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MassDOT hopes to have all lanes open on the Mass Pike westbound in Framingham this evening. Fireworks at the White House between President Trump and Ukraine's leader. Governor Healey signs the shelter funding bill. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MassDOT shuts down all lanes on I-90 WB in Framingham, President Trump meets with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, and residents of downtown Boston calling for more safety measures. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A nationwide 'economic blackout' protest is today, the largest Boston police union announced endorsement for Mayor Wu's second term, and South Station revealed new ceiling in ongoing renovation. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The focus is Ukraine, as British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meets with President Trump at the White House. Mister Trump says tariffs on Canada and Mexico will start next Tuesday. Weekly jobless claims go up. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unemployment benefit claims are on the rise, new details on the death of Hollywood legend Gene Hackman, and Karen Read's lawyers persist to dismiss her charges. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Delays on Mexico and Canada tariffs set to expire next week, remembering Hollywood legend Gene Hackman, and Franklin Park residents protest the White Stadium project. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump says the U.S. has reached a natural resources agreement with Ukraine. The House and Senate will work out differences in their competing budget plans. The administration tells federal agencies layoffs are coming. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A car rolls on the Commuter Rail train tracks in Canton, the MBTA is introducing new crash prevention tech to the Green Line, and there's a Boston forecast for pests this spring. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Close calls on the runways, the MBTA reaches a new destination with Android, and Canada takes a stance with coffee. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karen Read's lawyers give a lengthy defense against claims of lying to the court in her first trial. A federal judge in Seattle blocks President Trump's order to end the refugee admissions system. A new benefit to drinking tea, Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grave concerns over Karen Read's defense counsel, Quincy statues catch the attention of the ACLU, and federal workers are pulled in different directions. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karen Read expected in court for a pre-trial hearing today, relief on the way for sky high utility bills and a push to finish the construction of a local hospital. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Changes are coming to the Boston Election department. President Trump shares more details about plans to end the war in Ukraine. Singer Roberta Flack has died. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest on Pope Francis' health condition, two sanctuary cities in Boston filed lawsuits against the Trump administration, and a new report on the latest city crime rates. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An American Airlines flight diverted for "possible security issue", several measles cases reported in Texas, and Vatican officials update on Pope Francis' conditions. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vatican says Pope Francis is still in critical condition, there's an update from State Officials regarding the Prudential Tunnel, and a sensory gym for kids with special needs was flooded Wednesday after a pipe burst. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prayers and well wishes wishes coming from around the world for Pope Francis who remains in critical condition. Ironworkers Local 7 holding its 5th annual mid year school supply drive helping out Boston schools. Black veterans gathered in Boston yesterday voicing their upset with President Trump over his firing of the nations highest ranking Military Officer. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prayer vigils being held outside the Hospital treating Pope Francis for a complex lung infection since February 14th. Hamas releasing six more hostages yesterday however, Israel is delaying the release of hundreds of prisoners they were set to release as part of the Ceasefire agreement. President Trump firing the nations highest ranking military officer. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vatican announced the Pope is in critical condition, President Trump has removed the Nation's top general, and a Stop & Shop warehouse is at the center of a fight. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concrete was falling from Pru Tunnel along the Mass Pike yesterday, Congressman Stephen Lynch steps up for Veterans following mass layoffs from Trump Administration, and a JetBlue pilot is arrested at Logan Airport on sexual expliotation charges. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No injuries reported after a scary drive from some drivers on the Mass Pike Friday. The Trump Administration has begun a probe into the Education Depertment in the state of Maine. A finely designed Lighthouse lens form the 19th century France has found a home in Newburyport. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're learning more about problems in the Prudential tunnel. A Boston federal judge has once again blocked a move from the White House to cut medical research funding at hospitals and universities around the country. Big changes are coming to the Yankees. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A federal judge in Boston is hearing arguments on NIH funding cuts, the shooter accused of killing UnitedHealthCare CEO is back in court, and the New York Yankees reverse a long standing policy. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Team Canada reigns victorious in the 4 Nations Face-Off finals, a harbor seal died after contracting bird flu, and two local cities look to combat rat problems. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest DOGE downsizing hits the IRS. Senator Mitch McConnell announces he will not seek re-election. As tension between Ukraine and the U.S. rises, a scheduled news conference today is canceled. