An investigation into police hiring practices spurs action

In response to WBUR's recent investigation into police chief hiring practices, both U.S. senators from Massachusetts criticized mandates that prevent outsiders from being hired.

Making your mornings better

Starting this year, we made an important change to our morning lineup to serve you, our listeners, in meaningful new ways. You can now listen to Radio Boston at both...

WBUR prioritizes the environment

Since WBUR built the Climate and Environment team in 2019, our reporters have stepped up to fill an alarming gap in environmental coverage at both the local and national level....

Meet WBUR's new Community Advisory Board members

Haven Nichols, Michael Omenazu and Gustavo Quiroga are among local community and business leaders dedicated to supporting and advancing the WBUR mission.

An insider's look at the WBUR newsroom fellowship

Passionate audio storytellers seek out WBUR for our yearlong newsroom fellowship. Now in its third year, the program provides full-time, hands-on training for emerging journalists who rotate across different teams.

WBUR wins two national Murrow Awards

WBUR CitySpace announces new fall programming

From NPR Legal Correspondent Nina Totenberg to former U.S. Poet Laureate Robert Pinsky, CitySpace guests are here for every type of fan.

WBUR with media consortium to host series of primary debates

The series of live debates will feature candidates from both parties in the race for lieutenant governor, in addition to the Democratic primaries in the races for secretary of state,...

Whip-cracking WBUR news anchor Jack Lepiarz dazzles on 'America's Got Talent'

You recognize the smooth lilt of his voice, but what about the sharp crack of Jack Lepiarz's whip?

On Point's Entire Smarter Health Series is Out Now!

Picture (book) this: Circle Round from podcast to page

The Circle Round podcast kicks off a "Summer of Stories" with new picture books and podcast episodes.

WBUR wins four 2022 regional Murrow Awards

The Radio Television Digital News Association has announced the 2022 winners of the regional Edward R. Murrow Awards. Among them? WBUR.

We've got a winner! WBUR Sustainer picks up 2022 Lexus NX Hybrid

There's another Bob Oakes in town. And he's all dressed up in glossy red. Diane Abbott, a loyal listener and Sustainer, named the new car she won in WBUR's Sweepstakes...

Coming soon: All-new podcasts from WBUR

Bring it in, listeners. We're huddling with you, as we always do, to share an insider's look at what's to come from the WBUR Podcasts team.

Nashville police department's 'blue wall' begins to crumble in report by Schorr Prize winner Samantha Max

A systemic pattern of misconduct, silence, and retaliation among officers unravels in reporting by journalist Samantha Max, this year's Daniel Schorr Journalism Prize winner.

First place National Headliner Award goes to WBUR, ProPublica investigative reporters

A deep data dive into "slush funds" and forfeiture laws has earned WBUR’s investigations team first place recognition by the National Headliner Awards this year.

WBUR celebrates Earth Week with special environmental news coverage, events and more

Look forward to conversations around climate change, public health, energy, ecology and infrastructure.

WBUR to present at the 2022 IAB Podcast Upfront

WBUR presents at the 2022 IAB Podcast Upfront on Tuesday, May 10.

On Point honored with a Gracie Award

WBUR’s On Point has been recognized by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation with a Gracie Award for Chauvin Trial: A Look Back at 1992 LA and America Since...

Meet WBUR's inaugural Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Lisa Smith-McQueenie

In this Q&A, Lisa Smith-McQueenie expands on her vision and plans for advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in all facets of WBUR’s work and experience.