Politicians and Boston locals enjoyed musical performances, speeches, and plenty of roasts at the annual event, a Boston political institution for decades.

State Sen. Nick Collins is confident that changes to the security plan will prevent a repeat of last year's scene at the St. Patrick's Day parade.

This year’s St. Patrick's Day breakfast was a bit more somber than years past due to Massachusetts’ position on the national stage, WBUR’s Anthony Brooks reports. Still, there were a few chuckle-worthy moments.