2023 Boston Marathon
Coverage of the annual road race and highlighting the 10-year anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombings.
Boston Marathon superlatives: Here are the official (and unofficial) 2023 winners
From the fastest runners to the best signs, here's a rundown of the official winners (and unofficial stars) of the 2023 Boston Marathon.
Boston Marathon sweep for Kenya, but not favorite Kipchoge
Defending champion Evans Chebet won the Boston Marathon again on Monday, surging to the front at Heartbreak Hill to spoil the much-anticipated debut of world record holder Eliud Kipchoge and...
These very good pups honored the late Boston Marathon dog, Spencer, at the Common
On Sunday, golden retrievers gathered on Boston Common to honor the life of Spencer, the Boston Marathon's official race dog. Spencer, who became a fixture on the race course with...
Bostonians over weekend take part in remembrances, community service 10 years after marathon bombings
On Saturday, remembrances and community service projects marked the 10th anniversary of the marathon bombings that killed three people and wounded hundreds of others.
Here's a recap of what happened during the 127th Boston Marathon
Thousands of athletes trekked the historic 26.2 miles from Hopkinton to downtown Boston to complete the 127th Boston Marathon this year.
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Boston Marathon runners will withstand a bit of rain and a headwind this year
Runners will be forced to dodge some raindrops and struggle against a headwind, according to meteorologist Danielle Noyes. She says spectators would be smart to keep warm and bring along...
Bostonians remember deadly marathon bombing 10 years later with solemn ceremonies
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu joined families who lost love ones to lay a wreath at memorial sites. A brief ceremony will be held later in the day at the finish...
How to get out (and get involved) this pre-Boston Marathon weekend
Since 2015, the city has recognized April 15 — the anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombings — as “One Boston Day,” encouraging Bostonians to share the same selflessness and community...
10 years after the Boston Marathon bombings, here's how these survivors are finding joy
Ten years after two bombs exploded at the finish line of the Boston Marathon, a few survivors of that difficult day tell WBUR the moments in their lives that are...
The Boston police officer injured in shootout with the Boston Marathon bombers, later died
Among the official victims of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings is Boston Police Sergeant Dennis "DJ" Simmonds, who was injured in the shootout with the bombers in Watertown and died...
Remembering the Boston Marathon bombings, 10 years later
Saturday marks exactly 10 years since the bombings at the Boston Marathon killed three people and injured hundreds more. Survivors and admirers of the marathon reflect on how they're processing...
Here’s what you need to know about the Boston Marathon this year
Red Sox legend David Ortiz will serve as the grand marshal of the 127th Boston Marathon on Monday. Here's what you need to know about the top athletes, where to...
A decade of resilience: Trauma surgeon reflects on the Boston Marathon, the bombings and the survivors
Dr. David King runs the Boston Marathon every year. In 2013, he finished the race about an hour before the bombs went off at the finish line. He went straight...
Des Linden won the Boston Marathon in 2018. Her new book explores how the race changed her life
Boston Marathon winner and Olympian Des Linden spoke with WBUR's marathon correspondent Alex Ashlock about the key moments that shaped the book, the effects running and winning the marathon had...
One Boston Day and a 5K: What to know as city marks 10th anniversary of Boston Marathon attack
Saturday marks exactly 10 years since the Boston Marathon bombings. That day, there'll be several ways to pay tribute to the survivors, from a memorial service to volunteering. And with...
Then-police commissioner on how security has changed since Boston Marathon bombings
Ed Davis led the Boston Police Department during the Boston Marathon bombings. Now a national speaker on the strengths and weaknesses in law enforcement's response to mass tragedies, he joined...
How to protect your mental health while reflecting on the Boston Marathon bombings
Mental health experts explain that countless people suffered psychologically in the wake of the attacks — even if they were not in Boston or physically hurt by the attacks. They...
Group of Boston Marathon bombings survivors help others reeling from tragedy
One World Strong has been helping survivors of terrorism, from the Pulse Nightclub shooting to the Manchester England Arena bombing. The organization was created by survivors of the 2013 Boston...
Boston hospitals took quick action after the marathon bombings. Could they do it again?
Hospitals saved lives after the Boston Marathon bombings 10 years ago. But today, dealing with disaster is more difficult.