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‘Not In Our Name’ letter. More than 3,000 Jewish professors, university staff and students nationwide signed this letter that criticizes the federal suppression of free speech under the guise of combating antisemitism. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

‘Not In Our Name’: Jewish professors, students, university staff denounce the weaponization of antisemitism against pro-Palestinian advocacy

Julia Hendler April 2, 2025
Thousands of Jewish professors, university staff and students around the country signed a letter condemning the federal government for using antisemitism and a guise to prosecute pro-Palestinian advocacy.
People shop in Vivant Vintage on Newbury Street. The store officially opened this location Saturday. AVA RUBIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Vivant Vintage opens second location on Newbury Street, aims to “dress everyone”

Brontë Massucco March 4, 2025
While Newbury Street is known for drawing in large crowds on weekends, a line of shoppers took over the sidewalk as they waited for Vivant Vintage’s new location to officially open March 1.  Justin Pomerleau, owner and CEO of Vivant Vintage, opened the business’s flagship store in Lower Allston in 2014. Opening a location on Newbury Street has always been a dream of his. 
Brookline Police Department. Massachusetts distributed $2 million to local law enforcement, several state agencies and Northeastern University Jan. 31 in an effort to increase gun violence prevention initiatives. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Mass. invests $2 million in gun violence prevention efforts

Brie Foster February 10, 2025
Massachusetts distributed $2 million to local law enforcement, several state agencies and Northeastern University Jan. 31 in an effort to increase gun violence prevention initiatives.
The front desk at the Boston University Diversity and Inclusion Office. President Trump signed an order Jan. 20 dictating that the federal government will only recognize two sexes — male and female — causing worry and fear among transgender advocacy groups in Boston. 
LAUREN ALBANO/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

DEI, gender ideology executive orders spark divided responses among Bostonians

Tavishi Chattopadhyay February 7, 2025
President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders limiting gender recognition and dismantling Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs cause mixed reactions from students, Boston schools and advocacy groups.
Pop-up notification detailing that TikTok is not available on the Apple Store in the U.S. Following the temporary ban of TikTok, users expressed concern that a permanent ban would  on free speech. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Return of TikTok raises questions, concerns about future ban

George Lehman January 22, 2025
While TikTok is now back online in America, the app’s return and potential for a future ban have raised concerns among the Boston community.
Senior Fia McCarty takes her mark on the starting block before a race on Nov. 9. The men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams won three events and set new top-10 program times during the Terrier Invite over the weekend. COURTESY OF BU ATHLETICS

Swimming and diving find midseason success in 18th Terrier Invite

Anthony Gasowski November 25, 2024
The Boston University men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams consider the Terrier Invite the midpoint of their season –– and after three days of competition from Nov. 22-24 — the Terriers found reasons to believe the best is yet to come.
Question 2 in the City of Boston’s “Youth Speaks Boston” survey. The survey, which is focused on understanding the needs of young people, is the first citywide needs assessment and will be available to the public until January 2025. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Mayor Wu launches ‘Youth Speaks Boston,’ Boston’s first city-wide youth needs assessment

Elizabeth Mehler November 20, 2024
Boston Mayor Wu and the Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement announced the launch of Youth Speaks Boston, the first-ever citywide needs assessment.
Senior guard Ethan Okwuosa (1) dribbles the ball and drives to the hoop at a game against Northeastern University on Nov. 4. The Boston University men’s basketball team lost to The University of California Los Angeles Monday night. KATE KOTLYAR/ DFP PHOTOGRAPHER.

Men’s basketball remains winless, falls to UCLA 71-40 on the road

Toby Moses November 13, 2024
The Boston University men’s basketball team fell to the University of California Los Angeles Monday night with a final score of 71-40.
A sign outside of Planned Parenthood in Boston. Boston residents remain divided about abortion rights following the 2024 Presidential Election. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

‘The Devil loves abortion’: Pro-life, -choice leaders in Boston stirred by reproductive rights after Trump’s victory

Lauren Albano November 8, 2024
Reproductive rights were a pivotal issue in Tuesday’s presidential election, with Boston voters either celebrating or grappling with former President Donald Trump’s victory over Vice President Kamala Harris.
A sign outside of The Boston Globe office at 1 Exchange Place. The importance of newspaper endorsements in elections is being discussed in light of multiple newspaper outlets announcing they would not endorse a presidential candidate. RACHEL FEINSTEIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

To endorse or not to endorse: Boston journalists discuss their role in politics

Ruby Voge November 6, 2024
During an election year, newspapers' opinion pages usually endorse presidential candidates. Usually. However, during this election, more news organizations than ever are opting-out of an official endorsement.
Sophomore guard Bella McLaughlin (12) attempts a layup during the game on Nov. 4. The Boston University women’s basketball team won its season opener against Northeastern on Monday. CLAIRE GUEST/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s basketball beats Northeastern 60-48, ushers in new era at The Roof

Olivia Barrett November 5, 2024
The Boston University women’s basketball team blew past Northeastern University at home Monday night by a final score of 60-48 in their season opener.
Junior guard Ben Roy (30) dribbles the ball down the court during the game on Monday. The Boston University men’s basketball team lost to the Northeastern University Huskies on Monday. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s basketball starts season with a loss at home against Northeastern

Ava Malamut November 5, 2024
The Boston University men’s basketball team began their 2024-25 season with a loss against Northeastern University on Monday with a final score of 80-72.
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