There's a crowded field of candidates looking to represent District 7 on the Boston City Council this fall. Voters will narrow that group down during the municipal preliminary election, which is underway...

As Boston approaches municipal elections, the housing crisis persists across the city. Every candidate has their own opinions and policies for addressing it, but The Scope heard from expert housing advocates...

Voters in Boston will head to the polls in just a few weeks to narrow down the field of candidates for mayor and city council. The city’s preliminary municipal elections will be held on Tuesday, Sept....

At a small business-centered forum last Tuesday, questions about fortifying local businesses, increasing foot traffic, and fostering art and culture proved how committed District 7 city council candidates...

The Scope covers elections every year, and as a hyper-local outlet, an odd number year is particularly exciting: It’s when Boston residents get to vote for mayor and city councilors.  Our goal is...

Viergelyn Chery-Reed and Michelle Reed cast their vote at the Yawkey Boys and Girls Club of Roxbury on Tuesday morning. Their two young children, each clutching stuffed animals, stood beside them on the...

While the country’s eyes focus on the presidential election, Boston residents are closely watching to see the results of the five Massachusetts ballot questions, with many wanting to do away with the...

Despite unseasonably warm weather and occasional sprinkles on Tuesday, Boston voters headed to their nearest polling stations to cast their ballots for City Council, motivated by issues of gentrification,...

Boston residents across the city flocked to vote on Tuesday, seeking to cast their ballots in the preliminary City Council election that were about housing, education, and controversial candidates. Reporters...