City Politics
Homeless Court’s Move To Harvard Square Brings Improved Accessibility
The Cambridge District Homeless Court has begun holding sessions at its new location in the First Parish Church, at the corner of Massachusetts Ave. and Church Street.
Discussion with Chiefs
William "Bill" Scott, San Francisco's Chief of Police, speaks during a panel at the Kennedy School with the Police Chiefs of Minneapolis and Detroit Thursday afternoon.
Cambridge City Council Prepares For Climate Change
The Cambridge City Council discussed proposed measures to mitigate the effects of climate change at a working meeting on Monday.
City Council Demands Schedule for Harvard Square Theater Development
Vice Mayor Jan Devereux and Cambridge City Councillor Dennis J. Carlone sponsored the legislation. The order is largely symbolic and has no power to force Chan’s hand.
Mayor McGovern Establishes Immigration Defense Fund
Mayor Marc C. McGovern and the Cambridge Community Foundation announced the creation of the Cambridge Legal Defense Fund for Immigrants Monday afternoon.
Two City Councillors Start ‘Women Are Here’ Podcast
In the podcast, Mallon and Siddiqui shared their experiences as women legislators.
Despite Resident Discontent, Gore St. Construction to Continue
Despite Cambridge residents’ frustrations surrounding construction plans to renovate Gore St., City Council announced Monday that construction would proceed as planned.
Central Square
The Central Square subway station offers a fast and easy way to get to the shops around Central Square. Cambridge City Council voted Monday to commission a feasibility study for a Business Improvement District in Central Square.
Planning Board Asks Developer to Modify Plans for Harvard Sq. Mall
The Cambridge Planning Board asked Regency Centers Corporation to re-submit its proposal for a Harvard Sq. mall.
In Allston, Mixed Feelings Over Univ. Funding for West Station
In the wake of the University’s pledge some Allston and Brighton residents said they were thrilled by the promised influx of Harvard money. Others were less optimistic.
Committee Delays Recommendation on Harvard Square Restrictions
In a meeting that ultimately ended without an official recommendation, Cambridge City officials and residents debated the merits of a controversial zoning petition.
Harvard Increases Funding for West Station to $50 Million
The University also promised up to $8 million to help construct another, interim transportation station in Allston in a letter sent to the Mass. Dept. of Transportation.
Boston Enters Round Two of Amazon HQ Search
Amazon named Boston as one of 20 finalists in its search for a second headquarters earlier this month, after both city and Harvard leaders said they support the bid.
EdX Partners with Microsoft, GE to Provide Subsidized Courses
Harvard and MIT's digital learning platform edX is partnering with Microsoft and GE to provide Mass. residents with subsidized online courses and guaranteed job interviews.
