Boston 5K Switches to Lottery After Selling Out in 21 Minutes
The Boston 5K sold out in just 21 minutes last year, so organizers are giving everyone a fair shot with a new lottery system. Registration for the April 18 race closes Thursday at 5 p.m.
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Boston Discovers 1729 Gravestone of Freed Black Man
A conservationist in Boston just uncovered one of America's oldest gravestones honoring a freed Black man who died in 1729. Sebastian, who chose the name Boston after gaining his freedom, was respected enough in colonial America to receive both a tombstone and a published obituary.
South Boston A's Sweep Championship Series at BC High
A youth baseball team from South Boston just swept their way to victory in the Boston Red Sox Foundation RBI League championship. The 15U A's dominated the finals with back-to-back wins, and their next stop is Fenway Park.
Boston Unveils 45-Foot Soccer Ball for World Record Try
A soccer ball taller than a four-story building will tower over East Boston's waterfront next month as the city attempts to break a Guinness World Record. The massive installation celebrates Boston hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches this summer.
Boston Gets World's Largest Soccer Ball for 2026 World Cup
A 45-foot soccer ball, stretching four stories tall, will tower over Boston's waterfront this June as the city prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The massive installation aims to spark excitement and put Boston on the global soccer stage.
Boston Apartments Install 64 EV Chargers for Residents
A new Boston apartment complex just made electric car ownership far easier for city dwellers. The Hyde Park development launched with 64 charging stations built in from day one, the largest residential EV charging project in Boston's history.
Olympic Gold Medalist Alysa Liu Inspires at Boston Show
Fresh off her Milan Olympic victory, figure skater Alysa Liu brought her boundary-breaking spirit to a packed Boston venue. The 20-year-old champion's first U.S. performance since winning gold inspired standing-room-only crowds at the Skating Club of Boston.
Chelsea Clinton Runs Personal Best at Boston Marathon
Former first daughter Chelsea Clinton crossed the Boston Marathon finish line in under four hours, greeted by her proud parents and a Boston legend. She ran under a historic pseudonym and made sure the officers who protected her got recognition too.
Boston Targets 50% Emissions Cut by 2030
Mayor Michelle Wu just unveiled an ambitious climate plan that could make Boston a national model for urban sustainability. The city is rallying businesses, institutions, and residents to slash greenhouse gas emissions in half by the end of the decade.
Boston Needs Volunteers to Support Foster Kids
Boston CASA is recruiting volunteers to advocate for foster children in court, no special skills required. One retired IT worker has already changed eight young lives through simple acts like trampoline parks and apple picking.
Boston Swimmers Raise $500K for Cancer Research
Hundreds of swimmers plunged into Boston Harbor at Castle Island for Swim Across America, raising over $500,000 for cancer care and research. The annual event brings together athletes and supporters united by one goal: funding lifesaving treatments.
Boston's Climate Plan to Cut Emissions 50% by 2030
Mayor Michelle Wu unveiled Boston's roadmap to slash greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030 while creating 67,000 green jobs. The plan tackles everything from sea-level protection to affordable energy, with climate justice at its core.
Boston Volunteers Feed Homeless Through Arctic Cold
While Arctic temperatures grip Boston, dedicated volunteers gather outside South Station weekly to offer hot meals and warm clothing to people experiencing homelessness. Their simple act of showing up provides more than supplies—it offers human connection when people need it most.
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Boston Volunteers Shovel Snow After Blizzard Hits City
After Monday's blizzard buried Boston, neighbors grabbed shovels and teamed up to dig out their community. What started as a practical response to snow has become a movement changing how people see the city.
Boston Invests $10B to Protect City from Rising Seas
Boston and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers just unveiled plans for 20 infrastructure projects to shield the historic city from flooding as sea levels rise. The $10 billion investment could save the city from $54 billion in future damage.
Boston Builds AI Gateway to Help Governments Go Digital
Boston is creating a secure system for AI agents to interact with city services, preventing chaos while opening up new possibilities. The city's experiment could become a model for governments worldwide.
Boston Stands by Trust Act, Declines 57 ICE Requests
Boston Police prioritized community trust over federal immigration detainer requests in 2025, reflecting the city's commitment to its sanctuary law. The decision shows how local communities navigate the balance between federal law and protecting immigrant families.
Boston Falls for Scottish Fans, Eyes Sister City Status
When 50,000 Scottish soccer fans descended on Boston for the World Cup, they didn't just watch games. They drank the city dry, sang on trains, put traffic cones on statues, and sparked a movement to become sister cities with Glasgow.
50,000 Scottish Fans Win Over Boston With Joy and Bagpipes
When Scotland's football fans arrived in Boston for World Cup matches, they didn't just fill the bars. They transformed an entire city with warmth, bagpipes, and enough good vibes to melt cold-hearted Bostonians.
Runner Shatters Boston Marathon Record in Back-to-Back Win
John Korir just ran the fifth-fastest marathon in history, breaking Boston's course record by over a minute while defending his championship title. The inspiring performance happened on a perfect spring morning that saw multiple runners achieve personal bests.
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