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Massachusetts Teachers Association says it will take down controversial material, MA Attorney General Andrea Campbell aims to protect the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and the puck drops for the 4 Nation game tonight. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A collision midair, 4 Nation hockey rocks Boston once again tonight, and new research in the slumber department. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sharp words between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Visitors return to the JFK Library and Museum. The Trump administration ends New York's congestion pricing program. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New details on the Trump Administration's plan to cut federal workforce, the JFK Library in Dorchester reopens after a 'sudden dismissal' of some employees forced closure, and investors are looking to bring WNBA to Boston. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Judge in Karen Read pre-trial abruptly ends hearing Tuesday, the JFK Library reopens after sudden closure due to a president's executive order, and Marblehead students miss out on winter break. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The John F. Kennedy Library and Museum is closed until further notice. A quick end to a hearing in the Karen Read case. Herb Chambers sells off his network of car dealerships. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More details revealed on overturned Delta flight at a Canadian airport, a bird flu vaccines for chickens gets signed off, and new Pentagon official will face questions on involvement in Steward Health Care bankruptcy. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State officials step in after recent gas bill increase, Team Canada and U.S. head for a rematch in the 4 Nations Faceoff final, and MSPCA waiving adoption fees for hopeful pet owners. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A plane from Minneapolis is upside down after crashing at an airport, Massachusetts is dealing with the fallout from weekend snow, and some stores are reigning in self-checkout lanes. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

European leaders meet in Paris for an emergency summit on Ukraine, authorities investigate a building collapse in Brookline, and Four Nations Face Off hit the ice at TD Garden. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cleanup underway after a building collapsed in Brookline, highlights from NBA All-Star weekend, and a high wind warning in effect on this President's Day. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's developing news on a building that came crashing down in Brookline, the Trump Administration is laying off thousands of federal workers, and a local company is shaking things up in the probiotic soda scene. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The weather causing trouble at Logan. A lot of folks crossing their fingers that their flight isn't delayed or canceled altogether. Some parking bans and snow emergencies still in effect. European leaders continuing to slam Vice President JD Vance's speech this weekend at the Munich Speech Conference where he criticized European values and called for Europe to be more inclusive of the far right. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A number of communities declaring snow emergencies including Brockton, Fitchburg, Haverhill, Marblehead, Medford, Quincy, North Hampton and Salem, while parking bans are in pleace this morning in Lynn, Gardner, Newburyport, Rockport and Taunton. In a speech at the Munich Security Conference, Vice President JD Vance questioned European values and accused governments of censorship and being overly politically correct. Boston a busy port of call for cruise ship passengers and Massport is making improvements at the Flynn Cruise Port to accommodate the influx of passengers. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's new concern over the health of Pope Francis, more work is underway this weekend along the T, and a Boston hotel has a new wedding package for dog lovers. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamas releases three more Israeli hostages in the latest exchange, some Bruins players are taking part in the Four Nations Tournament today, and protestors take to the streets of Downtown Boston against President Trump. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another weekend and another snowstorm, Hundreds of people staging a protest in Bostong against the trump administration, The scituate animal shelter takes truth in advertising very seriously.Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A messy storm takes aim on the region. The NTSB suggests a new explanation for the deadly plane crash over the Potomac River. Ukraine's leader says there are conditions to negotiating the end of the war. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A deadline approaches for affordable housing in Massachusetts, big closures at JOANN Fabrics, and the state's A.G. challenges Elon Musk. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Allegations unfold within the state's top cannabis regulators, a State Trooper is ordered to stay away from Target, and the most romantic spots to visit in Boston for Valentine's Day. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump starts the process of setting new tariffs. A judge blocks Mr. Trump's order restricting gender-affirming care for transgender people under 19. RFK Jr. is confirmed as health secretary. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Senate votes on whether to confirm RFK Jr., winter delays rack up at Logan Airport, and a betrayal at a butcher shop in North Andover. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boylston Street bus lanes are rolled back, the Senate takes a final vote on RFK Jr., and the price of a solid breakfast is through the roof. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agree to begin talks to end the war in Ukraine. Health advocates warn shuttering USAID will harm women and girls worldwide. Planned new lobster restrictions are scrapped. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says a NATO membership is unrealistic for Ukraine, Worcester City Council approves the city as a transgender sanctuary, and justice for postal workers held at knife point in Boston. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.