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Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., speaks during a campaign rally Wednesday in Salt Lake City. (Rick Bowmer/AP)

Apr 19, 2019

Elizabeth Warren Calls For House To Begin Impeachment Proceedings Against Trump

Warren is the first Democrat running for president in 2020 to make a full-throated call for the initiation of the impeachment process.

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A view of Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown (Robin Lubbock/WBUR)

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Attorney General William Barr speaks about the release of a redacted version of special counsel Robert Mueller's report during a news conference, Thursday, April 18, 2019, at the Department of Justice in Washington. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Week In Review: Mueller Report, Stop & Shop Strike

We review the fallout from the release of the Mueller report and take stock of the Stop and Shop strike.

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22:57Apr 19, 2019

Charoset, a chutney-like condiment, is a dish in the Passover Seder that is packed with flavor. (Larry Crowe/AP)

What To Eat This Weekend: The Foods Of Passover and Easter

Though the stories of Passover and Easter differ ... both holidays revolve around food.

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18:00Apr 19, 2019

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Mass. Researchers Receive $89 Million To Combat Opioid Overdose Deaths

The goal of the federal grant is to reduce overdose deaths by 40% in 3 years and create national models to curb the opioid epidemic.

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Apr 19, 2019

As 4/20 Approaches, State Urges Responsible Recreation

Saturday will be the first April 20 with legal and accessible marijuana for sale in Massachusetts, and the state is reminding consumers to puff, dab or dose responsibly.

Apr 19, 2019

These bad boys may be among the gangs of wild turkeys terrorizing quiet neighborhoods there in Brookline and throughout Greater Boston. (Collin Binkley/AP)

State Serves Up 'Turkey Tips' For Handling Aggressive Birds

MassWildlife said turkeys might be seen acting aggressively by pecking, following, or exhibiting other intimidating behavior towards people, especially during their spring mating season.

Apr 19, 2019

Robert Kraft has owned the New England Patriots since 1994. (Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Attorneys Accuse Police, Prosecutors Of Leaking Kraft Video

Attorneys for two of the women charged are asking a judge to hold police and prosecutors in contempt of court after reports that someone was shopping around undercover video of...

Apr 19, 2019

Striking workers stand on a picket line outside the Stop & Shop supermarket in Revere, Mass., Thursday, April 18, 2019. Thousands of workers remain on strike and rabbis in New England are advising their congregations not to cross the picket lines. (Michael Dwyer/AP)

'Not Kosher' To Patronize Stop & Shop During Strike, Rabbis Say

Some New England rabbis are advising their congregations not to cross picket lines to get their Passover essentials.

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Apr 19, 2019

Donal Trump Jr., wife Vanessa Trump, and their children Donald Trump III, left, and Kai Trump, right, walk out together after attending church service at St. John's Episcopal Church across from the White House in Washington on Jan. 20, 2017. (Pablo Martinez Monsivais/AP)

Mass. Man Who Sent White Powder To Trump's Sons Gets Probation

Federal Judge Nathaniel Gorton sentenced Daniel Frisiello, of Beverly, on Friday.

Apr 19, 2019

Congressman Stephen Lynch at WBUR. (Liz Gillis/WBUR)

Rep. Lynch Reacts To Mueller Report Release

Lynch joined WBUR's Morning Edition host Bob Oakes to discuss the release of the redacted Mueller report and what he'd like to see going forward.

04:17Apr 19, 2019

Sunrise Movement activists occupy the office of House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi as they try to pressure Democratic support for a sweeping agenda to fight climate change, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Monday, Dec. 10, 2018. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Youth Tour Pushing For Green New Deal's Passage Launches In Dorchester

A group called the Sunrise Movement was joined by Massachusetts political leaders to launch their tour in Dorchester on Thursday night.

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Apr 19, 2019

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This Oct. 9, 2014, file photo shows the gurney in the the execution chamber at the Oklahoma State Penitentiary in McAlester, Okla. (Sue Ogrocki/AP)

N.H. Death Penalty Repeal Will End 'Cycle Of Pain,' Says Lawmaker Who Lost Father To Murder

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08:01Apr 19, 2019

Special counsel Robert Mueller's redacted report on Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election as released on Thursday, April 18, 2019, is photographed in Washington. (Jon Elswick/AP)

Special Coverage: The Mueller Report And What It Means

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48:58Apr 18, 2019

A customer buys a Boston Globe newspaper from a street newsstand in Boston's Downtown Crossing in 2009. (Elise Amendola/AP)

Boston Globe Pulls Controversial Opinion Piece

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24:29Apr 17, 2019

Boston Public School students rallying in front of the Statehouse. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Finalists For Boston Public Schools Superintendent Position Announced

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12:28Apr 17, 2019

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How Will Mueller Report's Release Impact 2020 Campaign Trail?

