Obama takes first step toward presidential bid
Nedra Pickler
WASHINGTON — Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., on Tuesday took the initial step in a presidential bid that could make him the nation’s first black to occupy the White House. Full story
Patrick brings fairness to immigration reform
Continuing to tackle divisive issues in the early weeks of his administration, Gov. Deval Patrick turned his attention last week to the hotly contested immigration debate with a pair of announcements reflecting an emphasis on common sense governance and adherence to the rule of law. Full story
LOCAL
Immigrant activists seek unity of communities Full Story
City Year ‘Heroes’ pledge their service to Boston Full story
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Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr
Still more work to do: MLK’s words help city leaders look to road ahead Full story
Mourners quietly reflect at King’s tomb Full story
MLK’s daughter honors her parents Full story
Bush: Honor King’s legacy by helping all Full story
NATIONAL
Congress to weigh ‘No Child Left Behind’ law Full story
Thousands march for peace in New Orleans Full story
HEALTH NEWS
Health care is improving, but prevention still lacking Full story
Health care spending rose by 6.9 percent in 2005 Full story
Study shows high risk of death for new ex-cons Full story
Cold medicine risky for babies, toddlers Full story
DEATHS
Wilfred A. Lawrence Sr. died Jan. 9 at the age of 103 Full story
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FROM THE
EDITOR’S DESK
On understanding the mission of RCC
High school seniors and juniors are now struggling with the challenge of performing at a level for them to be accepted at the colleges of their choice. That is no problem for someone who wants to attend a community college — all one needs is a high school diploma or a GED. Even without that, students can enroll in special programs that will earn them the equivalent of a high school diploma. Full editorial
OPINION
Congress must adjust minimum wage for inflation
— Marc H. Morial
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Political action necessary to close gap between haves and have-nots
— Jeff Stone
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