Sue O'Connell is a political commentator, analyst and courtroom insider for NBC10 Boston, bringing more than three decades of journalism experience to the stories that define how Bostonians understand justice, politics and public life.
A four-time New England Emmy Award winner, Sue is featured in NBC10 Boston's "Canton Confidential: The Karen Read Murder Trial" — also streaming on Peacock — as well as NBC's "TODAY," "Dateline" and "A Body in the Snow: The Trial of Karen Read." She also served as courtroom insider for "Commonwealth Confidential," NBC10 Boston's coverage of the Brian Walshe murder trial.
Sue is a regular contributor to GBH's Boston Public Radio and is co-publisher of Bay Windows and The South End News.
Sue grew up in Revere and now lives in Boston with her daughter, where she enjoys avoiding encounters with coyotes and turkeys on her long walks with their dog Maude.
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Dozens gather for silent rally in support of Lindsay Clancy outside courthouse
A silent rally, Stand In Peace For Lindsay, was held outside the Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial Thursday. Here’s what we heard from people participating.
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After nearly 7 weeks at war in Iran, what is the United States' next move?
The United States’ and Israel’s war with Iran is approaching the seven-week mark, with a shaky ceasefire deal now less than a week away from expiring and the risk of a widening conflict still looming large.
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The Iran war: How did we get here and what happens next?
Iran has launched its latest wave of retaliatory strikes, aimed at Israel as well as U.S. military sites in countries around the the region.
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City of Boston and Kraft Group reach agreement on Everett soccer stadium
A soccer stadium in Everett, Massachusetts, is one step closer to becoming a reality.
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States sue Trump admin. in Mass. over suspension of SNAP food aid benefits
With the deadline for funding SNAP benefits approaching, a group of attorneys general and governors has sued the Trump administration.
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Analysis: How AI turned the Boston Common ‘No Kings' protest into fake news
Let me tell you about Saturday on Boston Common. Thousands showed up for the “No Kings” protest—a massive, peaceful demonstration. Drone and helicopter footage captured the crowds. Local stations covered it live. Thousands of photos were taken and posted. It was an event happening in real life. Then the internet decided it wasn’t. Within hours, social media exploded with...
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Analysis: Boston reminds America what revolution actually looks like
When protesters gather on the Boston Common for Saturday’s “No Kings” rally, they’re not doing anything new. They’re doing something very, very old, political commentator Sue O’Connell writes.
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Wu vs. Kraft: How 2025 race for Boston mayor compares to recent elections
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s lead over Josh Kraft coming out of of the 2025 preliminary election eclipses what Marty Walsh and Tom Menino had in their recent reelection bids.
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Wu, Kraft advance in Boston's preliminary mayoral election — see the results
Incumbent Michelle Wu and Josh Kraft are advancing to the final round of Boston’s mayoral election, NBC News projects. Watch their election night speeches.
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Juror opens up in interview after Karen Read trial
Paula Prado, who was Juror 11 in the retrial against Karen Read, shares her thoughts after reaching a verdict this week.
