Boston's untold Black history

Boston is known for its host of historic landmarks, such as the Boston Tea Party and the USS Constitution, but there are also many historical stories and sites in the...

How local rabbis are celebrating Hanukkah this year

It's the first night of Hanukkah. It is also the two-month anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel, and the beginning of Israel's ongoing bombardment of Gaza. Ahead...

Behind the pro-Palestinian protests in Boston

Israel's military action in Gaza in response to the Oct. 7 attacks by Hamas has led to demonstrations in support of Palestine across the country and the world. That includes...

$250 million for the Mass. family shelter system

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has signed a long-awaited supplemental budget bill containing $250 million in funding for the state's overburdened family shelter system.

Boston is considering a guaranteed income program

Last week, city councilors and officials from Mayor Michelle Wu's administration held a public hearing to discuss the possibility of piloting a guaranteed basic income program for low-income Bostonians. 

What to do this month: naughty and nice holiday spectaculars

The holiday season is upon us, and whether you're looking to catch a pop diva or a risqué take on a classic seasonal favorite, assistant director for WBUR CitySpace Candice...

A different approach to supporting loved ones with addiction

Almost one-third of adults in the U.S. say they, or someone in their family, have been addicted to opioids. Often, families have been encouraged to use a "tough love"...

That application fee your landlord charged you might be illegal

Massachusetts is one of only two states where it's illegal for landlords to charge an application fee to perspective renters. Even so, advocates say that these fees are on the...

When love comes with a life sentence

What does the criminal justice system do to love? This question is at the core of "We Found Love," is a new miniseries from the Boston Globe's Love Letters Podcast....

Massachusetts' 2024 Teacher of the Year is making history

From the newsroom: Entrepreneurs want to use EV chargers to highlight historic Black landmarks

According to state data, most people who have taken advantage of the electric vehicle rebates in Massachusetts live in wealthier communities. But the state is working on ways to make...

A message from host, Darryl C. Murphy

Team Common is off today, but we just wanted to pop in your feed real quick to wish you a very happy Thanksgiving.

Where to find heating assistance this winter

Winter is coming, and with it, higher heating bills. Thankfully there is a range of options available to Massachusetts residents in need of heating assistance.

America's gun industry has roots in Massachusetts

America was, and continues to be, forged by the gun industry. The Gun Machine, a new podcast from WBUR and The Trace looks at this intertwined history -- from the...

The National Climate Assessment has notes for the Northeast

The fifth National Climate Assessment was released this week. The report spans the nation, but the section focused on the Northeast paints a picture of a region hit hard by...