African Americans, especially Black women, are the fastest-growing demographic of new gun owners, according to a Pew Research study. With the increasing attacks on immigration, DEI and women’s rights, ...
When Metro Boston Alive, a recovery center near Nubian Square, joined Mass General Brigham to work in nearby communities to address challenges around substance use disorder, it was an unlikely ...
The federal policies have been met by local efforts to push back on the anti-immigration measures. “For the next four years, it’s going to be a battle every day to really keep our communities safe,” ...
It didn’t take long for newly installed President Trump to launch his promised war on undocumented immigrants. Three days after his inauguration, federal officers from U.S. Immigration and Customs ...
For resources like emergency contraception — often referred to by its brand name “Plan B” — vending machines like the ones installed by ABCD can offer much need fast access to a drug that can be ...
Boston-based pianist and composer Jesse Taitt is performing a solo set on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square through GBH Jazz Nights. Presented by ...
The Massachusetts General Court may study its education formula during the two-year legislative session that began in January. Filed by Sen. Jason Lewis, the proposal could benefit gateway cities and ...
With the triad of respiratory viruses present in our day-to-day, it is recommended that individuals receive both COVID-19, flu, and occasionally RSV and MPox vaccinations. However, there is a common ...
As February, Black History Month, marks the return of the African American Patriots tour, the Freedom Trail Foundation looks forward to highlighting the rich Black history that originated in Boston by ...
The participatory budgeting process was launched following a 2021 ballot question in which 68% of voters approved the creation of the Office of Participatory Budgeting, alongside other changes to the ...
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Currently on the body are three councilors who were elected after serving in the Wu administration: Sharon Durkan, Enrique Pepén and Henry Santana.