The bridge being named for Russell spans the same body of water as another crossing named for a Boston sports legend, the Ted Williams Tunnel, which was part of the infamous Big Dig.

The bridge, now under construction, spans the Charles River and connects Charlestown to the West End and North End near TD Garden. The bridge is currently being replaced after more than a century.

The North Washington Street Bridge replaced what was long known by the locals as the Charlestown Bridge. Today, with Mayor Michelle Wu, Russell, and a cadre of dignitaries on hand, the structure ...

Boston to rename bridge for late Celtics legend Bill ... The North Washington Street Bridge connecting Charlestown with the city's West and North ends — about a block from TD Garden — has ...

A bridge in the heart of Boston is being renamed for Boston Celtics legend and civil rights pioneer Bill Russell, the city announced Friday. The North Washington Street Bridge connecting ...