Target Philadelphia Businesses

by Patrick Wilson

September 27, 2023

PHILADELPHIA – A group of looters targeted businesses in Center City Philadelphia on Tuesday night, breaking into stores and stealing merchandise. The looting occurred after a protest over the fatal police shooting of Eddie Irizarry, but police said the two events were not connected.

Police said the looting began around 7:30 p.m. when a group of juveniles and young people started breaking into stores along Chestnut Street. The group quickly grew to around 100 people, and they began looting stores all over Center City.

Looters broke into stores such as Foot Locker, Apple, and Lululemon, stealing merchandise and causing damage. Police said the looters also vandalized several businesses.

Police responded to the looting quickly, and they were able to make 15 arrests. However, many of the looters were able to escape.

The looting in Philadelphia is a reminder of the ongoing problem of crime in the city. Philadelphia has one of the highest crime rates in the United States, and the city has struggled to reduce crime in recent years.

The looting also raises questions about the effectiveness of the Philadelphia Police Department. The police department has been criticized for its handling of crime in the city, and the looting on Tuesday night is likely to fuel those criticisms.

The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating the looting, and they are asking anyone with information to come forward.

** This piece was created with the help of ai.