It's been more than a week since Adam Howe died by apparent suicide in his jail cell. And his death is raising questions about the systems in place for those struggling with mental health who are involved in the criminal legal system in Massachusetts. We dive into the story for this week's From the Newsroom.

Plus, we speak with an Iranian graduate student about watching her nation in turmoil from a world away.

Students have staged protests in Boston to support women in Iran.

Plus, we hear from descendants of Darby Vassall about the impact learning about their ancestry has had on their lives.

Plus, we explore ways to keep physicians in the specialty.

Plus, part three of our series on equity in the recreational cannabis industry in Massachusetts.

With third-string rookie quarterback Bailey Zappe leading the team to victory over the Detroit Lions, we check in on whether there's a quarterback controversy brewing in New England. WBUR's Chris Citorik joins us with the latest.

President Biden announced last week that he will pardon people convicted of federal, simple possession of marijuana charges.

Question 4 deals with an existing law that allows immigrants in Massachusetts who do not have legal status to obtain a driver's license. A "yes" vote would keep the law on the books. A "no" vote would repeal the law.

Plus, the aurora borealis is coming to a city near you. We speak with artist Dan Acher at a live event held at WBUR's CitySpace.