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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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The City of Boston’s Public Comment Form for the PLAN: Downtown zoning amendments. The public comment period was extended after many Boston residents raised concerns about the amendments. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Boston announces new downtown zoning plans, receives backlash from community

Jack Schwed February 9, 2025
After the City of Boston Planning Department announced an updated draft of its new zoning amendments Jan. 15, Boston residents and organizations urged for an extended public comment period and voiced concerns.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Boston launches Family Overdose Support Fund to support families affected by opioid overdoses

Lauren Albano February 7, 2025
When Brendan Little worked as policy director for the City of Boston’s Office of Recovery Services, he often received requests from constituents to help pay for their loved ones’ funerals, but the office did not have the dedicated funds to support.
government center construction collapse accident

Investigation launched into death of worker at Government Center construction site

Casey Choung March 31, 2022
A construction worker died March 26 in an accident caused by a partial collapse of a crane near the Government Center.
Boston City Hall. Boston City Council met with Veterans’ Services officials and female veterans in a virtual meeting Tuesday morning to discuss improving women veteran resources in light of Veterans Day this Thursday. SOPHIE PARK/ DFP FILE

As Veterans Day approaches, City examines resources for former armed service members

Zoe Tseng November 11, 2021
Boston City Councilors held a hearing on improving services for women veterans Tuesday morning.
pride flag

Boston honors LGBTQ+ military personnel with “Always ask, Proud to Tell Day”

Samuele Petruccelli September 21, 2021
Boston lawmakers deemed Sept. 20 a day of honor and visibility for LGBTQ+ military personnel.
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Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn