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A program known as humanitarian parole offers hope to Haitians seeking refuge in the U.S.
Hananiah Pierre-Louis, a longtime Massachusetts resident, has applied to bring relatives here: “It was always a burning desire of mine to have a route to bring my family over because of the con...
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/29/humanitarian-parole-haiti-boston-biden-immigrant
118 arrested as police forcibly clear Emerson encampment protesting war in Gaza
Boston police arrested more than 100 people near Emerson College overnight as officers forcibly cleared a tent encampment. Demonstrators had set up their tents in solidarity with a broader moveme...
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/25/boston-emerson-college-massachusetts-students-arrests
Harvard students prop up tents to protest war in Gaza and suspension of campus group
The events at Harvard unfolded as similar activism across campuses in Greater Boston and the U.S. drew national attention and comparisons to Vietnam-era student protest movements. The actions lar...
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/24/harvard-mit-emerson-pro-palestinian-protests-encampments
An eco-art installation that's for the birds — literally
At Appleton Farms in Ipswich, migratory bobolinks return each May to use the grasslands for breeding. Artist Jean Shin has installed a pastoral art installation called "Perch" highlighting the cr...
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/24/jean-shin-appleton-farms-bobolinks-songbirds-new-england
Homeowners look for creative solutions to adapt to increased flooding
With 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.
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/23/flooding-home-protection-new-england
Boston police failed to arrest 'serial rapist' for years despite DNA evidence
Experts 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 ...
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/22/boston-alvin-campbell-rape-case-police
The post-season begins for the Boston Celtics
WBUR'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.
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/21/basketball-boston-celtics-miami-heat-playoffs
College students disillusioned over political choices, lean toward Biden
A 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. Stude...
For the first time, Boston has a chief climate officer
Brian Swett will be Boston's first chief climate officer. The role will oversee address climate change efforts across city departments.
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/17/boston-chief-climate-officer
Immigrants want faster permission to work. So do Mass. leaders and businesses
"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 ge...
Here's what's happened at the 128th Boston Marathon
It'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...
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/15/boston-marathon-128th-race-runners-spectators-live-updates
Urban renewal battle in Lawrence pits mayor against city council
Officials 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.
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/16/urban-renewal-battle-lawrence-mayor-depena-city-council
What to expect at the 128th Boston Marathon
WBUR's Alex Ashlock talks about the runners to watch and other key details spectators should keep in mind ahead of the marathon Monday.
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/14/runners-spectators-boston-marathon-preview
Visiting Martin's Park and remembering the youngest victim of the Boston Marathon bombings
On 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.
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/13/martin-richard-boston-marathon-bombings
The Boston Marathon is every runner's dream, including mine
Barbara Moran, 53, has run five marathons, but the last one was 20 years ago. She gave up running regularly when arthritis began eating away at her knees. What if she could run one more? When Bar...
https://www.wbur.org/cognoscenti/2024/04/12/running-boston-marathon-barbara-moran
Boston Marathon medical coordinator to retire after almost 50 years working the race
Chris Troyanos has helped race medicine evolve, from how runners are treated for heat stroke to 'massive' planning with hospitals and health officials.
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/11/boston-marathon-medical-tents-chris-tryanos
Never mind the baseball: Red Sox home opener remains a can't-miss event
Twenty years after the 2004 Sox snapped an 86-year championship drought, fans were commemorating that improbable win, even as they worried this season will disappoint.
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/09/baseball-red-sox-home-opener-boston-fenway
Red Sox pitcher Keith Foulke reminisces on 2004 World Series championship
Closing pitcher, Keith Foulke, along with the rest of the 2004 championship-winning Red Sox team will be honored at Fenway Park for the home opener on Tuesday. Foulke took some time to chat with ...
Vermont science museum prepares for its eclipse 'Super Bowl'
The ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain expects 1500 visitors for its eclipse event that's been in the works for a year.
https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/04/05/eclipse-burlington-vermont-science-museum