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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

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Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Rabbi Yosef Jazklos rise 22 feet into the air to light the menorah on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023.

Annual menorah lighting marks the first night of Hanukkah and casts a beacon of hope amid rising anti-semitism

By Margaux Jubin, Staff Writer / December 13, 2023

The Chabad of Downtown Boston held its 40th annual menorah lighting on Dec. 7, drawing in hundreds of Boston’s Jewish community members.  Standing...

Boston City Council

City council floats creation of climate superfund

By Iselin Bratz and DJ Mara / December 13, 2023

At its Dec. 6 meeting, the Boston City Council deliberated on several significant issues, from supporting the creation of a climate superfund to granting...

MBTA's Park Street Station.

MBTA Green Line closure lengthens commute times for students

By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer / December 6, 2023

Between Nov. 27 to Dec. 6, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) closed the Green Line for necessary repairs and to eliminate slow zones....

Tremont Street at night.

Emerson students reflect on dull nightlife

By Sam Shipman, Staff Writer / December 6, 2023

Given Boston’s reputation as one of the safest cities in the country and its status as a “college city” with over 150,000 students enrolled in one...

Performers and viewers of the event join on stage to light the tree on Boston Common on Thursday, Nov. 30.

Boston Common celebrates various festivities during Holiday Tree Lighting

By Bryan Hecht and Sam Shipman / December 6, 2023

A cold night was turned warm with friendship in the heart of Boston last week. On Thursday night, the Boston Common lawn had a stage festively adorned...

Boston City Hall. (Ashlyn Wang/Beacon Staff)

City Council floats creation of committee on domestic violence

By DJ Mara, Staff Writer / December 5, 2023

The Boston City Council discussed several topics at its meeting on Nov. 29, ranging from updating the ordinance on non-motorized street food carts to creating...

Max Crumley-Effinger, assistant director of International Students Affairs, holds online OPT workshops for December 2023 graduates.

International students face unique challenges in finding post-graduate employment

By Emma Siebold, Staff Writer / November 29, 2023

Senior Melodie Baigun isn’t just nervous about finding a job after graduation—she’s terrified. Baigun is an international student from Buenos...

A man dressed as Santa Claus stands in front of the Nova Scotia tree and greets participants.

Dozens flock to Boston Common for annual Nova Scotian tree arrival tradition

By Sam Shipman and Bryan Hecht / November 29, 2023

The chilly air around the Boston Common Visitors Center resounded with Christmas music and holiday spirit last Tuesday morning. The occasion marked the...

Boston City Council

Boston City Council takes a stance on issues ranging from voting rights to income equality

By Iselin Bratz and DJ Mara / November 27, 2023

The Boston City Council took up consequential items at its meeting on Nov. 15. Discussion topics included expanding voting rights, welcoming a guaranteed...

A vote sign near the Boston Common. (Yufei Meng/Beacon Staff)

Boston City Council Election Day voting turnout shows decrease from last year

By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer / November 15, 2023

On Tuesday, Nov. 7, Americans all across the country had the opportunity to vote for their elected city officials, specifically city council members. Boston...

Boston City Council makes strides to address the Mass and Cass crisis

Boston City Council makes strides to address the Mass and Cass crisis

By Iselin Bratz, Staff Writer / November 15, 2023

In the past two weeks, an ordinance approving tent bans and a grant for the funding of pre and post-arrest diversion of substance users to treatment have...

Protesters chant against Kamala Harris outside the Ritz-Carlton hotel during the vice president's visit to Boston on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. (Ashlyn Wang/Beacon Staff)

Inside and Outside the Ritz Carlton: Kamala Harris’ Boston Visit

By Merritt Hughes and Sam Lawrence / November 14, 2023

Vice President Kamala Harris visited Boston on Nov. 9 to speak at Pipefitters Local 537, highlighting the importance of apprenticeship programs and union...

Campaign signs hang from the street lamps outside of the Chinatown YMCA where voters cast their ballots.

New faces set to join Boston City Council

By DJ Mara, Staff Writer / November 13, 2023

Election Day in Boston has again come and gone, with many new faces set to join the City Council come January. The race for City Council At-Large was...

Members of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts march from the Boston Public Library to City Hall Plaza in the parade on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Ashlyn Wang/Beacon Staff)

Photos: Boston Veterans Parade honors those who’ve served

By Ashlyn Wang and Yufei Meng / November 12, 2023

Boston hosted its annual Veterans Parade on Saturday, Nov. 3, to pay tribute to current and former military service members. The parade, scheduled on the...

Albert “Trey” Fuccillo. (Photo courtesy of Grace Kinney)

21-year-old Trey Fuccillo elected as Marlborough Ward 6 city councilor

By Hannah Nguyen, News Editor / November 8, 2023

Albert “Trey” Fuccillo was elected as a Marlborough Ward 6 city council member at the age of 21, making him one of the youngest city councilors in...

A spectator videotapes the parade as marchers begin marching from the Boston Public Library on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Ashlyn Wang/Beacon Staff)

Mayor Wu, city officials, honor Boston veterans at Salute to Service Parade

By Sam Shipman and Bryan Hecht / November 8, 2023

Boston was awash with marching band music and American flags on Saturday afternoon as hundreds gathered along the mile-and-a-half-long route of Boston’s...

Awaiting the results, the four-legged candidate is making the final case for the "Best Puppy Eyes" award. (Jack Burns for The Beacon)

Photos: Dog lovers rejoice: The best moments from the Doggone Pet Parade

By Jack Burns / November 5, 2023

Dog lovers showed off their beloved canines on Saturday, Oct. 28, at the annual Doggone Pet Parade in Downtown Crossing. The parade was judged in multiple...

A rally-goer holds up a sign that reads “Apartheid Wasn’t Okay In South Africa. It Wasn’t Okay In Nazi Germany. Why Is It Okay In Palestine?” on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, in Copley Square.

Thousands gather at Copley Square to march for Palestine

By Amin S. Lotfi, Staff Writer / November 1, 2023

On Wednesday, Oct. 25, an estimated 2,000 people gathered at Copley Square to call for an end to the occupation of Palestine and for an end to U.S. aid...

Two posters displaying the names of Palestinian families and children killed in Israel's response to the Oct. 7 attacks. Individuals gather at The Embrace statue on Boston Common to mourn the civilians lost in the bombings in Palestine.

Emerson students hold vigil to mourn the lives lost in Gaza hospital blast

By Sabrina Lam, Staff Writer / November 1, 2023

Editor's note: This story has been updated to remove the names of sources who requested to remain anonymous due to safety concerns. Although their names...

The Prifti family strolls through the parade with their Corgi, Bookie, leading the way.

Wholesome Halloweekend Fun: The Doggone Pet Parade

By Margaux Jubin and Jack Burns / November 1, 2023

“Best Dog and Child Duo” winner Suzan Paik walked hand-in-hand with her two children through the center of the Doggone Pet Parade on Saturday. Her...