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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

The Daily Free Press

Students in front of scene

Rafik B. Hariri Building evacuated after suspicious package reported to BUPD

Taylor Brokesh September 26, 2022
Boston University Rafik B. Hariri Building was evacuated Monday afternoon due a suspicious package investigated by the BUPD and BPD.
Fenway Library

Students react to lack of library on Boston University Fenway campus

Taylor Hawthorne September 26, 2022
Boston University Fenway Campus Library on 132 Riverway permanently closed, University in search of alternative spots for additional study spaces for its residents.
Orange Line

MBTA Orange Line officially reopens, riders have mixed reactions

Julia Goujiamanis September 26, 2022
With the Orange Line reopening, some riders have a mixed reaction. Replacements and upgrades made to Orange Line after long shutdown.
XR die in

Die-In Protesters Stop Traffic and Demand Climate Action at Government Center

Macie Parker September 26, 2022
Extinction Rebellion Protestors protested in the streets of Boston on Sept. 20 for more climate change action. More protests from the organization followed.
Hot Pot

Shu Da Xia Hotpot opened after delayed construction due to COVID-19

Xiaoya Shao September 25, 2022
Shu Da Xia Hotpot located at 580 Commonwealth Avenue in operation after prolonged construction due to COVID-19.
SMED

Seven-Year Liberal Arts and Medical Education Program stops accepting applicants

Ava Berger September 25, 2022
Boston University Seven-Year Liberal Arts/Medical Education program has stopped admitting students for the 2022-2023 application cycle, final decision regarding dissolution planned to be made this within a month.
Greater Boston food bank

Food injustice concerns growing in Boston since pandemic

Jennifer Small September 23, 2022
Amid growing concerns about living expenses, declining incomes and inflation, Boston residents are experiencing increased food prices, insecurity and inaccessibility.
Haymarket

Hilton hotel continues to negotiate storage dispute with Haymarket Pushcart Association

Xiaoya Shao September 23, 2022
The Haymarket Pushcart Association are in discussions with Hilton-brand hotel Canopy regarding the vendors’ storage space. 
Starbucks protest

Commonwealth Avenue Starbucks stakeout ends, contradicting perspectives from corporate and union

Fiona Broadie September 23, 2022
The Starbucks workers striking at 874 Commonwealth Avenue concluded their picket line on Monday night, prompting claims of "victory" and status quo.
The Boston University College of Fine Arts sign. ERIN BILLINGS/ DFP FILE

BREAKING NEWS: Stabbing reported at College of Fine Arts

Talia Lissauer September 23, 2022
Boston University Police Department responded to an altercation at 855 Com Ave.
Martha's Vineyard migrants

Martha’s Vineyard migrant crisis continues as questions are raised about what’s next

Matthew Eadie September 22, 2022
Now that the migrants flown into Martha's Vineyard have been relocated to Cape Cod, Boston officials and advocates prepare for more, facing uncertainty.
Fire in Allston

Fire in Allston leaves $3 million in damage, several local businesses temporarily close

Ruihan Yang September 22, 2022
A fire in Allston destroys several restaurants and stores, temporarily closing them for weeks to come.
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