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Dr. S. Atyia Martin is using her company, All Aces Inc., to help businesses confront racism.
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Dr. S. Atyia Martin is using her company, All Aces Inc., to help businesses confront racism.
It's been one year since the murder of George Floyd. Luis Pierro of Milton says not much has changed.
Roxbury Community College hosted a discussion on racism Saturday with several black community leaders. The group talked about racism and policing in the wake of the killing of George Floyd, Ahmaud Aubrey, Breona Taylor and others.
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh proposed $12 million, or 20% of the police overtime budget be reallocated.
The Boston Chamber of Commerce came together Friday morning for a critical discussion about race and equality and how the business community can do its part.
Talking to kids about race and racism can be difficult. These black authors are using literature to help their children understand.
The city looks to demilitarize its police, increase the diversity of the police force and provide impartial oversight of the department.
A member of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University returned to her office Thursday to find a note with "obscene" language and "hateful" messages taped to her door, according to a letter from university officials.
A woman accused of a racist tirade at a Brockton supermarket was ordered to stay away from her accuser Wednesday.
Three men were arrested in East Boston on Friday night. WBZ sources say the arrests were in connection with the anti-immigration flyers that had been posted around the neighborhood.
Phil Haggerty and Olivia Mignosa spent their night ripping down dozens of what they describe as "white supremacist posters" plastered on trees and poles all over East Boston.
The Anti-Defamation League says there was a 44-percent jump in reported anti-Semitic incidents in the state in the first nine months of 2017.
As part of the program, players from the Celtics, Red Sox, Patriots, Bruins, and Revolution will be featured in public service announcements that address racism.
Mayor Marty Walsh says the anti-racism banner unfurled at Fenway Park during Wednesday night's Red Sox-A's game may have intended to carry a good message--but it was the wrong time and place for it.
A large crowd gathered on Riverhead Beach Monday morning to say Marblehead was "no place for hate" after anti-semitic graffiti was found on a nearby seawall.
After Baltimore Orioles outfielder Adam Jones said he was subjected to racist taunts and heckling at Fenway Park Monday night, Boston Mayor Marty Walsh had strong words for the "arrogant, ignorant" people responsible.
Michael Che, co-anchor of "Weekend Update" on NBC's "Saturday Night Live," is not backing away from comments he made about Boston, when he called it the "most racist city" he has ever visited.
In a letter to the school community, headmaster Lynne Mooney Teta said the school would not condone hateful, racially-motivated incidents of any nature.
The Principal of Newton North High School Thursday sent a letter to the school community addressing several acts of racism and anti-Semitism that occurred at the school over the past year, and announced the creation of a council to address issues of race, gender, and cultural diversity.
Mayor Marty Walsh is promising to look into allegations of racism at Boston's most elite exam school, Boston Latin.
The outspoken Mavericks owner is in the headlines again, this time for his comments about racism and prejudice.
The former Celtic and NBA veteran provided some insight to what it's like to work for Donald Sterling Tuesday morning on Toucher & Rich, as well as if the Clippers form of protest is enough.
Doc Rivers knew exactly what he bargained for when he agreed to take the Clippers coaching job.
The NBA is faced with quite the predicament now that audio tape has surfaced of Clippers owner Donald Sterling allegedly making racist comments.
Unfortunately, political poll after political poll reveals that the presidential election of 2012 has much to do – in fact, more to do – with the race of the presidential candidate than most anything else.
Cole Strange is back at practice for the New England Patriots, and detailed his frustrating recovery from a right knee injury that has sidelined him for nearly a year.
The MBTA is launching a new official app as it prepares to bring an end speed restrictions.
More than 200 pieces of sports memorabilia owned by Larry Lucchino are going up for auction with all proceeds benefitting charity.
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
The New England Patriots will make their annual trip to South Beach this weekend to take on the Miami Dolphins.
The Boston Celtics will be welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden Thursday afternoon to celebrate their 18th NBA title
If you buy tickets to a concert or game in Massachusetts and suddenly can't go, it's going to be a lot more difficult to get rid of them.
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
People in Holbrook said they woke up to muddy water coming out of their pipes this week.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
Massachusetts voters approved ballot questions on the auditor's authority and the MCAS, but lawmakers may still tinker with them.
Donald Trump won 75 cities and towns in Massachusetts in the 2024 election. Eleven of them voted Democrat four years ago.
If you were looking for surprises, the 2024 election likely wasn't for you.
John Deaton said he believes Sen. Elizabeth Warren is creating divisiveness in the state
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
The Museum of Ice Cream will open its doors this December in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.
It appears Tree House Brewing Company has big plans to expand in Boston, according to filings with the city.
Here's where to find Veterans Day 2024 free food offers and discounts at restaurants in Massachusetts.
Seven Stop & Shop stores in Massachusetts will be closing permanently on Oct. 31.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
Cole Strange is back at practice for the New England Patriots, and detailed his frustrating recovery from a right knee injury that has sidelined him for nearly a year.
The New England Patriots will make their annual trip to South Beach this weekend to take on the Miami Dolphins.
The Boston Celtics will be welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden on Thursday to celebrate the franchise's 18th NBA Championship.
Bruins GM Don Sweeney said "change is hard," but he believes it was the right time to fire head coach Jim Montgomery as the team struggles early in the season.
The defending NBA champions held off the league's hottest team on Tuesday night in Boston.
Researchers spotted a right whale in Cape Cod Bay exhibiting behavior that is typically seen later in the season.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.