Were Paul Revere’s political cartoons more influential than his midnight ride?
The Bostonian is best known for his perilous horseback journey 250 years ago. But scholars say his art helped fan the flames of dissent.

Boston's theater standouts recognized with annual Elliot Norton Awards
“The Grove” and “Gatsby” received 10 nominations apiece.
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GBH Daily: Inside a car dealership waiting for tariffs
“The tariffs, the tariffs, the tariffs.” -
Northeastern, Emerson, Berklee students are latest to lose visas
More Boston-area international student visas have been revoked, including 40 students and recent graduates from Northeastern University. -
Wu says federal cuts could mean slashing city services, hiring freeze for Boston
The Boston mayor also encouraged the city’s major institutions to resist Trump. -
Higher education board considers three-year bachelor's degrees
Three-year bachelor's degrees are starting to gain traction around the country as a more affordable option for students in certain designated areas of study. -
Boston Councilor Fernandes Anderson resigns, intends to plead guilty in federal fraud case
Fernandes Anderson, who represents Roxbury, Dorchester, Fenway and part of the South End, was indicted in December on fraud charges.
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