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Chamber of Commerce CEO sees "unnerving trends" in Mass. economy
When it comes to the Massachusetts economy, the news just keeps getting worse.
Video shows man smashing car windows with axe in Boston
Police are searching for a man who allegedly smashed a driver's car windows with an axe or hatchet following a road rage incident in Brookline.
2 dead after Brooklyn Bridge hit by Mexican navy ship
Two people died and more than a dozen were hurt when a Mexican navy ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday in New York City, officials said.
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.
Union says Worcester police were totally appropriate during ICE arrest
The President of the Worcester Police Patrolmen's Union says his officers had a measured and restrained response to the crowd that formed while ICE arrested a Brazilian mother on May 8.
Pan-Mass Challenge founder says fundraising ride is critical due to federal funding cuts
PMC Founder Billy Starr emphasized how important this year's ride is for Dana Farber after federal funding cuts.
Ping Pong for Parkinson's helps patients with symptoms while learning new skill in Boston
Ping Pong for Parkinson's hopes to help people learn how to play while also improving their symptoms.
Tennis player from Swansea used passion for violin to heal from concussion
A tennis player in Swansea overcame an injury from a car crash to return to her two passions: tennis and playing the violin.
Newton hair salon aims to make their clients feel confident and beautiful
A salon in Newton is doing more than just haircuts as they empower their clients to look and feel their best.
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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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Willow & Ivy chef shares tips for snagging Boston restaurant reservations in graduation season
It can be hard to get a restaurant reservation in Boston during commencement season. Willow & Ivy chef Daniel Kenney has some advice
Adorable cats and kittens up for adoption through the Cat Connection in Boston
This week on the Pet Parade, The Cat Connection in Brighton has cats and kittens up for adoption.
Next Weather: WBZ mid-day forecast for May 18, 2025
Jacob Wycoff has your latest Boston weather forecast.
Police shoot man in New Hampshire and other top stories
A man shot by police in Pelham, New Hampshire alleged fired at officers. WBZ-TV's Tiffany Chan and Jacob Wycoff have more top stories and weather.
Chamber of Commerce CEO talks worrying trends in Massachusetts economy
Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce CEO Jim Rooney sat down with WBZ-TV's Jon Keller for a discussion about the Massachusetts economy.
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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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Devers homers in 9th to give Red Sox 7-6 win over Braves
Rafael Devers homered leading off the bottom of the ninth inning against Pierce Johnson, sending the Boston Red Sox to a 7-6 comeback win over the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night that snapped their four-game losing streak.
Journalism wins the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes
After finishing as runner-up at the Kentucky Derby earlier this month, the heavy-favorite Journalism earned a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Preakness Stakes.
Tennis player from Swansea used passion for violin to heal from concussion
A tennis player in Swansea overcame an injury from a car crash to return to her two passions: tennis and playing the violin.
What's next for Celtics after disappointing end to title defense?
The Celtics' title defense came to an end in shocking and embarrassing fashion Friday night with a blowout loss to the Knicks.
Knicks beat Celtics in Game 6, advance to Eastern Conference finals
The Knicks are advancing to the Eastern Conference finals after beating the Celtics in Game 6.
Sale outduels Crochet, leads Braves to 4-2 win over Red Sox
Chris Sale struck out eight and pitched seven innings of one-run ball Friday night, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 4-2 win over the Boston Red Sox.
Kristian Campbell starts working at first base for Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox are going to give rookie Kristian Campbell a try at first base.
Red Sox unveil "Fenway Green" City Connect uniforms
The Boston Red Sox are going green for their new City Connect uniforms. Green Monster green, that is.
Jayson Tatum met up with his Celtics teammates in New York
When the Boston Celtics arrived at their team hotel in New York Thursday, Jayson Tatum was waiting to greet his teammates.
Health
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.
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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.
I-Team
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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.
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.
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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 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.
Seeing Boston from a new perspective by taking a helicopter tour
One of Boston's top helicopter flight schools, Blue Hill Helicopters offers helicopter tours of Boston and beyond.
How to make the perfect homemade pizza on your grill
Chef Gatto heads outdoors to show Michaela Johnson how to cook up the perfect grilled pizza with homemade mozzarella.
Camping and exploring the outdoors in a new way with Walden Campervans
Walden Campervans are fully customized and outfitted campervans that allow adventurers to go camping in a whole new way.
Latest Stories
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Chamber of Commerce CEO sees "unnerving trends" in Mass. economy
When it comes to the Massachusetts economy, the news just keeps getting worse.
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.
Union says Worcester police were totally appropriate during ICE arrest
The President of the Worcester Police Patrolmen's Union says his officers had a measured and restrained response to the crowd that formed while ICE arrested a Brazilian mother on May 8.
Video shows man smashing car windows with axe in Boston
Police are searching for a man who allegedly smashed a car's windows with a hatchet following a road rage incident in Boston.
2 dead, 19 injured after Brooklyn Bridge hit by Mexican navy ship
Two people died and more than a dozen were hurt when a Mexican navy ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday in New York City, officials said.
Sports
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Devers homers in 9th to give Red Sox 7-6 win over Braves
Rafael Devers homered leading off the bottom of the ninth inning against Pierce Johnson, sending the Boston Red Sox to a 7-6 comeback win over the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night that snapped their four-game losing streak.
Journalism wins the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes
After finishing as runner-up at the Kentucky Derby earlier this month, the heavy-favorite Journalism earned a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Preakness Stakes.
Tennis player from Swansea used passion for violin to heal from concussion
A tennis player in Swansea overcame an injury from a car crash to return to her two passions: tennis and playing the violin.
What's next for Celtics after disappointing end to title defense?
The Celtics' title defense came to an end in shocking and embarrassing fashion Friday night with a blowout loss to the Knicks.
Knicks beat Celtics in Game 6, advance to Eastern Conference finals
The Knicks are advancing to the Eastern Conference finals after beating the Celtics in Game 6.