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Watch Live: Jen McCabe back for cross-examination in Karen Read trial
Karen Read's trial resumed Friday with more cross-examination of key witness Jennifer McCabe.
How Karen Read's second trial is different from the first
Karen Read's second trial is very different from the first. A legal expert says it could impact how the jury remembers evidence.
Trump says his administration is revoking Harvard's tax-exempt status
"We are going to be taking away Harvard's Tax Exempt Status. It's what they deserve!" the president said Friday.
Lynn couple on brink of foreclosure saved by I-Team's Call For Action
An elderly couple in Lynn, Massachusetts was just days away from being evicted from their home after their bank foreclosed on it.
Boston nonprofit accused of misusing $32,000 in taxpayer money
More than $32,000 in taxpayer money went missing from a Boston community program's budget.
Maps show storm threat in weekend weather forecast
The weather forecast for Boston area this weekend is complicated, with storms that could bring flooding to Massachusetts.
Here's the Celtics-Knicks playoff schedule
The Boston Celtics will face the New York Knicks in the next round of the NBA Playoffs.
Jamaica Plain toy store owner takes steps to keep prices down due to tariffs
A toy store owner in Jamaica Plain said she's trying to keep prices down for her customers due to the tariff war with China.
Weekend To Do List: Spring and the start of AAPI Heritage Month
May marks the start of Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and there's a celebration this weekend.
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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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Spreading joy and cheer with an inflatable parade at Norwell school
A middle school in Norwell, Massachusetts is hoping to spread cheer this weekend and have people get in touch with their inner child with a special inflatable parade. WBZ-TV's Levan Reid reports.
Next Weather: WBZ midday forecast for May 2
Alyssa Andrews has your latest weather forecast.
Trump administration to revoke Harvard's tax-exempt status
If this goes through, Harvard would have to pay federal taxes and donations to the school would not be tax-deductible.
Key witness Jen McCabe takes stand during third day of tense testimony
Jennifer McCabe, a key witness in the Karen Read trial, is back on the witness stand Friday for several more hours of tense cross-examination from defense attorney Alan Jackson.
This R.I. middle schooler is the youngest female certified master scuba diver in U.S.
Get to know 12-year-old Mia DaPonte, who spoke with our Breana Pitts about how she's already accomplished so much at a young age.
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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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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.
Bill Belichick responds after CBS interview generated scrutiny
Belichick's statement comes after segments of the interview posted to social media focused attention on the 73-year-old's relationship with his girlfriend, 24-year-old Jordon Hudson.
Tatum capped off epic series vs. Magic with explosive Game 5
The Magic were never able to pull away from the Celtics in Game 5 thanks to Jayson Tatum and his bag of tricks, and the Boston star made Orlando disappear with another monster performance.
Bruins will learn their 2025 pick Monday at NHL Draft Lottery
The Boston Bruins will learn where they'll pick in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft on Monday.
Celtics advance with blowout win over Magic in Game 5
The Boston Celtics are moving on to the second round of the NBA Playoffs after closing out the Orlando Magic with a 120-89 Game 5 win at TD Garden on Tuesday night.
Red Sox crush five homers, Crochet earns win vs. Blue Jays
The Red Sox hit five longballs in a 10-2 win over the struggling Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday night.
Health
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.
Doctors thought 34-year-old mom was healthy. She had Stage III cancer
Heather Barry, now 36, is among the rising number of younger adults being diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
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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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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.
Electrical therapy could help treat Alzheimer's memory loss and mood
An experimental Alzheimer's treatment from Boston researchers may be able to treat both dementia and depression symptoms.
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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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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.
Keller: UMass poll shows public opinion of Trump policies has dropped
A new poll from UMass Amherst shows the toll President Trump's policies have taken on public opinion of his administration.
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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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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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Inflatable parade coming to Norwood school because "people need more joy"
A middle school in Norwell, Massachusetts is hoping to spread cheer this weekend with a special inflatable parade.
Trump says his administration is revoking Harvard's tax-exempt status
"We are going to be taking away Harvard's Tax Exempt Status. It's what they deserve!" the president said in a post to Truth Social.
Weekend To Do List: Spring and the start of AAPI Heritage Month
May marks the start of Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and there's a celebration this weekend.
Watch Live: Jen McCabe back for cross-examination in Karen Read trial
Karen Read's trial in Massachusetts resumed Friday with more cross-examination of key witness Jennifer McCabe.
Large brush fire burns on Joint Base Cape Cod, smoke seen for miles
Army National Guard officials said the fire started as a planned controlled burn.
Sports
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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.
Bill Belichick responds after CBS interview generated scrutiny
Belichick's statement comes after segments of the interview posted to social media focused attention on the 73-year-old's relationship with his girlfriend, 24-year-old Jordon Hudson.