Boston Public Radio

The grocery, cafe and gathering space celebrates first anniversary in one of Boston's most dynamic neighborhoods.

Boston is set to host the third annual Embrace Ideas Festival, a multi-day celebration of Black art, culture, joy and excellence. Imari Paris Jeffries, president and CEO of Embrace Boston, alongside author and historian Ibram X. Kendi, will spearhead this year's festivities.

Mayor Michelle Wu answered questions on how to increase the city budget and the future of congestion pricing.

Sarah Bartley from the nonprofit United Way of Massachusetts Bay and David Shapiro, president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Boston, discussed the supporting migrants arriving in the state.

James Beard Award cookbook author Grace Young is raising awareness about the struggles facing Chinatown neighborhoods.

Andrea Campbell chose last week the head of her office’s newly created Housing Affordability Unit starting in July, focusing on expanding affordable housing across Massachusetts.

BPR Full Show 01/04: Sharing Is Caring

Best Of BPR 1/03: Claudine Gay, Culture Wars, And The Conservatives Weaponizing DEI Efforts

BPR Full Show 1/3: Claudine Gay Resignation

Best Of BPR 1/02: Steve McQueen's 'Lynching Tree' & John King On Claudine Gay's Resignation

BPR Full Show 01/02: Left Side Lying