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Prosecution rests in Karen Read trial, defense gets case Friday
The prosecution rested its case Thursday in the Karen Read trial. Her attorneys will begin calling witnesses Friday.
Crash expert in Karen Read trial is prosecution's final witness
The Karen Read trial is back in a Massachusetts courtroom as a crash reconstructionist completed his testimony and the prosecution rested its case.
Judge to block Trump effort to restrict foreign students at Harvard
A federal judge said she plans to grant a preliminary injunction to stop the Trump administration from restricting foreign students from enrolling.
Harvard holds commencement amid school's Trump fight
Harvard's commencement is today as the school continues to battle President Trump over federal funding and international student enrollment.
Market Basket CEO Arthur T. Demoulas says suspension is "hostile takeover"
The longtime leader of Market Basket, CEO Arthur T. Demoulas, has been suspended while the company investigates his conduct.
Can more Accessory Dwelling Units help the housing crisis?
In Massachusetts, one of the answers to our housing crisis might be hiding in the backyard.
Rosary of boulders and chains in Holliston is so big you can walk through it
There's a Catholic shrine in Holliston, Massachusetts that has a rosary so large it's actually made of boulders and chains.
Allston "Rat City" residents search for solutions to rodent problem
Boston Inspectional Services toured parts of Allston with neighbors guiding them through the worst rat areas.
Trump administration yanks Moderna's bird flu vaccine research funding
The Trump administration has canceled $766 million awarded to Moderna to develop a vaccine against potential pandemic influenza viruses, including the H5N1 bird flu.
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A timeline of the Karen Read case
A look at the timeline of events in Karen Read's high-profile murder trial.
Can Trump give Harvard's funding to trade schools? It's not that easy
President Trump wants to divert federal funds from Harvard to trade schools.
Private investigators say Mass. State Police denying license renewals
Private investigators say the state police have been denying their license renewal applications.
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Mike "The Situation" on when he knew "Jersey Shore" changed his life, new season
Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino spoke to Joe Weil ahead of the premiere of the new season of "Jersey Shore: Family Vacation," which marks the 15th anniversary of the show.
Legends of "Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing" take on Australian Outback
Survivalists Matt Wright and Cheeny Plante, the latter of which is a New England native, spoke about what to expect for the new season on the Discovery Channel that begins this month.
The Red Sox are in a free fall. How does this get fixed?
In a season with high expectations, the Sox are 27-31 and have lost five straight. Dan Roche and Joe Weil discuss how they got here and what paths they can go to move forward.
Next Weather: WBZ midday forecast for May 29
Jacob Wycoff has your latest weather forecast.
Harvard celebrates Class of 2025 while judge allows school to keep admitting foreign students
Harvard President Alan Garber was met with applause when he told the Class of 2025 that Harvard welcomes people from around the world "just as it should be." WBZ-TV's Beth Germano reports.
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Private investigators say Mass. State Police denying license renewals
Longtime private investigators say the Massachusetts State Police have been denying their license renewal applications.
Family of State Police recruit who died during training demand answers
Enrique Delgado-Garcia was just weeks away from finishing his training at the Massachusetts State Police Academy when he was seriously injured in a boxing exercise and died.
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When will Roman Anthony get called up by Red Sox?
Roman Anthony is not going to fix the Boston Red Sox on his own. But it's time for the Red Sox to promote the top prospect in all of baseball.
Kristian Campbell might play some first base this weekend
The Red Sox might see a new side to rookie Kristian Campbell this weekend in Atlanta.
Stefon Diggs puts Mike Vrabel and Patriots in tough spot
The New England Patriots are taking a gamble on Stefon Diggs this season, and the move isn't off to the best start.
Brad Marchand heading back to Stanley Cup Final with Panthers
Brad Marchand is heading back to the Stanley Cup Final, but the former Boston Bruins captain admitted Wednesday night it will be a little odd to do so in a Florida Panthers sweater.
Durbin's sacrifice fly gives the Brewers a 6-5 win over the Red Sox
Caleb Durbin's sacrifice fly drove in the winning run for the Milwaukee Brewers, who earned a 6-5 victory over the Boston Red Sox in 10 innings.
Takeaways from Wednesday's Patriots OTAs session
The Patriots were back on the practice field on Wednesday, and WBZ-TV's Dan Roche looks at what the biggest takeaways from the voluntary session were.
