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Systemic Inequality Threatens Boston’s Transit System

Systemic Inequality Threatens Boston’s Transit System

November 1, 2018
LiveableStreets Alliance held an event to discuss systematic inequality and inequity in Boston's transportation system.
Supporters of Boston Citgo sign push for landmark status

Supporters of Boston Citgo sign push for landmark status

October 24, 2018
Following the 2016 purchase of the building holding the Citgo sign, there has been an ongoing debate over the future of the sign as many push for it to attain landmark status.
Ayanna Pressley held her first Equality Agenda Forum in October 2018.

Ayanna Pressley conducts first Equality Agenda Forum

Maria Lovato, campus editor October 24, 2018
Ayanna Pressley held her first Equality Agenda Forum Wednesday night, where she hoped to gain input from the community about her policy platform.
Trial continues over Harvard's affirmative action policies

Trial continues over Harvard’s affirmative action policies

October 24, 2018
Students for Fair Admissions, a student activist group, is suing Harvard for discriminatory admissions practices, particularly against Asian-American students and a ruling is expected within two to three weeks.
Massachusetts Republican Governor Charlie Baker and Democratic nominee Jay Gonzalez square off in the second 2018 Massachusetts Gubernatorial debate at the WGBH Studios in Brighton. / Photo by Meredith Nierman / WGBH News

Charlie Baker and Jay Gonzalez battle in second gubernatorial debate

Julia Preszler October 24, 2018
The most contentious moment came when Gonzales pressed Baker about his support for Geoff Diehl, a Republican who is running for the U.S. Senate.
New housing development will provide affordable homes in Cambridge

New housing development will provide affordable homes in Cambridge

Avery Bleichfeld October 17, 2018
A growing population and need for low-income housing prompt creation of affordable housing development in Cambridge which will guarantee units to households at lower income levels.
Marriott hotel employees on strike for better wages and benefits

Marriott hotel employees on strike for better wages and benefits

October 17, 2018
Employees from seven Boston Marriott hotel brands have spent the last two weeks demonstrating on the streets around the hotels with a rallying cry: “One job should be enough.”
A central signpost within the HUBWeek complex directs attendees to exhibits around City Hall Plaza. / Photo by Dylan Shen

HUBweek welcomes innovators from around the world

October 17, 2018
Boston brought together innovators from around the world to attend HUBweek, an event centered around arts, technology and science that was founded in 2014.
David Hogg speaks at Boston Public Library about gun control. / Photo by Catherine Argyrople

David Hogg talks social activism, gun control at Boston Public Library

Aidan McGovern October 17, 2018
Teen activist and Marjory Stoneman Douglas alum David Hogg spoke at the Boston Public Library about gun violence and preventative measures that could be taken.
A woman and child sit on the pavement at Park Street Station while listening to speakers at the Rally for Indigenous People's Day on October 6.

Activists march for Indigenous Peoples’ Day

October 10, 2018
Activists march throughout Boston Saturday to call to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day. Cambridge recognized Indigenous Peoples' Day in 2016 and Somerville celebrated the holiday for the first time this year.
State House protesters denounce Kavanaugh, back sexual assault survivors

State House protesters denounce Kavanaugh, back sexual assault survivors

October 10, 2018
Protestors assembled at the State House Friday night organized in opposition of now Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's nomination.
Fenway schools all-clear after lockdowns

Fenway schools all-clear after lockdowns

October 4, 2018
Fenway-area schools entered a temporary lockdown this afternoon after an individual mistook a loud banging noise for gunshots.