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- Mass. reports 2,927,088 people have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Overall, 3,811,389 people have received the first dose of either the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine. Here's the data for Sunday, May 9.
- Job market for new grads: Much hiring but much competition
Though the competition will be stiff — this year's graduates will have to compete, in many cases, with 2020 graduates who are still seeking their first full-time job — employers are ramping up hiring.
- Vax Live concert raises $302 million, exceeds vaccine goal
Global Citizen announced Saturday that the funds raised helped procure more than 26 million doses at the “Vax Live: The Concert to Reunite the World.”
Local News
- Celebrating May as National Building Safety Month
BOSTON - Monday, May 3, 2021- Today Mayor Janey designates May as National Building Safety Month for the City of Boston. The proclamation emphasizes the […]
- Join us for our May 2021 watercolor painting workshops
Join members of the Mayor's Mural Crew at Franklin Park's Scarboro Pond for an afternoon of watercolor painting. This series is completely free and open to […]
- City Council expresses gratitude for Boston teachers
For over 30 years, the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) has recognized the first week in May as Teacher Appreciation Week to honor the men and women […]
- City Council celebrates Haitian heritage
This month-long celebration grew from the Haitian Flag Day on May 18, a nationally recognized day in Haiti, the U.S., and throughout the Diaspora. In years […]
- City Council urges state to pass legislation relative to the educational needs of students
Due to learning loss and missed opportunities because of the pandemic, many students due to graduate in 2022 might not feel prepared to graduate, and might […]
- City Council recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental health problems can affect individuals of any race, religion, age or economic status. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, one in five […]
- Mayor Janey calls on Eversource to cancel the proposed substation in East Boston
Building on a commitment of environmental justice and protecting public health, Mayor Janey today, Chief of Environment, Energy and Open Space Reverend Mariama […]
- 2021 Public Space Invitational design competition launched
Today, Mayor Janey announced the launch of the 2021 Public Space Invitational, a civic design competition that seeks ideas to reimagine our public spaces in […]
- City of Boston seeks public input for Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan update
The City of Boston’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is updating Boston’s 2014 Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (NHMP). The NHMP will identify […]
- Demolition Delay application: 200-202 Ipswich Street, Fenway
Boston Landmarks Commission (BLC) received a complete application to demolish the gas station and two canopies at 200-202 Ipswich Street in Fenway, 02215. We […]
Global News
- The problem with South African football
The drive to professionalize all sports in South Africa has killed off community spirit and the
- Ethiopian women making movies
Among the many stories about Ethiopia’s long, multifaceted past and politically complicated present, an extraordinary transformation
- The Shade Room Announces New Plus-Size Model Competition ‘Thick House’
The Shaderoom has announced the debut of their new plus-sized modeling competition show, Thick House, which will feature celebrity guest judges, along with […]
- ‘Love & Hip Hop’ Star Mendeecees Allowed To Travel To Dubai To Renew Vows
Love & Hip Hop star Mendeecees Harris is a convicted felon, so he can't just up and travel wherever he wants to. However, the reality star has been granted […]
- Floyd Mayweather and Jake Paul Get Into Physical Altercation At Press Conference
According to published reports, Mayweather was at a Miami press conference promoting a June 6 fight at Hard Rock Stadium in Florida with Paul’s […]
- WATCH: What You Need To Know — May 7, 2021: Mother’s Day — Voting Law Lawsuit — Lowest Levels of Pandemic
1. Mother’s Day What You Need To Know: This weekend marks the 29th year that I observe Mother’s Day without my Mom. The pain of losing and missing my […]
- Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Not Seeking Another Term In November
According to WSBTV, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms will not be seeking reelection after her term ends next year.
- Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Not Seeking Another Term In November
According to WSBTV, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms will not be seeking reelection after her term ends next year.
- Decolonizing humanity
In his recent book, Out of the Dark Night: Essays on Decolonization (2021), critical theorist Achille
- New Georgia Law Looks To Get College Athletes Paid
A new Georgia law could be the catalyst that changes the landscape of college football as we know it. Georgia Governor Brain Kemp recently signed a law that […]