Boston Civic Pulse

Budget Hearings Update

• Allston-Brighton Schools and Centers: City officials acknowledged the importance of Jackson Mann Community Center during...

Residents can deliver two-minute testimony on capital budget priorities for Allston-Brighton schools and community centers during May 26 hearings.

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Northeastern nursing students assembled care bags for homeless veterans as part of a curriculum project emphasizing service beyond clinical...

Massachusetts state government employment reached an all-time high in 2025, according to a new Pioneer Institute report.

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Boston lost Firefighter Robert “Bobby” Kilduff Jr., a 24-year veteran and third-generation firefighter, who fell from the third floor while battling a...

Mayor Wu's $43,000 salary hike to $250,000 was upheld in a 9-3 council vote, with Councilor Sharon Durkan arguing it prevents politicians from turning to theft or kickbacks amid a $70 million budget shortfall.

City Council Actions

• 🔥 May as Bike Month: The Boston City Council declared May as Bike Month, recognizing cycling benefits and partnerships...

The Boston City Council has officially designated May 17–23, 2026, as National EMS Week to honor the dedication of nearly 400 Boston EMS workers who...

Surveillance footage from Dorchester District Court shows a Wednesday brawl that began with one punch and ended with five arrests of suspects aged 17-20. After being handcuffed, one suspect kicked another and spat on an officer instead.

Boston City Council has declared May as Bike Month, recognizing cycling's health and environmental benefits while honoring former Mayor Menino's...

Boston police arrested 21-year-old Chivaugn Nettles on Friday for the May 12 Dorchester shooting that injured one and damaged homes and cars on Dacia...

The Boston City Council voted to support a 3% annual COLA and raise the base from $15,000 to $18,000 for city retirees. The move, introduced by...

Autodesk renewed its 73,420-square-foot lease at the Innovation and Design Building, keeping its Technology Center and BUILD prototyping space active...

The Boston City Council Committee on Ways and Means holds a hearing Thursday on Mayor Michelle Wu's $47.1 million proposal for snow and winter...

Public Safety Developments

• 🔥 Fatal Dorchester Shooting: A person died after being shot overnight near 260 Bowdoin St. in Dorchester, with...

Boston police responded around 1 a.m. to reports of a shooting at 260 Bowdoin St. in Dorchester, finding a man with a fatal gunshot wound. He was...

Mayor Wu announced a summer safety plan on May 20 targeting gun violence reduction and youth engagement through paid jobs for Boston Public Schools...

Sharon Williams steps into the top aviation role at Massport on July 1 after 30-plus years, bringing deep operational experience as Logan tackles a...

Boston City Council voted to keep recent salary increases, with pay rising from $103,500 to $115,000 in 2024, then $120,000 in 2025 and $125,000 in 2026. Councilors including Erin Murphy defended the hikes as scrutiny grows.

Court officers at Dorchester District Court swiftly ended Monday’s brawl, arresting five people as shown in video released through a public records request. The quick response highlights strong courtroom security amid families and bystanders present.