Yelich's grand slam in the 10th lifts Brewers to 5-1 win over Red Sox
Christian Yelich hit a grand slam in the 10th inning for his first career-walk-off homer, giving the Milwaukee Brewers a 5-1 win over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night.
Red Sox trade Sean Newcomb to A's for cash considerations
Sean Newcomb's run with his hometown Red Sox has come to an end.
Celtics Mock NBA Draft roundup: Who could Boston take at No. 28?
Brad Stevens needs to add some young, inexpensive talent to the Celtics roster. He has a late first-round pick and early second-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft to help.
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Billy Joel cancels concert tour dates and reveals health diagnosis
Billy Joel canceled his upcoming tour, including all of his scheduled concerts up to early July 2026, after a recent diagnosis with the brain disorder normal pressure hydrocephalus.
Biden's "Cancer Moonshot" hit by cuts to research funding
The Trump administration's cuts to medical research grants have disrupted awards once backed by former President Joe Biden's "Cancer Moonshot" initiative.
East Boston facility now offering same-day mental health services
In East Boston, a new facility is offering people help for mental health as soon as they need it.
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Can more Accessory Dwelling Units help the housing crisis?
Building an Accessory Dwelling Unit has become much easier in Massachusetts and it may help the housing crisis.
What do ICE agents legally have to do when detaining someone?
What are ICE agents legally required to do when they're detaining someone in an immigration raid?
Is it time to get rid of the yearly car inspection?
Only 14 states require annual car safety inspections. One is New Hampshire where there's a push to end the process.
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Rosary of boulders and chains in Holliston is so big you can walk through it
There's a Catholic shrine in Holliston, Massachusetts that has a rosary so large it's actually made of boulders and chains.
There's a huge pond in Framingham where you can walk right through it
There's a large pond in Framingham, Massachusetts where you can walk right through the middle of it.
Fruit company now open more than 100 years, thanks to one family
A Fall River family is still doing the work that their great-great-grandfather began in the early 1900s.
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East Boston facility now offering same-day mental health services
In East Boston, a new facility is offering people help for mental health as soon as they need it.
Innovative ACL reconstruction now approved for patients as young as 7
The ACL surgery has been around for years, but now has been cleared for children as young as 7.
Adults self-diagnosing with ADHD due to social media, study says
A new study finds many adults are self-diagnosing with ADHD, mainly due to information and misinformation on social media.
Reconstructive surgery helps skin cancer patients look good as new
Surgeons at Mass Eye and Ear have found a creative way to make their skin cancer patients look good as new.
What is fluoride and why is it in our public water supply? Some top questions, answered.
Is fluoride actually good or bad for you? Dr. Mallika Marshall answers common questions about fluoride.
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Private investigators say Mass. State Police denying license renewals
Longtime private investigators say the Massachusetts State Police have been denying their license renewal applications.
Family of State Police recruit who died during training demand answers
Enrique Delgado-Garcia was just weeks away from finishing his training at the Massachusetts State Police Academy when he was seriously injured in a boxing exercise and died.
Woman gets $900 gift card for old cellphones with help from Call For Action
When a Braintree woman signed up for a deal with a new cellphone service provider, it included receiving a gift card for her old cellphones.
Lynn couple on brink of foreclosure saved by I-Team's Call For Action
A couple was days from being evicted from their home after the bank foreclosed on it. One call changed everything.
Nonprofit hospitals not providing financial support to patients, I-Team finds
An investigation by the I-Team revealed that nonprofit hospitals in Massachusetts aren't helping patients entitled to financial assistance.
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Keller: Healey cuts red tape for businesses but both sides want more
Gov. Maura Healey is cutting red tape for businesses but people from across the political spectrum want her to do more.
More needs to be done to support Mass. veterans, state secretary says
Massachusetts Secretary of Veterans' Services Jon Santiago said more needs to be done to support veterans in the state.
Keller: "Big, beautiful bill" could mean tax breaks for many in Mass.
The Republican tax cut bill making its way through Congress could include a large tax break for many people in Massachusetts.
Keller: Looking at the people and projects impacted by federal funding cuts
Massachusetts Gov. Healey's administration has created an online dashboard of federal funding cuts affecting state programs.
