Published May 18, 2010
What’s happening in the Boston news universe on a cloudy Tuesday morning.
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At Harvard, Kagan Won More Fans Than Foes
Even critics say Elena Kagan’s tenure as dean of Harvard Law School was largely successful. But some take issue with her management style and legacy on minority recruitment. (Nina Totenberg/NPR)
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Palmer Goes All In On Casino Hopes
There’s a sense of inevitability in Palmer when it comes to casinos. Right on Main Street is a Mohegan Sun office, which has been there for a year. If Massachusetts allows casinos, one thing seems pretty clear: Palmer is ready. (Bob Oakes and Lisa Tobin/WBUR)
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Ex-Harvard Student Accused Of Living A Lie
He crafted an elaborate web of lies to con his way into Harvard University, authorities say, but Adam B. Wheeler wasn’t content to graduate quietly and get away with just a degree. (John R. Ellement and Tracy Jan/Globe)
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Sentenced To Shakespeare
When juveniles break the law and get convicted in court, part of their punishment usually involves community service or rehabilitation. But in western Massachusetts, some young offenders are being sentenced to Shakespeare. (Andrea Shea/WBUR)
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Obama’s Aunt Can Stay In Southie
It remains a mystery how the Onyango Zeituni’s legal team got the immigration judge to reverse himself on deportation, but the White House insists the president had nothing to do with it. (Laurel J. Sweet/Herald)