Tuesday

07-22-2025 Vol 2029

Category: Local News

International Students Stand Together Amid Threats to Visa Policies

International Students Stand Together Amid Threats to Visa Policies

International students in the United States are facing unprecedented challenges as the Trump administration moves to revoke Harvard’s capacity to…
Beacon Hill Updates: Senate Approves Childcare Funding and Legislative Hearings on Critical Bills

Beacon Hill Updates: Senate Approves Childcare Funding and Legislative Hearings on Critical Bills

The Massachusetts Legislature was active during the week of May 26-30, with the Senate voting on significant measures while the…
Harvard Sues Trump Administration Over Funding Cuts Amid Controversy

Harvard Sues Trump Administration Over Funding Cuts Amid Controversy

In a heated dispute with the Trump administration, Harvard University has filed a lawsuit seeking to reverse significant funding cuts…
Insights from the Inaugural WBUR Festival: The Future of Innovation in Massachusetts

Insights from the Inaugural WBUR Festival: The Future of Innovation in Massachusetts

On Friday morning, the WBUR Festival debuted in Boston, featuring a panel discussion on “The Future of Innovation in Massachusetts.”…
Boston Pride Events Thrive Amid National Sponsor Withdrawals

Boston Pride Events Thrive Amid National Sponsor Withdrawals

As Pride Month unfolds across the country, Boston is positioning itself as a beacon for LGBTQ+ celebrations, defying a troubling…
WBUR Honors Local Leaders Committed to Community Service in Greater Boston

WBUR Honors Local Leaders Committed to Community Service in Greater Boston

WBUR has announced its inaugural Community Honors Awards, celebrating five exemplary local leaders whose impactful work is shaping the narrative…
Weekend News Roundup: Northern California Stories You Might Have Missed

Weekend News Roundup: Northern California Stories You Might Have Missed

As the weekend comes to a close, Northern California residents are gearing up for another week with a cool start,…
Harm Reduction Efforts Enhance Transition for Former Residents of Oakland Homeless Camp

Harm Reduction Efforts Enhance Transition for Former Residents of Oakland Homeless Camp

In recent weeks, city crews have been working diligently to demolish Oakland’s largest homeless camp, relocating over 70 residents to…
California Supreme Court Set to Hear Rooftop Solar Policy Challenge

California Supreme Court Set to Hear Rooftop Solar Policy Challenge

In a significant legal battle over California’s rooftop solar policy, three environmental groups will present their case before the California…
Coyote Encounters: A Divisive Wilderness in San Francisco

Coyote Encounters: A Divisive Wilderness in San Francisco

In San Francisco, coyotes are increasingly becoming a part of the urban landscape, often spotted wandering through parks, neighborhoods, and…
Ripple Labs to Donate $9.4 Million to San Francisco Police Department for Surveillance Technology

Ripple Labs to Donate $9.4 Million to San Francisco Police Department for Surveillance Technology

Cryptocurrency company Ripple Labs, alongside a nonprofit backed by its founder, is set to donate nearly $9.4 million to the…
From Civic Hackers to the Department of Government Efficiency: The Journey of Jancso and Wick

From Civic Hackers to the Department of Government Efficiency: The Journey of Jancso and Wick

In the heart of San Francisco’s tech scene, two ambitious coders, Zsombor “Anthony” Jancso and Jordan Wick, embarked on a…