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2 more state troopers who were part of the Karen Read case are under investigation, police say
The troopers are facing an internal affairs investigation related to Read's murder case, which will be retried in January after a jury couldn't reach a unanimous verdict earlier this month.
Erika Jordan Departs BU Alumni Engagement Office to Return to California
She takes position at University of Southern California, her alma mater and near where she grew up. Erika Jordan, who served for three years as Boston University’s vice president for alumni engagement and led a strategic expansion of alumni relations efforts worldwide, is leaving BU for California, her home state. Jordan was hired as associate senior vice president of alumni relations at University of Southern California, her alma mater and previous employer. She will start on August 6.
Taking Charge of the USS Constitution
Navy Commander Crystal L. Schaefer became the 78th commander of the USS Constitution at a ceremony held on June 21, 2024, at the Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston, MA. CDR Schaefer is daughter of members Michael and Debra Schaefer of Gilman. Michael Schaefer also served as JREC interim general manager from July 2021 to June 2022.
Abingtons trio to ride in the Pan-Mass Challenge
LA PLUME TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Three Lackawanna County natives are training for the ride of a lifetime. One of them is a two-time Olympian, who is dedicating her athleticism to a charitable cause. Blink and you might miss this trio buzzing around the Abingtons. They’re gearing up for the upcoming Pan-Mass Challenge in […]
Family mourns man shot and killed by moped driver in Boston, no arrests made
BOSTON - The family of a Boston man is looking for answers after he was gunned down near the Forest Hills MBTA stop by a shooter police say was on a moped. "I lost a friend, I lost a brother, a really good guy," said Francis Gonzalez of his 35-year-old friend Andy Baez Manan also known as Jusepy. On Thursday, family and friends gathered at a funeral home in Dorchester wearing a T-shirt that memorializes him and the number he wore on his softball team. They say they're still trying to understand what happened the night of...
Kevin Durant Has Jokes After Question About Advice For Celtics
The Boston Celtics have a target on their backs. After winning the NBA championship, teams are gunning for them next season. Everyone is looking to get any advantage over them... or in this case, not give them an edge. Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant was recently asked about the Celtics trio of ...
Emerson Empowers Young Female Leaders with Women2Women Conference
To say attending the Women2Women conference in 2022 in Bahrain was a transformational experience would be an understatement, said Israela Brill-Cass. “Since then, I’ve connected with hundreds of young women from around the world at the W2W conference,” said Brill-Cass, a senior affiliated faculty member in Communication Studies. “They are exceptional, outgoing, and eager to make a difference in the world.”
With Cora extended, the Red Sox have direction again
BOSTON -- The Red Sox and Alex Cora agreeing to a three-year contract extension came as a bit of a surprise on Wednesday. But it's a welcome surprise because of what it means for the franchise.With Cora signing on for three more seasons, the Red Sox have direction again. Craig Breslow wants to win, and he wants to win now, and Cora is on board for it. There is unity once again between the front office and the dugout.Breslow was in Colorado on Wednesday to finalize the deal, and received a hero's welcome from Boston players when they broke the...
Transplanted Truck Sets Up Shop In Boston Selling House Plants For Charity
BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — It's like a food truck... except it's full to the brim with house plants. "We call it the roaming green house," Denise Goodman, founder of Boston Cityscapes Plant Care Inc, told WBZ NewsRadio's Chaiel Schaffel. Cityscapes, a company that does greenery for local offices and...
Tragedy Disrupts MBTA Red Line Service in Boston as Individual Fatally Struck by Train
Chaos ensued on the MBTA Red Line at Boston's South Station last night, after an individual was struck and killed by an oncoming train, causing substantial delays and service interruptions. The incident, which occurred during the peak of rush hour, resulted in the deployment of shuttle buses to ferry passengers between the Alewife and JFK/UMass stops, disrupting the commutes of many.
Mayer rises to No. 2 on MLB prospect expert's Top 60 ranking
According to Keith Law of The Athletic's latest Top 60 ranking, the Boston Red Sox' fourth overall pick in the 2021 MLB draft belongs in the conversation. Mayer jumped to No. 2 on the list, up one spot from Law's 2023 midseason prospect ranking. The Baltimore Orioles' Jackson Holliday remains at No. 1.
Celtics Legend Shares Message He Sent to 2024 NBA Champions
After a dominant campaign that included steamrolling their way to a 16-3 playoff record, registering the highest postseason winning percentage in Celtics history (83.3 percent), Boston's latest title-winning team got a message from a franchise legend.
Players To Watch: Playoffs | Round 1
Playoff ultimate has arrived, and with it a fresh list of must-watch stars for the first round of games. Dependable vets, explosive athletes, and loads of talent on both sides of the disc headline this week’s watchlist. Lukas Ambrose, Seattle Cascades. Currently leading the league in blocks with 26,...
New report details how surveillance tech is used in Boston
The city released its first-ever surveillance report, which includes information on cell phone trackers, gunshot detectors, and body-worn cameras. Boston officials released the city’s first annual surveillance report this month, an overview of the dizzying array of different types of technology the city uses on a regular basis, predominantly in law enforcement efforts.
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