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Karen Read trial expert questioned over Lexus data, credentials
The Karen Read trial resumes Tuesday with a 19th day of witness testimony inside Norfolk Superior Court in Dedham, Massachusetts.
Iconic Rhode Island oyster bar damaged in fire
The Matunuck Oyster Bar, a well-known seafood restaurant in Rhode Island, was destroyed in a fire early Tuesday morning.
Nor'easter expected to bring heavy rain, gusty winds before holiday weekend
A coastal storm later this week will bring several hours of heavy rain, gusty northeast winds and some minor flooding.
George Wendt, comedian and actor beloved as Norm on "Cheers," dies at 76
George Wendt, the comedian and actor known for his beloved role as Norm on "Cheers," has died.
Bruins sign GM Don Sweeney to two-year extension
The Boston Bruins have signed general manager Don Sweeney to a two-year contract extension that will keep him in charge through the 2027-28 season.
MBTA will pay $5 million to family man dragged to death by Red Line train
The MBTA agreed to pay the Dorchester man's family $5 million after he was dragged to death by a red line train in 2022.
Biden's "Cancer Moonshot" hit by cuts to research funding at Harvard
The Trump administration's cuts to medical research grants have disrupted awards once backed by former President Joe Biden's "Cancer Moonshot" initiative.
Hotel shelters for homeless families in Mass. will close this summer
Hotels in Massachusetts will stop serving as shelters for homeless families this summer, Gov. Maura Healey says.
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.
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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.
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.
Nurse who taught FBI how to profile serial killers is also a Newton mom
Dr. Ann Burgess is a mother of four who also taught the FBI how to profile serial killers.
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Cambridge start-up wins Mass. Fallen Heroes "Shark Tank style" competition
Massachusetts Fallen Heroes has awarded more than $250,000 to support veteran and Gold Star family start-ups across the state.
Somerset bans fluoride in its drinking water
The town of Somerset has voted to ban fluoride in its drinking water.
"Drink a beer for Norm." Fans of "Cheers" remember George Wendt
Fans outside the pub that served as the inspiration for Cheers remembered George Wendt, who died at 76. WBZ-TV's Louisa Moller reports.
Drake Maye struggles and other takeaways from Patriots OTA
The New England Patriots were on the practice field behind Gillette Stadium on Tuesday, as the team continued its OTAs. WBZ-TV's Dan Roche reports.
Changes to COVID vaccine requirements leave many Massachusetts residents unconcerned
The FDA will now recommend only the highest-risk groups get the vaccine. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.
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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.
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Pats OTA takeaways: Maye struggles early, while Vrabel is everywhere
The New England Patriots were on the practice field behind Gillette Stadium on Tuesday, as the team continued its OTAs in Foxboro.
Patriots to hold joint practices with Commanders, Vikings
The New England Patriots will have a pair of joint practice sessions with preseason opponents this summer, head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed Tuesday in Foxboro.
Bruins sign GM Don Sweeney to two-year extension
The Boston Bruins have signed general manager Don Sweeney to a two-year contract extension that will keep him in charge through the 2027-28 season.
Red Sox fill-in skipper Ramon Vazquez made all the right moves
With Alex Cora away from the Red Sox on Monday to attend his daughter's college graduation, it was up to fill-in skipper Ramon Vazquez to lead the team from the bench.
Brad Stevens provides update on Jaylen Brown's knee injury
The Boston Celtics will be monitoring a number of injured players this offseason, and you can add Jaylen Brown to the list.
Duran has triple and double off Mets ace Senga to lead Red Sox to 3-1 victory
Jarren Duran had a double and a triple as the Boston Red Sox tagged Mets ace Kodai Senga for three runs and beat New York 3-1 on Monday night.
Kristaps Porzingis dealt with post-viral syndrome in playoffs
Brad Stevens shed some light on the mysterious illness that plagued Kristaps Porzingis during the Celtics' playoff loss to the New York Knicks.
