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Watch Live: Karen Read trial enters third week of witness testimony
The Karen Read trial resumed Monday with more testimony about the night John O' Keefe died.
Scientist talks COVID origins, need for lab safety standards
Alina Chan, who warned against dismissing the COVID "lab leak" theory, proposes an NTSB-like agency to oversee risky research.
Edelman selected for Patriots Hall of Fame over Vinatieri, Mankins
The newest member of the New England Patriots Hall of Fame has been announced.
The NHL Draft Lottery is tonight. Here are the Boston Bruins' odds.
The NHL Draft Lottery is set for Monday night and the Boston Bruins have a chance at a top five pick.
All-volunteer orchestra to perform benefit concert at Symphony Hall
An all-volunteer orchestra will perform a special show for a good cause Sunday at Boston's Symphony Hall.
Former Vice President Mike Pence gets JFK Profile in Courage Award
Former Vice President Mike Pence received the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award Sunday in Boston.
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.
What is beep baseball? Boston team of blind athletes plays adaptive game
The Boston Renegades plays beep baseball, an adaptive version designed specifically for blind and visually-impaired athletes.
Fire destroys family seafood restaurant in Sandwich
A massive fire damaged a restaurant on Cape Cod in Massachusetts on Sunday morning, forcing it to be torn down.
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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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Concert performed by all-volunteer orchestra helps raise money for Boston public health causes
An all-volunteer orchestra is set to perform a special show to benefit homeless people in the Greater Boston community.
Next Weather: WBZ midday forecast for May 5, 2024
Jason Mikell has your latest weather forecast.
Trump says movies produced outside the U.S. will be subject to 100% tariff
President Donald Trump said that movies produced outside the U.S. will be slapped with a 100% tariff.
Karen Read retrial testimony delves into party at 34 Fairview Road in Canton
The party at 34 Fairview Road was center stage during testimony in the Karen Read retrial on Monday.
Celtics-Knicks NBA playoffs preview: Can New York actually keep up with Boston?
Celtics radio analyst Cedric Maxwell joined Steve Burton on Sports Final to talk about the second-round matchup between the Celtics and Knicks.
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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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Julian Edelman selected for Patriots Hall of Fame
The newest member of the New England Patriots Hall of Fame has been announced.
The NHL Draft Lottery is tonight. Here are the Boston Bruins' odds.
The NHL Draft Lottery is set for Monday night and the Boston Bruins have a chance at a top five pick.
Minnesota Twins rally for 2nd straight road win to beat Red Sox 5-4
The Minnesota Twins took the weekend series against the Boston Red Sox with a 5-4 victory on Sunday.
Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet stays in game after line drive hits him in nose
Boston Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet had a close call Sunday when a liner skipped off his glove and nose on its way to second base for a groundout.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
Waltham estate home to one of the oldest greenhouses in the country
Waltham's Lyman Estate boasts 37 acres of preserved gardens and one of the oldest greenhouses in the country.
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.
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Scientist talks COVID origins, need for lab safety standards
Alina Chan, who warned against dismissing the COVID "lab leak" theory, proposes an NTSB-like agency to oversee risky research.
All-volunteer orchestra to perform in benefit concert at Symphony Hall
An all-volunteer orchestra will perform a special show for a good cause Sunday at Boston's Symphony Hall.
Watch Live: Karen Read trial enters third week of witness testimony
The Karen Read trial is back underway Monday with testimony about her blood alcohol level the night of John O' Keefe's death.
Former Vice President Mike Pence gets JFK Profile in Courage Award
Mike Pence said the Constitution is what "binds us all together" after receiving the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award.
What is beep baseball? Boston team of blind athletes plays adaptive game
The Boston Renegades plays beep baseball, an adaptive version designed specifically for blind and visually-impaired athletes.
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Julian Edelman selected for Patriots Hall of Fame
The newest member of the New England Patriots Hall of Fame has been announced.
The NHL Draft Lottery is tonight. Here are the Boston Bruins' odds.
The NHL Draft Lottery is set for Monday night and the Boston Bruins have a chance at a top five pick.
Minnesota Twins rally for 2nd straight road win to beat Red Sox 5-4
The Minnesota Twins took the weekend series against the Boston Red Sox with a 5-4 victory on Sunday.
Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet stays in game after line drive hits him in nose
Boston Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet had a close call Sunday when a liner skipped off his glove and nose on its way to second base for a groundout.
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.