Homeowners look for creative solutions to adapt to increased flooding23 April 2024With climate change causing more frequent and intense storms, property owners are taking action to prevent flooding. Some are even going as far as to let the water into their homes.00:04:42
Boston police failed to arrest 'serial rapist' for years despite DNA evidence22 April 2024Experts say the case against Alvin Campbell is a striking example of how police and prosecutors often fail to take action when victims report sexual assaults, potentially allowing serial rapists to remain at large.00:06:04
The post-season begins for the Boston Celtics21 April 2024WBUR's Weekend Edition caught up with Khari A. Thompson, who covers the Celtics and basketball for Boston.com, to discuss the C's strengths and weaknesses this season.00:04:43
College students disillusioned over political choices, lean toward Biden18 April 2024A new Harvard Kennedy School poll found adults under 30 favoring President Biden, especially women. Leading concerns among young voters are the economy, abortion rights and the war in Gaza. Students in Greater Boston echoed these concerns in interviews with WBUR.00:03:22
For the first time, Boston has a chief climate officer17 April 2024Brian Swett will be Boston's first chief climate officer. The role will oversee address climate change efforts across city departments.00:05:33
Immigrants want faster permission to work. So do Mass. leaders and businesses17 April 2024"The people out on the floor are the heart of the operation; without them, we can't get our product out the door," Ahead's Tracy Silvia said. "They don't deserve the reputation or bad rap they get for being immigrants."00:06:48
Here's what's happened at the 128th Boston Marathon16 April 2024It's Marathon Monday, and tens of thousands of runners will make their way along the historic 26.2-mile race route. We'll provide live updates throughout the day, including details on how you can join the throngs of spectators cheering the racers on.00:06:00
Urban renewal battle in Lawrence pits mayor against city council16 April 2024Officials are locked in fight over who has the power to transfer city-owned properties. It could be up to a judge to decide who's right.00:04:53
What to expect at the 128th Boston Marathon14 April 2024WBUR's Alex Ashlock talks about the runners to watch and other key details spectators should keep in mind ahead of the marathon Monday.00:05:26
Visiting Martin's Park and remembering the youngest victim of the Boston Marathon bombings13 April 2024On a mild, sunny afternoon earlier this month, grown-ups and children in the playground shared their thoughts about Martin's Park with WBUR's Weekend Edition for this audio postcard.00:04:05
