President Donald Trump on Sunday named Detroit-area entrepreneur Mark Savaya, who helped boost Muslim American turnout for his campaign, as special envoy to Iraq — underscoring the administration’s outreach to Middle Eastern communities in key swing states. “I’m pleased to announce Mark Savaya will serve as Special Envoy to the Republic of Iraq,” Trump wrote on Truth Social, praising Savaya’s “deep understanding of the Iraq-U.S. relationship” and his...

Boston officials are weighing whether the city should open government-owned grocery stores to make fresh, affordable food more accessible — an idea that’s gaining traction in New York City. After holding a hearing earlier this month, city councilors agreed to study how other cities have implemented municipal markets to close gaps in food access. Councilors Ruthzee Louijeune and Liz Breadon, who called for the hearing, did not respond...