Championship contention remains Celtics' guiding light
There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding the Boston Celtics, but staying in championship contention will remain the guiding light for president of basketball ops. Brad Stevens.
Alex Cora missing Monday's Red Sox-Mets for daughter's graduation
Red Sox manager Alex Cora is taking a night off Monday, but for a very good reason.
Health
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.
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.
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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.
Should Karen Read be making so many public statements while on trial?
Karen Read says speaking out to the media is her version of testifying. Some defense attorneys say it's a bad idea.
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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.
There's a farm in Boston that's an important part of the community
There's a farm in the city of Boston that grows thousands of pounds of produce every year.
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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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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.
Call for Action helps man get refund, fix for broken refrigerator
A man in Revere, Massachusetts spent thousands of dollars on a new refrigerator, but he says the door was defective.
Long-term care insurance company approves claim after I-Team gets involved
Despite paying her insurance company $125,000 in premiums, a 92-year-old's claim was initially denied.
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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?
Is Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey thinking about a run for president?
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has been making the rounds of national TV talk shows. Is she planning a run for president?
Keller: Can President Trump brush off his tanking poll numbers?
Polls agree that President Trump's job approval has taken a hit lately. Can he afford to ignore them?
UMass president wants schools to focus on climate tech research
As he celebrates his tenth year running the University of Massachusetts system, President Marty Meehan has survival on his mind.
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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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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.
Video shows crews coping with 100+ mph winds on Mount Washington
Video captured what it looks like for Mount Washington crews to do their jobs in the face of 100 mph winds.
New England Living
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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.
Piano manufacturer in Haverhill one of the last in the United States
Mason & Hamlin has been manufacturing some of the world's most recognized pianos for more than 100 years.
Providence Athenaeum not just a library - exploring the city's hidden gem
The Providence Athenaeum is a living history with a collection of rare books and artifacts.
The art of boatbuilding continues on centuries later in Essex
Harold Burnham has made a name for himself as a boat designer, shipwright, sail maker and historian.
Brimfield home to the oldest outdoor flea market in America
Known by many as the oldest outdoor antiques flea market in America, Brimfield is the ultimate destination for antique lovers.
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Mass. residents say they're not worried by new COVID vaccine guidelines
The Federal Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday it is changing COVID-19 vaccine guidelines.
First responders meet man whose life they saved
First responders received Circle of Honor awards and reunited with a man whose life they saved.
Keller: Audit finds "mismanagement" in Mass. emergency shelter system
The state auditor says her office has identified ways taxpayer money was wasted on the emergency shelter system.
Massachusetts updates state graduation requirements for Class of 2026
The Massachusetts Department of Early and Secondary Education has approved new high school graduation requirements to replace the MCAS requirement repealed by voters last year.
Boston homicide detectives investigate woman's death in Roxbury
Boston homicide detectives were called to the scene of a death on Annunciation Road in Roxbury early Tuesday morning.
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Pats OTA takeaways: Maye struggles early, while Vrabel is everywhere
The New England Patriots were on the practice field behind Gillette Stadium on Tuesday, as the team continued its OTAs in Foxboro.
Patriots to hold joint practices with Commanders, Vikings
The New England Patriots will have a pair of joint practice sessions with preseason opponents this summer, head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed Tuesday in Foxboro.
Bruins sign GM Don Sweeney to two-year extension
The Boston Bruins have signed general manager Don Sweeney to a two-year contract extension that will keep him in charge through the 2027-28 season.
Red Sox fill-in skipper Ramon Vazquez made all the right moves
With Alex Cora away from the Red Sox on Monday to attend his daughter's college graduation, it was up to fill-in skipper Ramon Vazquez to lead the team from the bench.
Brad Stevens provides update on Jaylen Brown's knee injury
The Boston Celtics will be monitoring a number of injured players this offseason, and you can add Jaylen Brown to the list.