Elizabeth Gillis
Former Staff
Liz Gillis was a social media and visuals editor at WBUR.
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East Boston School, Police and Transit Officers Rally Around Student With Leukemia
Community members marched to support 6-year-old Cristopher Chavarria of Revere, who was diagnosed with leukemia earlier this year.
Later Lynch Park Hours Take Effect After 2 Skaters Are Arrested
An arrest was captured on video by several bystanders and shared widely on social media, prompting outrage by some in the skating community.
Why A Llama, A Goat, A Cow And 2 Lambs Were Grazing On Boston Common
Local farmers participating in the Massachusetts Farm Bureau's sixth annual "Livestock on the Common" brought out some farm animals in hopes of connecting with consumers -- and lawmakers.
The Bald Eagle Population Is Soaring And Now Is A Really Good Time To See Them
For most of the 20th century, nesting bald eagles were completely wiped out of Massachusetts. Now they're thriving in some of the same spots the species used to call home.
From Omitting #MeToo To Missing A Vision: Democratic Challengers Criticize Baker's State Of The State
Following Baker's final State of the Commonwealth address of his first term, WBUR invited his three Democratic challengers to weigh in on the governor's remarks.
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How Record-Breaking Weather Informs Climate Change Policy
Austin Blackmon, Boston's environment chief, discussed the recent nor'easter and the city's climate change preparedness initiatives.
How Wildlife Handles Cold Weather That Won't Quit
For those animals that haven't taken a southern vacation, winter is time to show off some excellent adaptations.
The Story Behind A Viral Harvard Acceptance
A video of the moment a 16-year-old boy from a small town in Louisiana learned he would be heading to Harvard University next fall has gone viral.
New To Boston? Here's Who To Follow On Twitter And Instagram
There's a lot to see and do around the city, especially if you know where to look.
Photos: Jamaica Plain Porchfest 2017
Musicians, comedians, slam poets and other performers took over nearly 100 porches and lawns in Jamaica Plain on Saturday.