boston marathon explosions

How Safe Are We? [POLL]
How Safe Are We? [POLL]
How Safe Are We? [POLL]
After the Boston Marathon Bombings, Americans across the country are a bit shaken up and questions regarding marathon security are arising.  Every major event since the bombings have had extra security.
Officials Say Boston Marathon Bombs Likely Pressure Cookers Packed with Nails, Ball Bearings
Officials Say Boston Marathon Bombs Likely Pressure Cookers Packed with Nails, Ball Bearings
Officials Say Boston Marathon Bombs Likely Pressure Cookers Packed with Nails, Ball Bearings
Boston (AP) — Federal authorities say the person or persons responsible for yesterday's attack on the Boston Marathon likely used ordinary pressure cookers packed with shrapnel such as nails, metal shards or ball bearings. And the devices were left on the ground in bags or backpacks made of nylon.
Boston Marathon Explosions: How You Can Help
Boston Marathon Explosions: How You Can Help
Boston Marathon Explosions: How You Can Help
Three people were killed and more than 100 injured on Monday afternoon when two explosions went off near the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Rescue organizations have gathered to help and at the the tragic scene, but how can you help? The Huffington Post has put together a helpful list of ways:
[UPDATE] Louisiana Residents Registered in the Boston Marathon, 12 from Shreveport and Bossier City
[UPDATE] Louisiana Residents Registered in the Boston Marathon, 12 from Shreveport and Bossier City
[UPDATE] Louisiana Residents Registered in the Boston Marathon, 12 from Shreveport and Bossier City
 Several locals who ran the 2013 Boston Marathon are reported to be unharmed. Of the 10 Shreveport and Bossier City natives who actually started (12 were registered), we've heard that many, including Wallace Robertson and Jeff Thomas, finished the race prior to the explosions and were not injured. Four of the Shreveport runners, however, currently only have halfway times listed by the Boston Athle