Tufts University political scientist Jeff Berry joined WBUR's Morning Edition host Bob Oakes to unpack the likely effects.

05:56Apr 19, 2019

Most of the heavier showers remain west of the greater Boston through the first half of Saturday. (Courtesy COD Weather)

Weekend Forecast: Don't Expect A Sunny, Dry Holiday

Passover and Easter are this weekend, which means many will be gathering with their families. But showers and muggy weather are in the forecast.

Apr 19, 2019

McGovern Says Redacted Mueller Report Reveals Culture Of Lies In Trump White House

Members of Massachusetts all-Democratic Congressional delegation are reacting to Thursday's release of a redacted version of the long-awaited report by special counsel Robert Mueller.

05:05Apr 18, 2019

A Preview Of The Mueller Report's Release

Former U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Donald Stern joins us.

04:33Apr 18, 2019

MBTA Bus Strikes And Kills Pedestrian In Chelsea

The 60-year-old woman was struck near the Everett Avenue on-ramp to the Tobin Bridge.

Apr 18, 2019

Showers become more numerous late Friday and especially Saturday. (Courtesy Tropical Tidbits)

Today's Weather: Cloudy. And Expect Some Rain This Weekend

The trend is going to be for clouds to dominate our weather picture.

Apr 18, 2019

A flyer near the check-out desk explains Arlington’s fine free policy. (Robin Lubbock/WBUR)

Long Overdue? Late Fees At Some Mass. Libraries Are Getting Canceled

Delinquent book borrowers, rejoice! Or, well, as the librarians say, feel a sense of relief that the infinitely-accruing library fine is not real without losing a sense of responsibility.

03:50Apr 18, 2019

2019 Boston Marathon medals (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

The 2020 Boston Marathon Will Have Divisions For Para Athletes

The new categories will give more athletes with impairments a chance to compete at a higher level.

Apr 17, 2019

Stop & Shop workers strike outside the main entrance of the Somerville location on McGrath Highway. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Stop & Shop Apologizes For Limited Offerings During Strike

The company says most stores will remain open 12 hours a day, but some offerings will not be available and counters such as bakery and deli will not be operational....

Apr 17, 2019

Showers are likely beginning sometime Thursday. (Courtesy WeatherBell)

Today's Weather: A Day Of Sunshine Before A Spell Of Unsettled Weather Hits

Sunshine today is followed by a wet pattern this weekend.

Apr 17, 2019

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Elizabeth Warren Calls For House To Begin Impeachment Proceedings Against Trump

Help Us Find A Story. What Are You Curious About Around Boston?

Week In Review: Mueller Report, Stop & Shop Strike

What To Eat This Weekend: The Foods Of Passover and Easter

Mass. Researchers Receive $89 Million To Combat Opioid Overdose Deaths

As 4/20 Approaches, State Urges Responsible Recreation

State Serves Up 'Turkey Tips' For Handling Aggressive Birds

Attorneys Accuse Police, Prosecutors Of Leaking Kraft Video

'Not Kosher' To Patronize Stop & Shop During Strike, Rabbis Say

Mass. Man Who Sent White Powder To Trump's Sons Gets Probation

Rep. Lynch Reacts To Mueller Report Release

Youth Tour Pushing For Green New Deal's Passage Launches In Dorchester

N.H. Death Penalty Repeal Will End 'Cycle Of Pain,' Says Lawmaker Who Lost Father To Murder

Special Coverage: The Mueller Report And What It Means

Boston Globe Pulls Controversial Opinion Piece

Finalists For Boston Public Schools Superintendent Position Announced

How Will Mueller Report's Release Impact 2020 Campaign Trail?

Weekend Forecast: Don't Expect A Sunny, Dry Holiday

McGovern Says Redacted Mueller Report Reveals Culture Of Lies In Trump White House

A Preview Of The Mueller Report's Release

MBTA Bus Strikes And Kills Pedestrian In Chelsea

Today's Weather: Cloudy. And Expect Some Rain This Weekend

Long Overdue? Late Fees At Some Mass. Libraries Are Getting Canceled

The 2020 Boston Marathon Will Have Divisions For Para Athletes

Stop & Shop Apologizes For Limited Offerings During Strike

Today's Weather: A Day Of Sunshine Before A Spell Of Unsettled Weather Hits