Brian Swett will be Boston's first chief climate officer. The role will oversee address climate change efforts across city departments.Por WBUR

"The people out on the floor are the heart of the operation; without them, we can't get our product out the door," Ahead's Tracy Silvia said. "They don't deserve the reputation or bad rap they get for being immigrants."Por WBUR

It's Marathon Monday, and tens of thousands of runners will make their way along the historic 26.2-mile race route. We'll provide live updates throughout the day, including details on how you can join the throngs of spectators cheering the racers on.Por WBUR

Officials are locked in fight over who has the power to transfer city-owned properties. It could be up to a judge to decide who's right.Por WBUR

Beyond the challenge of racing 26.2 miles, participants often face another hurdle: the unpredictable New England weather. While this year's Marathon Monday forecast does not look completely ideal for runners because it will be on the mild side, it's certainly not going to feature anything extreme. Spectators will enjoy a beautiful day.…

WBUR's Alex Ashlock talks about the runners to watch and other key details spectators should keep in mind ahead of the marathon Monday.Por WBUR

On a mild, sunny afternoon earlier this month, grown-ups and children in the playground shared their thoughts about Martin's Park with WBUR's Weekend Edition for this audio postcard.Por WBUR

Barbara Moran, 53, has run five marathons, but the last one was 20 years ago. She gave up running regularly when arthritis began eating away at her knees. What if she could run one more? When Barb started training for Boston, she thought she was trying to hold onto her younger self. Instead, she grew.…

Chris Troyanos has helped race medicine evolve, from how runners are treated for heat stroke to 'massive' planning with hospitals and health officials.Por WBUR

Twenty years after the 2004 Sox snapped an 86-year championship drought, fans were commemorating that improbable win, even as they worried this season will disappoint.Por WBUR

As part of the New England News Collaborative, reporters spoke with several viewers across Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. They captured the joy, awe and emotion of the rare celestial event.Por WBUR

For the many who'll remain far away from the eclipse's 'path of totality,' a 17-year-old science enthusiast hopes to offer a digital front row seat — in the form of a high-resolution livestream of the event viewed from Burlington, Vermont.Por WBUR

Closing pitcher, Keith Foulke, along with the rest of the 2004 championship-winning Red Sox team will be honored at Fenway Park for the home opener on Tuesday. Foulke took some time to chat with WBUR's Weekend Edition about the legendary post-season.Por WBUR

The ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain expects 1500 visitors for its eclipse event that's been in the works for a year.Por WBUR

The horror writer was born in Boston in 1809, then died 40 years later — destitute and delirious — in Baltimore. Poe’s final days are being conjured by the Boston Modern Orchestra Project in "The Voyage of Edgar Allan Poe."Por WBUR

It is a frustrating reality for primary care providers and patients alike. Many people are waiting longer to see their doctors — often weeks or months, if they can find an appointment at all — even as clinicians say they are trying to help all the patients they can.Por WBUR

Lucchino's former colleague and friend, Charles Steinberg, was executive vice president of the Sox. He remembered his friend as a visionary who went "five for five" in building or transforming iconic baseball stadiums, including Fenway Park.Por WBUR

The city’s old, sprawling greenhouse is located in Franklin Park, made up of 16 structures housing thousands of plants. Boston is one of the only major cities that has its own greenhouse and focuses on homegrown landscaping.Por WBUR

Samaritans answers calls made to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, as well as running a dedicated text support service for young people, community suicide prevention education and grief support programs. The local center has answered more than 3 million calls, chats and text messages since its founding 50 years ago.…

A year into her role as chair, Carnavale is raising money, righting the MassGOP's finances and looking to unify a divided party, even as she faces pushback from the party's pro-Trump flank.Por WBUR