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Protesters walk in the street and carry signs depicting  Donald Trump and Maura Healey. Many signs featured anti-ICE rhetoric.

Boston residents mobilize to protect immigrant rights statewide

Devyn Rudnick, news staff February 13, 2025

“Officials here follow the law. We are not a sanctuary state," said Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey in a January press conference, in response to President Donald Trump’s recent changes to federal immigration policy. The Party for Socialism and Liberation, or PSL, rallied...

Participants of the 9th annual Winter Walk hold up a banner advocating for ending homelessness Feb. 9. Members of the NABB Homelessness Task Force joined thousands in walking around Boston Common to raise money to end homelessness.

How a neighborhood task force is reshaping the narrative of homelessness in Boston

Nidhi Prakash, news staff February 12, 2025

Amidst Boston’s ongoing battle against homelessness, the Neighborhood Association of Back Bay, or NABB, Homelessness Task Force has emerged as a beacon of hope. Established in 2019, the nonprofit committee intends to promote the development of affordable housing, increase education...

The exterior of Boston City Hall. The building was constructed in 1968 and designated a historical landmark Jan. 24.

Boston City Hall earns landmark status, but not everyone is a fan

Isabella Bregante Kennedy and Jacob Williams February 12, 2025

Boston City Hall was designated as a historical landmark by Boston Mayor Michelle Wu Jan. 24, ensuring the iconic and infamous building’s preservation. The Boston Landmarks Commission voted on the building’s architectural, cultural and civic significance in early December...

A child sleds down the Boston Common hill face first. He used his hands to push himself forward for more momentum.

Snowstorm brings childlike joy, wonder to Boston

Jessica Xing, photo editor February 11, 2025

Boston residents and visitors alike came out Feb. 9 to enjoy more than four inches of snow from an overnight storm. Despite the chilly temperatures, dozens congregated in Boston Common, bundled up in coats, scarves, hats and gloves. While some admired the pristine scenery...

Harvard Conservative and Republican Student Conference attendees sit and listen to Steve Bannon. The conference included several keynote speakers and panels.

Dozens convene for conservative student convention, Steve Bannon speech

Emily Spatz, news staff February 10, 2025

Dozens of students from multiple universities in the area convened at the Charles Hotel in Cambridge Feb. 8 for the Harvard Conservative and Republican Student Conference featuring keynote speaker Steve Bannon.  Students said the event, which several conservative Harvard...

A class attendee glides across the ice on one skate. Some attendees were on one skate, some were on two and others used support seals or other accommodations.

Bostonians glide into mindful mornings at IceFlow Yoga on Ice

Chloe Craft, photo staff February 8, 2025

Early in the morning Jan. 26, skaters braved the winter cold to start their day with IceFlow, a yoga-inspired ice skating class at the Boston Common Frog Pond led by accomplished ice skater Elin Schran. Though IceFlow is for adults only, the class was open to all skill levels...

Demonstrators gather at the steps of the Massachusetts State House to voice their disapproval of Trump and Musk. The protest was one of 50 similar protests held across all 50 states on the same day to oppose the administration.

Hundreds denounce Trump, Musk at Massachusetts State House amid nationwide wave of protests

Chloe Craft, news staff February 7, 2025

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered at the Massachusetts State House, holding signs and joining in chants, Feb. 5 to voice their disapproval of President Donald Trump, Elon Musk and recent executive orders. The protest was one of a nationwide wave of demonstrations advertised...

Oullette sits for a photo with her labradoodle, Ella Mae, dressed in pink. Boston Dog Moms prepared different backdrops for pet owners to capture the event with, including a balloon wall and a pink Valentine’s Day background.

Boston Dog Moms hosts first ever Barkuterie Brunch at Liberty Hotel Ballroom

Aya Al-Zehhawi, photo staff February 4, 2025

As fresh snow welcomed Bostonians into the first day of February, dog moms and dads alike joined together to celebrate the month of love at the Boston Dog Moms Valentine’s Day Barkuterie Brunch in one of the city’s national historic landmarks: The Liberty Hotel. Hosted by...

Protesters rally in front of the Massachusetts State House. They brought a variety of pride flags and handwritten signs.

Boston residents advocate for trans unity at Massachusetts State House

Yashavi Upasani, news staff February 1, 2025

Boston residents and transgender rights activists rallied in front of Massachusetts State House Jan. 30 to call for unity in the wake of President Donald Trump’s executive orders targeting the transgender community. The rally was organized by the Transgender Unity Coalition,...

Protesters listen to a speech. Members of the Boston community rallied to fight for issues involving climate change, firing of public sector workers and the war in Palestine.

‘We’re protecting each other’: Bostonians rally against Trump’s agenda on Inauguration Day

Hallie Luo, photo correspondent January 31, 2025

Gathered outside the John F. Kennedy Federal Building in downtown Boston Jan. 20, hundreds of protesters rallied against President Donald Trump on Inauguration Day. Trump, who protesters said has an “extreme, far-right billionaire agenda,” was sworn in for his second presidential...

Maccon Bonner poses for a headshot. Bonner began his role as the Mission Hill liaison last April. Photo courtesy Maccon Bonner.

‘Getting the big things done by doing the small things right’: Q&A with neighborhood liaison Maccon Bonner

Chloe Craft, news staff January 29, 2025

Mission Hill liaison Maccon Bonner, who also serves the neighborhoods of Fenway-Kenmore, Mission Hill, Beacon Hill and Back Bay, spoke with The Huntington News in a virtual meeting Jan. 23 to discuss his experiences in the role and his goals to impress positive change in the...

A child smiles in anticipation of a chocolate strawberry as his mom holds a plate of previously acquired chocolate goodies. Plates were given at the start of the line and were piled high with sweet treats by the end of the vendor row.

Chocoholics take over Harvard Square for annual chocolate tasting event

Devyn Rudnick, photo staff January 29, 2025

More than 300 chocolate lovers flooded Harvard Square Jan. 25 for the city’s 14th Annual Taste of Chocolate Festival. Hosted by the Harvard Square Business Association, the weekend was promoted as a “three-day chocolate extravaganza,” punctuated by a free and highly anticipated...