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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Final word: A letter from the editor

Haley Lerner December 5, 2019
If the FreeP has taught me one thing, it’s to keep going, keep calling, keep writing, keep rewriting, keep your eyes open despite how little sleep you got and do everything you can to make something that matters. Trust me, you will. I did.
Norwegian singer-songwriter Sigrid performs at Paradise Rock Club on Saturday evening. ALI AUDET/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Sigrid dazzles at Paradise Rock Club

Haley Lerner September 24, 2019
Sigrid, a Norwegian pop singer-songwriter gave a dazzling and energetic performance as part of her “Sucker Punch” tour Saturday at Paradise Rock Club in Allston.
University investigating Eta Chapter of Alpha Phi

University investigating Eta Chapter of Alpha Phi

Haley Lerner April 16, 2019
Boston University is looking into a situation regarding a few members of BU’s Eta Chapter of the sorority Alpha Phi, BU spokesperson Colin Riley said.
City crime logs: March 28 – April 1

City crime logs: March 28 – April 1

Daily Free Press Staff April 4, 2019
The following reports were taken from the Boston Police Department crime logs between March 28–April 1.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported a confirmed case of measles in the Greater Boston Area Monday. COURTESY OF U.S. AIR FORCE/ MATTHEW LOTZ

Confirmed measles case in Greater Boston

Haley Lerner April 2, 2019
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health confirmed a case of measles in the Greater Boston Area Monday after the individual was officially diagnosed Sunday.
Strong winds blow through Boston

Strong winds blow through Boston

Haley Lerner February 26, 2019
Strong winds hit Boston Monday, with wind speeds predicted to be as high as 20 to 30 mph and gusts up to 50 mph hitting the city through 4 a.m. Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.
Suffolk County Sheriff's Department in Boston. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainees at the Suffolk County House of Correction have been on a hunger strike since Feb. 15, saying they are experiencing poor conditions. JENNA MANTO/ DFP FILE

ICE detainees go on hunger strike at Suffolk County prison

Haley Lerner February 21, 2019
Around 70 Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainees at the Suffolk County House of Correction have been on a hunger strike since Feb. 15 to call for an end to “abuse and inhumane conditions.”
City crime logs: Feb. 17–19

City crime logs: Feb. 17–19

Haley Lerner February 21, 2019
The following crime reports were taken from the Boston Police Department crime logs from Feb. 17–20.
The Museum of African American History in Boston. The City of Boston, along with private organizations, is hosting events to celebrate Black History Month throughout February. LEITHLAND KILBURN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

City, local organizations celebrate Black History Month

Daily Free Press Staff February 14, 2019
February marks the celebration of African American History Month, a time meant to recognize the achievements of the black community and engage in discussions on the systemic racial injustice that occurs in the United States.
Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker and Boston Mayor Martin Walsh attended the Chinatown Neighborhood Center’s 50th anniversary tea ceremony on Friday. HALEY LERNER / DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Baker, Walsh attend Chinatown tea ceremony

Haley Lerner February 8, 2019
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker and Boston Mayor Martin Walsh attended the Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center’s 50th anniversary tea ceremony on Friday at the Pao Arts Center in Chinatown.
Patriots Fans celebrate the team’s victory Sunday over the Los Angeles rams. OLIVIA FALCIGNO/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Young Patriots fans swarm Boston Common after Super Bowl victory

Haley Lerner February 4, 2019
Eager fans rushed to the Boston Common after the New England Patriots won Super Bowl LIII, climbing trees and light posts, spraying beer, chanting “Brady! Brady! Brady!” and setting off fireworks.
The MBTA proposed a fare increase Monday that would take effect in July. SOPHIE PARK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

MBTA proposes average 6.3 percent fare increases

Daily Free Press Staff January 29, 2019
The MBTA proposed a fare increase Monday of an average 6.3 percent per ride across all fares starting July 1.
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