Staff Writer at Boston Magazine
Spencer Buell is a staff writer for Boston, covering news, politics, technology, the T, legal weed, french fries, bears, Brady, and beer. He used to be a news reporter for Metro Boston and the Arlington Advocate.
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It’s Finally Happening: Pot Shops Cleared to Open in Massachusetts
The first can open their doors on Tuesday.
The Ultimate Ranking of Bears in Boston
The 13 bears of Boston, in order.
ACLU Wants More Info on How a Boston Police Database Helps ICE
How does a database of gang members in Boston assist in deportations? The ACLU wants to know.
Boston Calling Is Selling Holiday Pre-Sale Tickets
They’ll be available Cyber Monday.
When to Drive (and When Not to Drive) on Thanksgiving
Google Maps’ annual report on avoiding the worst of the Turkey Day traffic is out.
Kirk Minihane Is Out at WEEI, Will Launch His Own Show
He’ll be hosting a program on Radio.com.
The Citgo Sign Will (Probably) Finally Become a Landmark
It cleared a big hurdle Tuesday night.
The First Snow of the Season Is on Its Way to Boston
Forecasters say 1-2 inches will fall on Thursday.
I Tried It: Curling at the Liberty Hotel
It’s a bite-size taste of the real thing, with spiked hot cider and a “curling concierge.”
State Rep: The Democratic Party Is “Straight-Up Racist”
On a panel of black women who won elections this year, Nika Elugardo says the party left them behind.
UMass Boston Has a Serious Dorm Problem on Its Hands
Is this Dorchester or Sochi?
Jonny Sun’s New Art Project Is a Sitcom, Starring You
It features a laugh track powered by artificial intelligence.
Photos: Inside the Plans for the New and Improved TD Garden
The $100 million project includes a brand new entrance and a slate of ritzier accommodations.
Steve Wynn Is Suing the Massachusetts Gaming Commission
The disgraced casino mogul wants to block the release of an investigative report.
We’re, Like, This Close to the First Pot Shops
Two testing facilities are ready to go. It’s the home stretch, people.