Boston Politics
Boston reparations panel weighs path after Tufts study dropped
Boston’s reparations project faces questions about its direction after the city dropped a Tufts study over its researcher’s past academic work.
November 13, 2026
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Transportation & Infrastructure
FAA ground stop affects Logan amid communications problems
Logan flights were affected by a nationwide FAA ground stop linked to communications problems at regional air traffic control centers.
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Real Estate & Development
Greater Boston housing supply growth slows, report finds
A new report from Boston Indicators finds that Greater Boston is adding housing at a slower pace.
November 13, 2026
Transportation & Infrastructure
FAA ground stop affects Logan amid communications problems
Logan flights were affected by a nationwide FAA ground stop linked to communications problems at regional air traffic control centers.
November 13, 2026
Restaurants & Food
Din Tai Fung plans restaurant at Boston’s Prudential Center
Din Tai Fung is planning a Back Bay restaurant in the former Del Frisco’s space, with no opening date reported.
November 13, 2026
Education
Fire alarm cuts short Harvard event with Ma and Colbert
A Harvard event featuring Yo-Yo Ma and Stephen Colbert ended early after a fire alarm; the graduate student union denied involvement.
November 8, 2026
Red Sox
Red Sox agree to four-year, $58 million deal with Jake Bauers
Boston adds Jake Bauers after his breakout season in Milwaukee, creating roster questions with Willson Contreras still under contract.
November 13, 2026
Neighborhoods
Brighton residents report more dead rats around neighborhood
Brighton residents say they are encountering more dead rats, according to a report highlighted by Universal Hub.
November 11, 2026
Awards News
Best of Boston 2026 adds four Fan of the Year awards
Four new Boston Weekly awards recognize local sports fans for loyalty and community service, with nominations open at $20 per entry.
October 23, 2026
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