Local Issues

This week, the Council approved a series of grants and donations that will support youth employment opportunities, environmental workforce development, neighborhood programming, and community engagement across Boston. Approved grants and donations […]

During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution offered by Councilors Pepén and Flynn recognizing May 17 through May 23, 2026, as National Emergency Medical Services Week and honoring the essential work of Boston Emergency […]

As more residents turn to bicycles for commuting, recreation, and fitness, Boston continues to expand its focus on safer streets, active transportation, and stronger neighborhood connectivity. The Council adopted a resolution offered by Councilor […]

Boston’s immigrant communities, who continue to shape the city’s culture, economy, and neighborhoods, are being honored by the Council through the recognition of June 2026 as Immigrant Heritage Month. The Council adopted a resolution offered by […]

As Memorial Day approaches, Boston joins in honoring the service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and recognizing the families who carry forward their legacy of sacrifice. The Council adopted a resolution offered by […]

For two decades, students across Greater Boston have sharpened their voices, strengthened their leadership skills, and learned the value of civic engagement through the power of debate. The Council adopted a resolution offered by Councilor Flynn […]

After years of public service to Boston residents, retirees in the Boston Retirement System are at the center of a new effort to address rising living costs and strengthen retirement security. The Council adopted a resolution offered by Councilors […]

(Black PR Wire) Raleigh, NC – The Council on Black Health (CBH), a premier research organization and national network of researchers, practitioners, community leaders, and advocates, has released a Collective Action Plan to address systemic hea...

People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on the website and information on the MBTA may be found online. The MBTA advises riders to […]

Joseph Henry, Chief, Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture Photos Courtesy of Malakhai Pearson  Mayor Michelle Wu officially welcomed Joseph Henry as the new Chief of the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture (MOAC). The announcement was shared […]

(Black PR Wire) Miami, FL - Six Miami-Dade County Public Schools have reason to celebrate: some recently received Florida Power & Light Company’s (FPL) STEM Classroom Makeover Grant for the 2025-26 school year, while four others are current...

On May 15, 2026, the City of Boston convened its first-ever Boston Area Air Quality Summit, bringing together 200 community leaders, researchers, and policymakers to share information and strengthen cross-sector partnerships to improve resident […]

(Black PR Wire) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. proudly announces the successful graduation of the second cohort of the Sigma Justice Alliance Boot Camp, marked by a virtual ceremony held on May 19. The milestone reflects the […]

(Black PR Wire) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. proudly announces the successful graduation of the second cohort of the Sigma Justice Alliance Boot Camp, marked by a virtual ceremony held on May 19. The milestone reflects the […]

(Black PR Wire) DALLAS — High blood pressure is the #1 preventable risk factor for heart disease and stroke, yet, nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure and many don’t even know it. That is why the American Heart Association,...