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John O'Keefe's niece testifies about "tension" between him and Karen Read
John O'Keefe's niece was the first witness to take the stand at Karen Read's trial Wednesday morning.
Karen Read trial testimony focuses on forensic evidence after John O'Keefe's niece testifies
The Karen Read trial resumed on Wednesday with testimony about forensic evidence.
Will Tatum's injury usher in major changes for Celtics?
Jayson Tatum likely won't play next season and the Boston Celtics could be making major changes.
Tariffs increasing school construction costs in Massachusetts
School districts working to open up new buildings are paying the price for increased tariffs.
Patriots 2025 schedule coming tonight. Here's what we know.
There's a lot of optimism around the 2025 New England Patriots, and we'll finally find out when they'll play when the full NFL schedule is released Wednesday night.
Immigration enforcement leaves Marshfield nonprofit concerned over losing staff
As the deadline for 500,000 Haitians with TPS looms, the future for employees at a Marshfield nonprofit hangs in the balance.
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.
Boston Celtics fans remain hopeful after Jayson Tatum injury
Celtics fans remain hopeful for Jayson Tatum after he suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon in a game against the Knicks.
Wednesday's Child: 13-year-old Elvin
Elvin is a one-of-a-kind 13-year-old boy with a gentle, shy nature and a big imagination.
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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.
Nurse who taught FBI how to profile serial killers is also a Newton mom
Dr. Ann Burgess is a mother of four from Newton, Massachusetts. She also taught the FBI how to profile serial killers.
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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What does ICE legally have to do when detaining someone?
A common question heard in social media videos during ICE arrests is the request to see a warrant. So, what are ICE agents obligated to do at these arrests? WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
Harvard University President Alan Garber takes voluntary pay cut
One day after the Trump administration announced more federal grant cuts, Harvard's president is taking a pay cut.
Next Weather: WBZ evening forecast for May 14
Eric Fisher has your latest weather forecast.
What are canker sores and how do you properly treat them?
Canker sores are painful ulcers, we call them aphthous ulcers, that develop in the lining of the mouth, inside your lip, on or under your tongue, on the roof of the mouth, or along the gums.
Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla on Jayson Tatum's injury, message to the team
Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla said the team is trying to find a balance ahead of Game 5 against the New York Knicks.
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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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Patriots sign running back/special teamer Trayveon Williams
The New England Patriots have put together an intriguing stable of running backs for the 2025 season, and added former Bengals rusher Trayveon Williams to the mix on Wednesday.
Jayson Tatum thanks fans, gives thumbs up from hospital bed
Jayson Tatum appears to be in good spirits after undergoing surgery on his ruptured Achilles, giving fans a thumbs up in his first social media post since Monday's devastating injury.
How will Tatum perform after his Achilles injury? Here's what a doctor says.
A doctor is confident Jayson Tatum will be able to play at his superstar level when he returns to the Boston Celtics.
Will Tatum's injury usher in major changes for Celtics?
Jayson Tatum likely won't play next season and the Boston Celtics could be making major changes.
Detroit Tigers top Boston Red Sox in 10-9 victory
Javier Baez hit his second go-ahead, three-run home run in the 11th inning for his first multi-homer game in Detroit, lifting the Tigers to a 10-9 win over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night.
Jayson Tatum undergoes Achilles surgery; no timetable for return
Jayson Tatum has undergone successful surgery to repair a ruptured right Achilles tendon, the Boston Celtics announced Tuesday.
Pete Rose, "Shoeless" Joe Jackson reinstated by MLB
Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson are now both eligible for baseball's Hall of Fame after their careers were tarnished by sports gambling scandals.
Patriots, 2025 NFL schedule set to be announced. Here's what we know
There's a lot of optimism around the 2025 New England Patriots, and we'll finally find out when they'll play when the full NFL schedule is released Wednesday night.
Jayson Tatum's injury devastating for Celtics now and beyond
The present and the future of the Boston Celtics changed drastically when Jayson Tatum went down.
Health
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.
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Do ICE agents need to show a warrant when detaining someone?
Cellphone cameras have captured a number of ICE arrests in Massachusetts. Bystanders often demand answers from the officers.
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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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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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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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.
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Nurse who taught FBI how to profile serial killers is also a Newton mom
Dr. Ann Burgess is a mother of four from Newton, Massachusetts. She also taught the FBI how to profile serial killers.
Immigration enforcement leaves Marshfield nonprofit concerned over losing staff
As the deadline for 500,000 Haitians with TPS looms, the future for employees at a Marshfield nonprofit hangs in the balance.
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.
Tariffs increasing school construction costs in Massachusetts
School districts working to open up new buildings are paying the price for increased tariffs.
Boston Celtics fans remain hopeful after Jayson Tatum injury
Celtics fans remain hopeful for Jayson Tatum after he suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon in a game against the Knicks.
Sports
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Patriots sign running back/special teamer Trayveon Williams
The New England Patriots have put together an intriguing stable of running backs for the 2025 season, and added former Bengals rusher Trayveon Williams to the mix on Wednesday.
Jayson Tatum thanks fans, gives thumbs up from hospital bed
Jayson Tatum appears to be in good spirits after undergoing surgery on his ruptured Achilles, giving fans a thumbs up in his first social media post since Monday's devastating injury.
How will Tatum perform after his Achilles injury? Here's what a doctor says.
A doctor is confident Jayson Tatum will be able to play at his superstar level when he returns to the Boston Celtics.
Will Tatum's injury usher in major changes for Celtics?
Jayson Tatum likely won't play next season and the Boston Celtics could be making major changes.
Detroit Tigers top Boston Red Sox in 10-9 victory
Javier Baez hit his second go-ahead, three-run home run in the 11th inning for his first multi-homer game in Detroit, lifting the Tigers to a 10-9 win over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night.