Staff Writer at Boston Magazine
Spencer Buell is a staff writer for Boston, covering news, politics, technology, the T, legal weed, french fries, bears, Brady, and beer. He used to be a news reporter for Metro Boston and the Arlington Advocate.
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The RMV Messed Up Big Time
It told thousands of drivers their licenses were in trouble. They weren’t.
Coming Soon to City Hall Plaza: Beer, Ice Cream, Mini Golf, Puppies
Introducing “The Patios.”
Black Market in Roxbury Has a Powerful Message after “White Lives Matter” Vandalism
“We will not be shaken,” the owners say.
Someone Named Charlie Baker Started a PAC Called “Blaze It for Jill Stein”
No, not that Charlie Baker.
Good News for Fans of Stun Guns
The state’s top court ruled against a ban on them.
Airbnb Targeted Michelle Wu and Whiffed, Hard
An anti-regulation campaign came up short.
Starbucks Will Close Boston Locations for “Racial Bias Education”
The company will shut down 8,000 stores for an afternoon after an incident in Philadelphia.
This Stormy Daniels Suspect Sketch Looks a Lot Like Tom Brady
Is that the GOAT?
Spencer the Flag-Waving Marathon Dog Is a Good Boy, and a Star
The pup, seen cheering on runners with a pair of flags, has gotten a lot of attention.
The Renaming of Yawkey Way Has Been Delayed, Again
Red Sox leadership asked to postpone a vote.
I Love My Job: Re-enacting Paul Revere’s Famous Ride
Paul “Revere” Tobin talks horses, history, and how his reenactment skills make him a great wingman.
ICA Takes down Exhibit Early after Allegations against Photographer
Nicholas Nixon’s work was supposed to be on display for 10 more days.
A $5 Million Settlement Has Been Reached with Kyzr Willis’ Family
Willis drowned in 2016 at Carson Beach.
We Tried It: Fenway Park’s New Jim Beam Dugout
Ever wanted to watch the game mere inches from the Fenway dirt while spying on Dustin Pedroia? Now’s your chance.