'There's No Comparison': Mass. Congressional Delegation Describes An Inauguration Like No OtherThere was a heavy military presence, after the insurrection at the Capitol two weeks ago. And because of the pandemic's physical distancing requirements, many members of Congress had distant vantage...PlayWBUR News03:16Jan 20, 2021
Mass. National Guard Troops Feel 'Tremendous Pride' In Providing Security For InaugurationAbout 500 Massachusetts soldiers and airmen were called up to Washington, D.C. to assist U.S. Capitol Police in the wake of security threats following the Jan. 6 siege on the...PlayWBUR News03:46Jan 20, 2021
Worcester Begins Coronavirus Vaccinations At Homeless SheltersGuests and workers at the shelter known as Hotel Grace received their first doses of the Moderna vaccine Tuesday. Healthcare workers will return to the site and other shelters 28...PlayCommonHealth03:44Jan 19, 2021
'It Shows That I Have Perseverance': Cambridge Teen Becomes One Of The First Female Eagle Scouts15-year-old Kavita Trivedi of Cambridge says when Boy Scouts of America started allowing girls in 2019, she set a goal of being in the inaugural class of female Eagle Scouts.PlayWBUR News04:43Jan 15, 2021
Federal Authorities Charge MIT Professor With Hiding Ties To Chinese GovernmentThe office of U.S. Attorney Andrew Lelling says charges against Gang Chen represent his office's latest attempt to counter the Chinese government's effort to "siphon off U.S. technology instead of...PlayEdify05:37Jan 14, 2021
I Lost Laura 4 Years Ago. The Law Passed In Her Name Will Save LivesIn the final hours of the legislative session, hundreds of people came together to help writer Peter DeMarco lobby for "Laura's Law," which will make emergency room entrances easier to...PlayCognoscenti05:34Jan 15, 2021
Rep. Jim McGovern On The Lingering Anger Over The Capitol AttacksThe U.S. House of Representatives will take up a resolution calling on Vice President Mike Pence to invoke the 25th Amendment, to remove President Trump from office. There's little chance...PlayWBUR News05:25Jan 12, 2021
First Responder Vaccine Clinics Provide Glimpse Of Mass. Plan To Vaccinate Larger PublicThe percentage of first responders who are signing up to get the vaccine ranges across the state but is expected to grow as police officers and firefighters watch co-workers get...PlayCommonHealth04:40Jan 11, 2021
Mass. Housing 'Wish List' Makes Its Way To Baker's DeskLocal housing advocates are celebrating their victories on Beacon Hill, in what they say is one of the most productive legislative sessions for them.PlayWBUR News04:00Jan 8, 2021
Baker Denounces Far-Right Extremist Attack On U.S. CapitolOn Thursday, Gov. Charlie Baker denounced the attack on the Capitol, spoke about Boston Mayor Marty Walsh being tapped as Labor Secretary, and extended restrictions as coronavirus continues to surge.PlayWBUR News03:45Jan 7, 2021
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh Tapped As Labor SecretaryPolitical reporter Anthony Brooks joined WBUR's All Things Considered to discuss this development.PlayWBUR News04:48Jan 7, 2021
How Kids Are Making Sense Of The Siege At The U.S. CapitolIt's tough to make sense of the rampage by extremist supporters of President Trump on the Capitol Building yesterday, while Congress debated inside.PlayEdify04:30Jan 7, 2021
Democrats Face New Pressure To Get Things Done, As The Party In PowerSenate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, a Kentucky Republican, has often refused to formally consider Democrats' proposals. On the other hand, McConnell's blockade has meant Democrats could craft legislation that was...PlayWBUR News02:45Jan 7, 2021
Moulton: Insurrection At U.S. Capitol Is 'Direct Assault From Within'Massachusetts Congressman Seth Moulton was inside the U.S. Capitol as far-right Trump supporters breached the barricades and entered the building.PlayWBUR News05:16Jan 6, 2021
'We Did Say Take A Hike Last Night': Hikers Bid Adieu To Last YearEach year, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation encourages people to go for a hike on Jan. 1. Married couple Melissa McGrew and Andrew Untch, who both haven't missed...PlayWBUR News03:01Jan 1, 2021
What To Know About The Coronavirus Variant From The U.K.Bill Hanage, an epidemiologist at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, joined WBUR's All Things Considered to discuss. PlayCommonHealth05:13Dec 31, 2020
Mariano Elected Mass. House SpeakerThe House elected Mariano, a 74-year-old Quincy Democrat and longtime DeLeo deputy, as its next speaker on Wednesday with 123 votes.PlayWBUR News04:09Dec 30, 2020
It's 'Overwhelming': How COVID Has Impacted A Malden Man And His FamilyAround 12,000 people have died from COVID-19 in Massachusetts. The high numbers can obscure their individual stories and the stories of their families. And some families have been hit particularly...PlayCommonHealth06:01Dec 29, 2020
Mass. Is One Of 3 States Joining Vehicle Emissions PactFewer than one-third of the state and local governments talking about forming a regional effort to staunch vehicle emissions along the East Coast have agreed to sign on to the...PlayEarthwhile04:42Dec 21, 2020
