Bill Rodgers, who grew up in Newington and attended Wesleyan University, won his first Boston Marathon in an American record ...

WBUR's Lynn Jolicoeur joined Rodgers along the marathon route and spoke with him about Boston's role in his storied running ...

Era of American road running, Bill Rodgers, also known as “Boston Billy” — the blond elfish Bambi-striding anchor of Bill ...

Boston Marathon legend Bill Rodgers is marking 50 years since his first win on Boylston Street in 1975. In the aftermath of that victory, Rodgers would go on to win both the Boston and New York City ...

In 1980, Rosie Ruiz was crowned the female winner of the Boston Marathon. But the Cuban runner was not known in marathon circles and her victory instantly raised eyebrows.

Boston Marathon legends Bill Rodgers and Bob Hall will serve as grand marshals for the 129th race, marking milestones in their storied running careers.

Boston Marathon legends Bill Rodgers and Bob Hall will serve as grand marshals for the 129th race, celebrating Rodgers’ 50th anniversary of his first win.