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Federal Judge Upholds One-Year Admissions Change At Boston's Exam Schools

In a decision published late Wednesday, Judge William Young found that the temporary system is imperfect — but passes constitutional muster.

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Northeastern University Requires COVID-19 Vaccines For All Students, Starting In The Fall

Northeastern University became the first college in Massachusetts to announce a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all students, starting in the fall. We talk about the decision with Michael Armini, Senior...

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09:578 hours ago

Consider This: 8 In 10 Bostonians Say Racism Is A Significant Problem

The vast majority of Boston voters believe racism is a serious issue facing the city, according to a new poll.

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07:098 hours ago

A classroom sits empty in the West Somerville Neighborhood School in 2020 when schooling moved fully remote because of the pandemic. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Students, Tell Us: What Did The Pandemic Teach You About Your Education?

To mark over a year of pandemic education, we want to hear from you: what do you hope goes back to the way it was before and what do you...

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10 hours ago

In this May 7, 2020, file photo, a person looks inside the closed doors of the Pasadena Community Job Center in Pasadena, Calif., during the coronavirus outbreak. (Damian Dovarganes/AP File)

State, National Jobless Claims Plunge To Lowest Since Pandemic

Just under 17,000 Massachusetts residents filed for first-time benefits last week, and that number nationally fell to 576,000, the latest data from the U.S. Department of Labor show.

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11 hours ago

Boston Marathon bombing survivors Joselyn Perez, her mother Sara Valverde Perez and Laurie Scher, embrace with her brother Yoelin Perez and her aunt Susana Hunter during the moment of silence at the site of the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Boylston Street to mark the eighth anniversary of the bombing. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

PHOTOS: One Boston Day, Marking Marathon Bombings Anniversary

There are no public events to mark the anniversary because of the pandemic, but there will be a moment of silence at City Hall at 2:39 p.m., the moment the...

11 hours ago

Boston Mayor Marty Walsh speaks to the press in this file photo.(Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Walsh: 'I've Left The City In A Really Strong Position'

Former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, now U.S. Secretary of Labor, sat down with the Dorchester Reporter for a Q&A on his new job and his legacy as mayor.

Apr 15, 2021

Watches and warnings are posted for much of the northeast. (NOAA Data/Dave Epstein for WBUR)

Nor'Easter Could Bring A Few Inches Of Snow To Some Parts Of Mass. Overnight

The storm itself is nothing remarkable yet, but will likely become stronger overnight and Friday. This storm will pull down colder air from above, causing the rain to mix with...

Apr 15, 2021

In this Jan. 5, 2009 file photo, Bernard Madoff, right, leaves U.S. District Court in Manhattan after a bail hearing in New York. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens, File)

End Of An Era: Reporter Reflects On Covering Bernie Madoff Amid 2008 Financial Crisis

When investor Bernie Madoff’s ponzi scheme unraveled amid the financial crash of 2008, the numerous people he ripped off included clients in Boston -- and some who made money in...

05:34Apr 15, 2021

COVID-19 vaccine vials. (Robin Lubbock/WBUR)

Mass. Vaccine Pre-Registration System Adds 4 Regional Collaboratives

Residents will soon be able to pre-register for appointments at sites operated by regional collaboratives in Northborough, West Springfield, Palmer, and Northampton.

CommonHealth

Apr 15, 2021

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5 Things To Do This Weekend, Including A Concert Of Global Voices And The Reopening Of Old North Church

Plus a new Latinx play festival from Teatro Chelsea.

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Apr 15, 2021

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The Long And Bumpy Road To Police Reform In Boston

As Boston moves forward with the new Office of Police Accountability and Transparency, while the department is enveloped in yet another major scandal, where are...

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23:36Apr 14, 2021

Inside the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum after the robbery, as seen on "This Is a Robbery: The World's Biggest Art Heist." (Courtesy of Netflix)

"This Is A Robbery" Brings Gardner Story To Netflix

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13:59Apr 14, 2021

Wu And Janey Lead The Mayoral Pack: Poll

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47:56Apr 14, 2021

New Poll Finds Kim Janey And Michelle Wu Leading The Mayoral Pack; COVID-19 Top Of Mind For Voters

We speak with Bill Forry, the editor and publisher of the Dorchester Reporter, about the poll results.

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10:06Apr 14, 2021

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Hundreds of staff at the Massachusetts General Hospital participated in a kneel-in acknowledging the injustice of systemic and individual racism in America at the Bulfinch Lawn outside of the hospital entrance in June. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

WBUR Poll Finds 8 In 10 Bostonians Say Racism Is A Significant Problem

The vast majority of Boston voters believe racism is a serious issue facing the city, according to a new WBUR poll.

03:09Apr 15, 2021

Henry Tapia’s son Elias Martin holds a sign that says “I Miss My Dad! Mommy won’t let me forget you” at a vigil honoring his memory in Cushing Square. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Family Of Man Killed In Alleged Racist Road Rage Attack Files Civil Suit

The family of Henry Tapia has filed a wrongful death civil suit against the man accused of shouting racial slurs before fatally running over Tapia with his car in Belmont.

