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The reflecting pool at the Christian Science Plaza has started flowing again. / Photo by Samantha Barry

Reflecting pool reopens at the Christian Science Plaza

Avery Bleichfeld November 15, 2018
The Christian Science Plaza had undertaken a variety of projects to enhance its look, sustainability and accessibility to visitors, with the most recent update being the reopened reflecting pool.

Local artist creates a game about gentrification

Corey Dockser November 12, 2018
In the Gentrification Game, cardboard buildings line two sides of the board, one with buildings common in not-yet-gentrified neighborhoods — a bodega, a check casher, a liquor store. Across the street are gentrified buildings underneath a sign reading “Gentriville, USA.”
Boston hosts first Dia de los Muertos celebration in Copley Square

Boston hosts first Dia de los Muertos celebration in Copley Square

November 7, 2018
Boston celebrated Dia de los Muertos, or "Day of the Dead," for the first time this year to recognize and celebrate Mexican culture by remembering loved ones.

Mayor Walsh proposes plan to combat rising sea levels

Avery Bleichfeld November 7, 2018
In response to rising sea levels in Boston and around the world, Mayor Martin J. Walsh has proposed a plan to combat this issue by utilizing more efficient and sustainable parks.

Democrats campaign for races they can’t vote in

Julia Preszler November 6, 2018
Dozens of groups in Massachusetts that campaign for races they cannot vote in hoping to secure Democratic majorities in legislative bodies nationwide.
Warren Elizabeth

Candidates for U.S. Senate face off in debate

Nick Swindell November 5, 2018
U.S. Senate candidates Elizabeth Warren and Geoff Diehl debated at the end of October, discussing key issues of Trump, immigration and gun rights.

Charlie Baker and Jay Gonzalez face off in final debate

November 5, 2018
Baker defended his record on public transportation and his stance on Trump, while Gonzalez argued the incumbent hasn’t been “aggressive” enough in tackling these issues.
Warren Elizabeth

Senate candidates make final push before upcoming elections

Nick Swindell, deputy campus editor November 1, 2018
As elections draw near MA candidates compete for a spot in the US Senate, with incumbent Elizabeth Warren facing challengers Geoff Diehl and Shiva Ayyadurai.
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.