As the Supreme Court of the United States prepares to hear arguments challenging affirmative action, local politicians and universities are adding their voices in support of the practice and the diversity they say it creates on campuses.
Massachusetts legislators are considering joining five other states in legalizing aid in dying, also known as physician-assisted suicide. Last week, lawmakers on Beacon Hill hosted a hearing regarding H1991, a bill that would permit the practice statewide.
A multi-story music building, complete with a public café, innovative theater space and extensive music library, is under construction near the corner of St. Botolph and Gainsborough Streets.
In addition to whole-wheat pizza and soups made with vegetables from local gardens, newly opened Dudley Dough is serving up social justice in Roxbury for customers and employees alike.
A bill under review by the state legislature would expand legal protection against discrimination in public accommodations for transgender individuals. Supporters are calling the potential law a pivotal step toward extending equal protection under the law for all Massachusetts citizens.
Curious explorers will soon be able to virtually navigate the Charles River from the comfort of their homes, thanks to the efforts of a Northeastern University alumnus.
If Bostonians have their way, shorter and cheaper commutes, safer streets, abundant car-sharing locations, bike paths throughout the city and an environmentally-friendly transit system will form the backbone of Boston’s transportation future.
Boston-based startup Fasten hopes to take the wheel of an increasingly crowded ride-sharing industry by promising an end to surge pricing and a business model more favorable to drivers than the approaches taken by industry leaders Uber and Lyft.
The South End Open Market @ SoWa will relocate next year after a feud between Chris Masci, owner and operator of New England Open Markets LLC, and Mario Nicosia, owner of the site where the current market is located.