Apr 14, 2021

Incarcerated Man Charged With Murder Inside Massachusetts Treatment Center

Michael Robinson, 42, of Gloucester is charged with murder. He pleaded not guilty at his arraignment in Brockton District Court Wednesday and was ordered held without bail. Prosecutors say video...

Apr 14, 2021

State Rescinds Medical Parole After 2 Men Appeared To Recover From COVID-19

Nelson Rodriquez, 57, and John Stote, 61, were granted medical parole in January. After appearing to recover from COVID-19, both men were taken back into state custody on Monday. A...

Apr 14, 2021

What used to be the Boston Herald is now the location of the Ink Block apartments in the South End on Harrison Ave. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

WBUR Poll: Rent Control Supported By Most Boston Voters

More than three-quarters of Boston voters support rent control to control soaring housing costs, according to a new WBUR poll.

01:46Apr 14, 2021

Governor Charlie Baker speaks to the media at the Family Health Center on April 12, 2021 in Worcester, Massachusetts. (Matt Stone/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald)

Baker Sees 'Minimal Impact' From Pause in J&J Vaccine

While its duration is still unknown, the pause in the use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines should have "minimal impact" on appointments in Massachusetts, Gov. Charlie Baker said Wednesday.

Apr 14, 2021

City Councilor Michelle Wu, left, and acting mayor Kim Janey are currently the front runners in the Boston mayoral race. (Photo of Wu by Jesse Costa/WBUR. Photo of Janey by Elise Amendola/AP)

WBUR Poll: Wu And Janey Lead Boston Mayoral Race, But Almost Half Of Voters Are Undecided

Acting Mayor Kim Janey and City Councilor Michelle Wu are in a virtual tie atop a crowded field. With 46% of voters still undecided, a lot could change before Sept....

04:02Apr 14, 2021

Boston Budget Includes Another Attempt To Cut Police Overtime

Acting Mayor Kim Janey is proposing a $3.75 billion budget for Boston, an almost 4% increase over this year's spending.

Apr 14, 2021

How The Johnson & Johnson News Will Affect The Vaccine Rollout In Mass.

Massachusetts health officials have temporarily put on hold the use of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine, creating uncertainty over how fast the state can vaccinate residents.

05:09Apr 13, 2021

A pharmacy technical worker at Boston Medical Center removes two trays of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine, each containing 975 doses, from a box. They will be placed into a freezer kept at a temperature between -60° and -80°. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Boston Medical Center: Vaccine Link Intended For Disadvantaged People Was Shared Widely Online

Boston Medical Center confirmed it has canceled thousands of appointments of people who signed up for vaccinations using a registration link that was originally intended for disadvantaged communities but widely...

Apr 13, 2021

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Federal Judge Upholds One-Year Admissions Change At Boston's Exam Schools

Northeastern University Requires COVID-19 Vaccines For All Students, Starting In The Fall

Consider This: 8 In 10 Bostonians Say Racism Is A Significant Problem

Students, Tell Us: What Did The Pandemic Teach You About Your Education?

State, National Jobless Claims Plunge To Lowest Since Pandemic

PHOTOS: One Boston Day, Marking Marathon Bombings Anniversary

Walsh: 'I've Left The City In A Really Strong Position'

Nor'Easter Could Bring A Few Inches Of Snow To Some Parts Of Mass. Overnight

End Of An Era: Reporter Reflects On Covering Bernie Madoff Amid 2008 Financial Crisis

Mass. Vaccine Pre-Registration System Adds 4 Regional Collaboratives

5 Things To Do This Weekend, Including A Concert Of Global Voices And The Reopening Of Old North Church

The Long And Bumpy Road To Police Reform In Boston

"This Is A Robbery" Brings Gardner Story To Netflix

Wu And Janey Lead The Mayoral Pack: Poll

New Poll Finds Kim Janey And Michelle Wu Leading The Mayoral Pack; COVID-19 Top Of Mind For Voters

WBUR Poll Finds 8 In 10 Bostonians Say Racism Is A Significant Problem

Family Of Man Killed In Alleged Racist Road Rage Attack Files Civil Suit

Incarcerated Man Charged With Murder Inside Massachusetts Treatment Center

State Rescinds Medical Parole After 2 Men Appeared To Recover From COVID-19

WBUR Poll: Rent Control Supported By Most Boston Voters

Baker Sees 'Minimal Impact' From Pause in J&J Vaccine

WBUR Poll: Wu And Janey Lead Boston Mayoral Race, But Almost Half Of Voters Are Undecided

Boston Budget Includes Another Attempt To Cut Police Overtime

How The Johnson & Johnson News Will Affect The Vaccine Rollout In Mass.

Boston Medical Center: Vaccine Link Intended For Disadvantaged People Was Shared Widely Online