2018 Boston Marathon
Stories concerning the 122nd Boston Marathon on April 16.
Runners, Spectators Brave The Elements At The Boston Marathon
WBUR's Martha Bebinger and Bruce Gellerman were at the Boston Marathon Monday. They talked to both runners, and spectators, for today's Morning Edition.
Wild Weather At Boston Marathon Produces Surprising Results
Monday's Boston Marathon had some of the worst weather conditions anyone can remember and it produced a few surprising results. WBUR's Alex Ashlock covered the marathon, and joined Morning Edition...
A Cold And Rainy 26.2 Miles: What It Was Like To Run The 2018 Boston Marathon
WBUR's sports and society reporter ran the Boston Marathon. She tells All Things Considered what it was like battling heavy rain and fierce winds.
Medical Tents Added Cots To Treat Influx Of Runners Who Contended With Frigid Temps. And Rain
Stories from inside the Boston Marathon medical tent, where runners sought support after fighting their way through the biting cold and rain.
Linden, Kawauchi Win Boston Marathon, Battling Icy Rain And Heavy Wind
In the women's and men's divisions of the Boston Marathon, Desiree Linden and Yuki Kawauchi claimed victory.
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Linden Is First American Woman To Win Boston Marathon In 33 Years
A two-time Olympian and the 2011 Boston Marathon runner-up, Linden decided to stick around, outlasting the weather and the rest of the field to win the race's 122nd edition on...
Boston Marathon Photos: Runners Persevere Through Rain And Wind
The 2018 Boston Marathon sure was a rainy one.
Does The Boston Marathon Ever Get Canceled Due To Weather? Nope
The Boston Marathon has never been canceled due to the weather, despite some nasty conditions throughout the years.
How Boston Marathoners Can Stay Healthy Despite Wet, Chilly Weather
The weather is not forecast to be ideal weather for today's Boston Marathon. It will be chilly and very rainy. For more on how the weather could affect marathon participants,...
A Wet Start To The Boston Marathon
It's Marathon Monday and the runners started gathering at the start line in Hopkinton bright and early for the 122nd running. WBUR's Alex Ashlock reports from Hopkinton, where he covers...
One Boston Day A Day Of Service
For many people, the anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing has become a day of service -- One Boston Day.
This Is Likely Shalane Flanagan's Last Boston Marathon. She Likes Her Chances
Shalane Flanagan, coming off a big win at the New York City Marathon, talks about her goals and hopes for the 122nd Boston Marathon.
What You Need To Know About The 2018 Boston Marathon
What to bring and not bring, how to watch, how to get there and more -- here's your guide to the 2018 Boston Marathon.
How The Marathon Bombing Helped Bring Innovation To Amputation
Gillian Reny was injured in the Boston Marathon bombing. The center that bears her name aims to change how people think about trauma treatment, amputation and limb restoration.
After A Tragedy Like The Marathon Bombing, What Do We Do With All The Stuff Left Behind?
After the 2013 bombing, a massive memorial of shoes, race bibs and banners popped up in Copley Square. As Boston grappled with its grief, a handful of people had to...
How A Dog Named Rescue Helped A Marathon Bombing Survivor Heal
The new children's book "Rescue & Jessica" provides a window into the lives of two people injured in the Boston Marathon bombings in 2013.
5 Things To Do This Weekend, From Bluegrass To Boston Marathon History
Plus, an exhibit in Attleboro explores the history of the Boston Marathon, five years after the bombing.
No Backpacks Allowed, So Pack Light To Watch The Marathon, Public Safety Officials Say
Public safety officials outlined their plans Tuesday for Boston Marathon security, mostly echoing what they've said in the past: No backpacks, no drones, no coolers.
Meb Keflezighi Will Run 2018 Boston Marathon On Team MR8
Four years after his emotional victory in 2014, Meb Keflezighi will once again run in Boston. He'll be running to raise money for the Martin Richard Foundation.
Elite Field For Boston Marathon 2018 Announced
The elite field is set for the 122nd running of the Boston Marathon.