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In Boston Calling Extortion Trial, Ex-Walsh Aide Describes Defendant As 'Rookie' — Not Mastermind
'Hiring a few guys.' Is it an accommodation or extortion? -
Boston Calling Trial: Former Rock 'N' Roller Turned Mayoral Aid Testifies
Prosecutors appear to put great stock in the fact that Joyce Linehan wrote Walsh a memo about the concert dispute. -
Daughter-In-Law Of Former Mayor Menino Takes Stand In Extortion Trial Of Walsh Administration Officials
Kenneth Brissette and Timothy Sullivan are accused of extorting the Boston Calling music festival. Both have pleaded not guilty. -
In Boston Calling Extortion Trial, Key Prosecution Witness Says He Didn't Think Defendants Meant Harm
CEO Brian Appel conceded that he and his partners were open to union labor in negotiating a better deal with city. -
Boston Calling CEO Takes Stand In City Hall Extortion Case
Brian Appel testified to conversation about union labor when, days before festival's start, it still lacked permits. -
As Prosecutors Build Case In Boston Calling Trial, Defense Offers Different View Of Defendants
A witness for the prosecution says helping unions wasn't part of the job. -
City Hall Aides Sought 'Payback' For Unions Loyal To Walsh, Prosecutors Say
“The defendants had a lawful purpose …. To make sure the [rock] festival comes off without a union picket,” said the defense. -
Jury Seated, Trial Of Walsh Aides Accused Of Extortion Set To Begin
Fedreal Prosecutors Say Kenneth Brissette and Timothy Sullivan illegally pressured the Boston Calling music festival into hiring union labor. -
City Council President Releases New Education Plan
Andrea Campbell has released an action plan that aims to improve equity across Boston's school system. -
It's A 'Direct Attack On Everything We Stand For As A City,' Walsh Says Of MFA Controversy
Mayor Walsh said he knows Boston's record on diversity and race is not perfect, but he's dedicated to fixing the problem.
