WBUR-FM (Boston, MA)

WBUR-FM (90.9 FM) is a public radio station based in Boston, Massachusetts, and is owned by Boston University. It is the largest of the three NPR member stations in the Boston area, alongside WGBH and WUMB-FM. WBUR creates various nationally recognized programs such as Car Talk, On Point, Only A Game, Here and Now, and Open Source. It also previously aired The Connection until it was canceled on August 5, 2005. In 2007, WBUR introduced RadioBoston, which is its sole local program. The station promotes itself as "Boston's NPR News Station."

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Celtics writer Bob Ryan on Tatum's injury, team's future

14 hours ago | wbur.org | Tiziana Dearing |Rob Lane

HomeLocal CoverageCeltics writer Bob Ryan on Tatum's injury, team's futureBoston Globe correspondent Bob Ryan joins WBUR's Morning Edition to discuss the future of the Boston Celtics following Jason Tatum's devastating injury in Game 4 against the New York Knicks. This segment airs on May 14, 2025. Audio will be available after the broadcast.
How reincarnation binds Syria's Druze community together

1 day ago | wbur.org | Jane Arraf

HomeRadioHere & NowHow reincarnation binds Syria's Druze community togetherIn Syria's large Druze minority, a belief in reincarnation binds the community together. NPR’s Jane Arraf reports. This segment airs on May 13, 2025. Audio will be available after the broadcast.
The Michelin Guide is coming to Boston. Why does it matter?

1 day ago | wbur.org | Nik DeCosta-Klipa

The Michelin Guide is coming to Boston. Why does it matter? Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. Starry guide surprise: The Michelin Guide is officially coming to Boston. In fact, it's sort of already here.
'We need to be vigilant': Healey on recent ICE action in Mass.

1 day ago | wbur.org | Tiziana Dearing |Rob Lane

HomeLocal Coverage'We need to be vigilant': Healey on recent ICE action in Mass. Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey joins WBUR's Morning Edition to discuss the release of Tufts graduate student Rümeysa Öztürk from federal immigration detention, and share her thoughts on a series of recent high-profile ICE actions in the state. This segment airs on May 13, 2025. Audio will be available after the broadcast.
'People are going to die': Healey on proposed Medicaid cuts

1 day ago | wbur.org | Tiziana Dearing |Rob Lane

'People are going to die': Healey on proposed Medicaid cutsMassachusetts Gov. Maura Healey joins WBUR's Morning Edition to discuss a proposal by U.S. House Republicans to slash hundreds of billions in Medicaid funding. Healey also addressed the nearly $600 million gap between her plan to fund the MBTA, and the T funding plan the state Senate has put forth. This segment airs on May 13, 2025. Audio will be available after the broadcast.
Mass. antisemitism commission faces scrutiny

2 days ago | wbur.org | Stephanie Brown |Lisa Mullins

Members of a Massachusetts legislative commission tasked with combating antisemitism pushed back against criticisms levied by scores of rabbis and Jewish community members.
How the Trump administration's defense policies are affecting women in service

2 days ago | wbur.org | Jonathan Chang |Meghna Chakrabarti

How the Trump administration's defense policies are affecting women in servicePlay44:59Download AudioEmbed on your websiteClose×Copy the code below to embed the WBUR audio player on your site<iframe width="100%" height="124" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" src="https://player.wbur.org/onpoint/2025/05/12/trump-defense-policies-women-military"></iframe>Copy embed codeFILE - In this Aug. 21, 2015 file photo, U.S. Army Capt.
Good eats for tough times: 3 meals that center beans and lentils

2 days ago | wbur.org | Kathy Gunst

Good eats for tough times: 3 meals that center beans and lentilsBlack beans and chorizo with tortillas, radishes and lime. (Kathy Gunst/Here & Now)The price of groceries has skyrocketed. Eggs cost more than $5 a dozen. Poultry and produce costs are on the rise. For many, it’s a time to make changes in the way they shop. And while it may sound like a bit of a cliche to suggest beans and lentils to those wanting to lower their food costs, there’s a lot to recommend about them.
How artificial intelligence is changing hiring practices in Mass.

2 days ago | wbur.org | Stephanie Brown |Tiziana Dearing

Stephanie Brown Producer, Agile Production TeamStephanie Brown is a producer for WBUR's agile production team. More…How artificial intelligence is changing hiring practices in Mass.
Beyond Lyme: Other tick-borne diseases Mass. health officials want you to look out for

2 days ago | wbur.org | Hanna Ali

Beyond Lyme: Other tick-borne diseases Mass. health officials want you to look out forEditor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. The inimitable Jennifer Coolidge gave Emerson College’s commencement speech on Sunday, and passed along a few words of wisdom from to start off your week: “Friggin’ go for it!"Now, let's get to the news:PSA: May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month.