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Mass. residents forced to leave homes after severe thunderstorm damage
Residents in one Massachusetts town are left dealing with the aftermath of a powerful storm that tore through their neighborhood on Saturday night.
Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas out for season
Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas suffered a ruptured tendon in his left knee and is out for the remainder of the season, the team said on Saturday.
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.
Playful dog that enjoys going on hikes up for adoption
A dog from Buddy & Friends Animal Rescue was featured on this week's Pet Parade.
Emmanuel College employee accused of soliciting applicant for sex
An assistant admissions director at Emmanuel College is accused of soliciting a prospective student for sex.
97-year-old man in truck hit and killed by Commuter Rail in Cohasset
A 97-year-old man is dead after a Commuter Rail train hit a pick-up truck that was stopped on the tracks in Cohasset.
Trump threatens Harvard's tax-exempt status. How it could impact students.
President Trump said his administration will be revoking Harvard University's tax-exempt status.
Here's the Celtics-Knicks playoff schedule
The Boston Celtics will face the New York Knicks in the next round of the NBA Playoffs.
Advocates want fishing paused at Arlington park after great blue heron dies
There is a new push to pause fishing at a pond in Arlington after a great blue heron was found dead in fishing line.
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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.
Who is the judge in the Karen Read trial?
Judge Beverly Cannone is in charge of Karen Read's second trial.
Boston music festival VIP Ticket Giveaway - Win a pair of 3-Day Passes
Enter for a chance to win a pair of VIP tickets to all 3 days of the Boston Calling Music Festival.
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Foods to celebrate Cinco de Mayo
A Massachusetts restaurant is putting a twist on Latin American cuisine.
UMass president on how schools can survive with funding under fire from Trump admin
UMass system president Marty Meehan talked to WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller.
President Trump draws criticism for posting AI-generated image of himself dressed as pope
The official White House X account shared the image as well.
Next Weather: WBZ Morning Update For May 4
Lexie O'Connor has your latest weather forecast.
Playful dog that enjoys going on hikes up for adoption
A dog from Buddy & Friends Animal Rescue was featured on this week's Pet Parade.
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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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Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas out for season
Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas suffered a ruptured tendon in his left knee and is out for the remainder of the season, the team said on Saturday.
Kody Clemens leads Twins past Red Sox 4-3
Kody Clemens hit a two-run homer in his first game at Fenway Park - with his famous father in attendance - and the Minnesota Twins beat the Boston Red Sox 4-3 on Saturday.
Sovereignty wins the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby
Sovereignty defeated a field of 18 challengers to win the 151st Kentucky Derby Saturday at Churchill Downs.
Lacrosse captain also introducing children to the water as a surf instructor
The captain of the Old Rochester lacrosse team is helping his teammates on the field and also teaches a completely different sport in the water.
Bregman's HR, Devers' 2-RBI single help Red Sox beat Twins 6-1
The Boston Red Sox defeated the Minnesota Twins 6-1 on Friday night as Triston Casas appeared to sustain a serious left knee injury.
Guerrero hits go-ahead homer in 8th as Blue Jays rally past Red Sox 4-2
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. put Toronto ahead with a three-run homer in the eighth inning and the Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 on Thursday night.
Drake Maye on Mike Vrabel, Patriots' moves, and Will Campbell's draft message
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye talked about the teams offseason additions on Thursday.
Here's the Celtics-Knicks playoff schedule
The Boston Celtics will face the New York Knicks in the next round of the NBA Playoffs.
Kirk hits winning single in 10th, Blue Jays rally past Red Sox 7-6
Alejandro Kirk hit a game-ending, bases-loaded single in the 10th inning and the Toronto Blue Jays overcame a six-run deficit to beat the Boston Red Sox 7-6.
Health
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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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.
Could the penny really go away?
What would happen if the U.S. got rid of the penny? It wouldn't be easy because there are 420 billion in circulation.
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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.
Daffodil field started during World War II no longer a hidden secret
The daffodil field at Parsons Reserve in Dartmouth, Massachusetts is a beautiful spot to visit in the spring.
