BOSTON - Marathon Bombings (including news conferences)

"Boston on High Alert After Deadly Blasts Rock Marathon Finish Line" PBS Newshour 4/15/2013

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SUMMARY:  The 2013 Boston Marathon was marked by blood and chaos when two explosions went off near the finish line, injuring scores of people and killing two.  Gwen Ifill reports on this developing story, including whether a third Boston explosion is connected and how other major cities are taking precautions.

"Obama: Anyone Responsible for Boston Bombs Will Feel 'Full Weight of Justice'" PBS Newshour 4/15/2013

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SUMMARY:  After the explosions, President Barack Obama spoke at the White House about the events in Boston, the spirit of its citizens and the state holiday Patriots' Day.  Stephen Murphy of the Boston City Council offers an eyewitness account to Gwen Ifill, including seeing the fireball blast and the team effort shown by first-responders.

Press Conference Updates Boston Marathon Explosions
PBS Newshour 4/15/2013 (13:44)


Mayor Tom Menino at FBI Press Conference:  'Boston Will Overcome'
PBS Newshour 4/15/2013 (28:39)