Jose Alfaro, an advocate and local survivor of human trafficking, resigned from his seat on the U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking in protest of the Trump administration and its policies against immigrants, equity and inclusion, and other vulnerable people.

Massachusetts voting rights advocates say the court's decision to weaken key protections under the Voting Rights Act of 1965 could lead to fewer majority-minority districts nationwide.

Opportunity Boston's recent “Cradle to Career” report highlights growing kindergarten readiness scores among Boston students.

A new development allows artists to find places they can afford to live, part of a growing effort in Gateway Cities.

Local runners and disabled athletes said the sign outside the company's store was offensive.

The inaugural awards recognized innovators, advocates and leaders that are shaping the commonwealth’s business community.

As a Boston officer faces charges, Benjamin Crump is pressing officials to release withheld body cam video in the death of Stephenson King.

The Boston City Council is calling for transparency in the department's protocols for releasing body camera footage after the killing of Stephenson King by a Boston officer.

Boston University announced this week that it will temporarily stop removing signs and flags from campus buildings following community backlash, particularly from people protesting the removal of rainbow-colored Pride flags.

Activists cite political climate, fear and different priorities among local leaders of color as reasons for lack of action in the streets.