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Boston pursues lawsuit against opioid manufacturers

Aidan McGovern October 4, 2018
The lawsuit, which the city filed in Suffolk County Superior Court, names 13 different commercial opioid manufacturers, four distributors and one local doctor.
Pivotal swing vote Flake talks about Kavanaugh hearings at Boston event

Pivotal swing vote Flake talks about Kavanaugh hearings at Boston event

Julia Preszler October 4, 2018
Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake spoke at the Forbes 30 under 30 Summit on Monday, prompting protests over the potential confirmation of Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh.
Hundreds of immigrants begin citizenship process

Hundreds of immigrants begin citizenship process

October 4, 2018
The event assisted more than 370 citizenship applicants. This year marked the fifth iteration of the event, which is New England’s largest annual citizenship workshop.
Julian Bonder’s project, “The Ripple Effects,” has a range of components including a pair of towers that symbolize the impacts of both Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. / Photo courtesy MLK Boston

MLK memorial proposals available to review at Boston Public Library

October 4, 2018
The MLK Boston Arts Committee is currently reviewing proposals for an MLK memorial and presenting top proposals for public comments at the Boston Public Library.
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North End residents hold on to heritage as community changes

October 4, 2018
The North End is one of Boston's distinct communities, with its own unique history, food, music and community values that have sustained generations.
Northeastern students attend summit as 30 Under 30 scholars

Northeastern students attend summit as 30 Under 30 scholars

October 4, 2018
The Forbes 30 under 30 summit came to Boston for the fifth time this year, bringing with it a variety of speakers, events and motivated attendees.
Locals gather to enjoy Moakley Park and strategize climate readiness

Locals gather to enjoy Moakley Park and strategize climate readiness

Avery Bleichfeld October 3, 2018
The Parks and Recreation and Environmental Departments hosted an event at Moakley Park to bring the community together and discuss the anticipated effects of climate change.
Ashton Chan, at right, of Waltham smokes with Michael Gordon of Framingham Sunday at the Boston Freedom Rally for legalized marijuana Sunday, Sept. 16 on Boston Common. / Photo by Riley Robinson

Mayor Walsh issues statement following Boston Freedom Rally

October 3, 2018
Mayor Walsh issued a statement on the Boston Freedom Rally detailing his disappointment in the state the Boston Common was left in after the event.
College students from the greater Boston area swarmed the exhibits during College Night Friday, September 21 at the Museum of Science. / Photo by Riley Robinson

College students enjoy free night at Museum of Science

September 29, 2018
College Night grants students free admission to all permanent and temporary exhibits which normally cost $28 dollars per person.
Changes to the MBTA's fare collection system will allow riders to board the green line at all doors. / Photo by Catherine Argyrople

MBTA changes will allow riders to board at every door

Avery Bleichfeld September 26, 2018
In an effort to increase accessibility for riders, the new fare collection system will accept payment by smartphones, contactless credit cards.
Courtney Leonard, the CEO and founder of HerVision Media and Consulting and Timanni Walker, a brand strategist at MullenLowe, spoke at the Aspiring and Inspiring Millennial Women of Color event. / Photo by Zach Carmosino

[UPDATED] Women of color discuss their professional experiences

September 26, 2018
Organized by the Big Sister Association of Greater Boston, the event was about connecting and empowering young women of color.
Flames Restaurant II on Huntington Avenue displays campaign poster for Suffolk County district attorney candidate Rachael Rollins in its window. / Photo by Brian Bae

Boston businesses endorse candidates — democratically

September 26, 2018
Some local businesses tend to outsource the management of their window space to the community, letting them decide who and what deserves a spot in the window.