Mayor Marty Walsh
Walsh ‘Will Think About What Could Have Been’ If L.A. Hosts the 2024 Olympics
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti has received a “rock star” reception in Rio, wooing International Olympic Committee members in an effort to bring the 2024 Summer Games back […]
Mayor Walsh’s Cargo Shorts Are Tearing This City Apart
Newbury Street closed to vehicle traffic Sunday, turning Boston’s boulevard of high-end retail into a pedestrian mall for a few sunny hours. And while some […]
New England Justice League, Unmasked!
Just in time for Boston Comic Con, we reveal our politicians’ true superhero identities.
City Council President Endorses Marijuana Legalization, Opposing Walsh
The state ballot push to legalize recreational marijuana just picked up two supporters at City Hall. City Council President Michelle Wu and Councilor Tito Jackson have formally endorsed the […]
Lawsuit: Marty Walsh Told Southie Parade Organizers ‘Don’t F— Me Over’
A new lawsuit filed against Marty Walsh in Massachusetts District Court alleges the mayor coerced organizers of South Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day parade into allowing LGBT veterans to […]
David Ortiz to Make Wake-Up Calls to Boston Public Schools Students
If Big Papi tells you to get out of bed, you get out of bed. Boston Public Schools Superintendent announced Monday it would team up […]
How Marty Walsh’s DNC Speech Could Help the Recovery Community
Mayor Marty Walsh began his speech at the Democratic National Convention Monday with a simple sentence: “My name is Marty Walsh, and I’m an alcoholic.” […]
We Really Dodged a Bullet Passing on Boston 2024, Huh?
A year ago this afternoon, Chris Dempsey stood at the bar inside the Beantown Pub, sleeves rolled up, and slugged another Bud Light Lime. Boston 2024 […]
Amid Turmoil, A Decent Showing for Massachusetts Politicians at DNC
All things considered, it was a pretty decent night for our hometown heroes. Day one at the Democratic National Convention turned out to be a […]
Mayor Marty Walsh Talks Alcoholism in DNC Speech
Update, 11 p.m.: Mayor Walsh delivered his speech to the Democratic National Convention Monday night, and as promised, he shared his personal story of recovery from […]
Marty Walsh on Debbie Wasserman Schultz Resignation: ‘I Wouldn’t Take the Podium’
If Marty Walsh were Debbie Wasserman Schultz, he might keep a lower profile. The embattled DNC chairwoman will resign her post after nearly 20,000 DNC emails published by […]
Walsh, Chang Say Exam School Document in WGBH Story Doesn’t Exist
What started out as a huge education scoop that shocked parents across the city has turned into a puzzling case. Mayor Marty Walsh and Boston Public […]
Mayor Marty Walsh Will Speak at Democratic National Convention
Marty’s going primetime. Mayor Walsh will be a featured speaker when the Democratic National Convention convenes in Philadelphia next week, reports Politico Massachusetts. He will reportedly […]
Mayor Walsh Orders Newbury Street Pedestrian-Only for One Day
For one day, one of Boston’s most popular thoroughfares will be reserved for people—and their four-legged companions, of course. Mayor Marty Walsh announced plans Monday to […]
Mayor’s Aides Plead Not Guilty to Extortion Charges
Two members of Mayor Marty Walsh’s administration were arraigned Tuesday, pleading not guilty to federal extortion charges alleging they withheld permits from the Boston Calling music […]