Inflation, unemployment in Mass. ahead of US levels. So who's to blame?
Inflation and unemployment in Massachusetts are running ahead of national levels. So who's to blame?
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New Hampshire bakery wins free speech case involving pastry mural
A New Hampshire town's attempt to force a bakery to remove or alter its pastry painting is unconstitutional, a judge ruled.
Waterfront restaurant on Cape Cod voted best in US
A Chatham, Massachusetts restaurant has been voted the best in the country for waterfront dining.
More Joann fabric stores close in Mass. and NH
Joann is closing more fabric stores in Massachusetts and New Hampshire as the retailer winds down operations.
Bertucci's files for bankruptcy again, closes more restaurants
Bertucci's has closed four restaurants in Massachusetts as it files for bankruptcy for the third time since 2018.
On Easter Sunday, here's which stores are open and what's closed
The Easter Sunday holiday means some grocery stores and retailers are closed today in Massachusetts, while others are open.
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Video of huge shark in Rhode Island invites "Jaws" comparisons
Video of a huge shark swimming around Rhode Island's Block Island on Memorial Day is going viral.
Lost boy found in swamp by police, K9 named "Meatball"
Police officers and a K9 named Meatball helped track down a missing boy in Merrimac, Massachusetts.
Unusual Boston home that was cut in half is now for sale
A unique home in Boston that went viral because the owner discovered it had once been cut in half is now for sale.
Critically endangered whales seen in Bahamas for first time ever
The New England Aquarium says there was an "extremely unusual sighting" of right whales in the Bahamas.
"Snow devil" seen on Mount Washington. Here's how they form.
Crews snapped a photo of a rare weather phenomenon known as a "snow devil" on New Hampshire's Mount Washington.
New England Living
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Maine Maritime Museum offers historic boat collection and lighthouse tours
The Maine Maritime Museum boasts an historic boat collection and multiple temporary and permanent exhibits.
Norwell business sells hand-poured candles inspired by New England
We visit a South Shore business known for its coastal themed home décor and handmade candles.
Combining bespoke luxury and state-of-the-art technology at a Weston estate
In one of Weston's most coveted neighborhoods we find this suburban estate blending modern architecture, luxury and technology.
Oyster farmer couple builds unique sea farm on their Duxbury property
We head to Duxbury to learn how one couple turned their dream business into their dream home.
The secret to making rotisserie-style chicken at home with Will Gilson
Chef Will Gilson joins Rachel Holt in the Test Kitchen for a lesson on making rotisserie-style chicken at home.
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Prosecution rests in high-profile Karen Read trial
The prosecution rested its case Thursday after dozens of witnesses in the Karen Read trial as her defense attorneys will now begin calling witnesses.
Judge to block Trump effort to restrict foreign students at Harvard
A federal judge said she plans to grant a preliminary injunction to stop the Trump administration from restricting foreign students from enrolling.
Watch Live: Harvard University commencement ceremony
Harvard University provided a livestream of today's graduation ceremony.
Rosary of boulders and chains in Holliston is so big you can walk through it
There's a Catholic shrine in Holliston, Massachusetts that has a rosary so large it's actually made of boulders and chains.
Harvard holds commencement amid school's Trump fight
Harvard's commencement was today as the school continues to battle President Trump over federal funding and international student enrollment.
Sports
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When will Roman Anthony get called up by Red Sox?
Roman Anthony is not going to fix the Boston Red Sox on his own. But it's time for the Red Sox to promote the top prospect in all of baseball.
Kristian Campbell might play some first base this weekend
The Red Sox might see a new side to rookie Kristian Campbell this weekend in Atlanta.
Stefon Diggs puts Mike Vrabel and Patriots in tough spot
The New England Patriots are taking a gamble on Stefon Diggs this season, and the move isn't off to the best start.
Brad Marchand heading back to Stanley Cup Final with Panthers
Brad Marchand is heading back to the Stanley Cup Final, but the former Boston Bruins captain admitted Wednesday night it will be a little odd to do so in a Florida Panthers sweater.
Durbin's sacrifice fly gives the Brewers a 6-5 win over the Red Sox
Caleb Durbin's sacrifice fly drove in the winning run for the Milwaukee Brewers, who earned a 6-5 victory over the Boston Red Sox in 10 innings.