The safest big city? In Boston, after a deadly weekend, a new argument over an old problem

Amid recent holiday violence, Boston officials debate public safety, citing disparities in crime impact and calls for more ...

Two killed, 11 others injured in July 4 shootings across Boston

Two people were killed out of the 13 shot in Boston during what Mayor Michelle Wu called a “long and difficult” July 4th ...
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Mayor Wu says World Cup has been 'huge' for Boston, lobbies for continuing 3 a.m. last call

Mayor Michelle Wu says the 2026 World Cup has been “huge” for Boston, and the extended last call has been such a boon to ...

'Share the story': Gravesite believed to belong to one of the oldest free Black persons in America restored in Boston

Mayor Michelle Wu called for a deeper look into American history after the discovery and marked the moment during the ...

Mayor Wu’s budget cuts hit Boston Public Schools hard, with 568 layoffs: 'Dramatic effect'

Mayor Michelle Wu’s $4.9 billion city budget cuts nearly 570 positions from Boston Public Schools, a trade-off her office ...

Boston leaders search for answers after July 4th weekend of violence

A violent Fourth of July weekend in Boston has the community and city leaders struggling to find answers.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu speaks on July 4, 2026 at Faneuil Hall

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu celebrated the history of the city, and its role in the formation of the nation, on July 4, 2026.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu signs legislation expanding senior property tax exemption eligibility

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu signed an ordinance into law that will increase income eligibility for senior property tax relief ...