One man's life mission is to rescue snowy owls at Logan Airport
Boston's Logan Airport has the largest concentration of snowy owls in the northeast. One man has rescued hundreds.
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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.
Tufts researchers hope to reduce racial disparities in maternal health care
Tufts University researchers are looking at ways to reduce racial disparities in maternal health care.
Tony's Chocolonely recalls chocolate bars after reports of stones
Tony's Chocolonely is recalling some products after consumers reported finding "small stones" in the chocolate bars.
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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.
Mass. State Police using new technology that sends alerts to drivers
The I-Team has learned the department installed new technology in 233 of its cruisers that is designed to prevent collisions.
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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.
Keller: Gender gap seems to be emerging as Trump hits 100 days
Although 45% of women voted for President Donald Trump, driven by concern over the economy and inflation, this year's tariff chaos is a big turn-off for female voters.
President Trump's tariffs are hurting Massachusetts construction industry, lawmaker says
Massachusetts Congressman Stephen Lynch said that President Donald Trump's tariff uncertainty is concerning.
Keller: Harvard poll of Gen-Z paints bleak picture about young voters
The latest National Youth Poll out of the Harvard Kennedy School's Institute of Politics paints a bleak picture of young voters.
Kennealy says state policy "driving the affordability agenda" in Massachusetts
Mike Kennealy told WBZ-TV he's focused on the future of the state and not on President Donald Trump's policies.
Business News
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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.
Edaville makes Christmas plans as King Richard's Faire moves in
Edaville in Carver, Massachusetts will continue its Christmas and holiday lights tradition as King Richard's Faire moves in.
Offbeat
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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.
Curling is exploding in popularity at Wayland club
At the Broomstones Curling Club in Wayland, people of all ages are bonded through the increasingly popular sport.
New England Living
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Massachusetts shellfish company dedicated to sustainably growing oysters
The Great Marsh Shellfish Company is dedicated to producing sustainably grown oysters on Massachusetts' North Shore.
Flower farm in Norwell invites the community to pick their own bouquets
Cross Street Flower Farm in Norwell boasts one of the largest and most eclectic collections of flowers in New England.
Sudbury chocolate brand shares what goes into making each bar
Handcrafted from cacao beans from farmers in South America, Goodnow Farms Chocolate's single origin flavor is truly bean to bar.
Vermont horse farm dedicated to educating public about Morgan horses
Morgan Horse Farm in Weybridge, Vermont is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is home to 40 Morgan horses.
Connecticut home to oldest public art museum in the U.S.
The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford features roughly 50,000 works of art spanning over 5,000 years.
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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.
Mass. residents forced to leave homes after severe thunderstorm damage
Residents in one Massachusetts town are left dealing with the aftermath of a powerful storm that tore through their neighborhood on Saturday night.
Sovereignty wins the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby
Sovereignty defeated a field of 18 challengers to win the 151st Kentucky Derby Saturday at Churchill Downs.
97-year-old man in truck hit and killed by Commuter Rail in Cohasset
A 97-year-old man is dead after a Commuter Rail train hit a pick-up truck that was stopped on the tracks in Cohasset.
Emmanuel College employee fired for allegedly soliciting applicant for sex
An assistant admissions director at Emmanuel College is accused of soliciting a prospective student for sex.
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Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas out for season
Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas suffered a ruptured tendon in his left knee and is out for the remainder of the season, the team said on Saturday.
Kody Clemens leads Twins past Red Sox 4-3
Kody Clemens hit a two-run homer in his first game at Fenway Park - with his famous father in attendance - and the Minnesota Twins beat the Boston Red Sox 4-3 on Saturday.
Sovereignty wins the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby
Sovereignty defeated a field of 18 challengers to win the 151st Kentucky Derby Saturday at Churchill Downs.
Lacrosse captain also introducing children to the water as a surf instructor
The captain of the Old Rochester lacrosse team is helping his teammates on the field and also teaches a completely different sport in the water.
Bregman's HR, Devers' 2-RBI single help Red Sox beat Twins 6-1
The Boston Red Sox defeated the Minnesota Twins 6-1 on Friday night as Triston Casas appeared to sustain a serious left knee injury.