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1 killed in Hyde Park double shooting, suspect charged with murder
Boston Police shut down a street in Hyde Park Wednesday after two people were shot. One was killed.
Search underway in Rehoboth for missing pregnant teen
Police with K-9 units have been searching woods where they say Kaylee Monteiro was last seen.
NBA approves sale of Boston Celtics to Bill Chisholm for record $6.1 billion
The NBA on Wednesday unanimously approved the sale of the Boston Celtics to a group led by private equity mogul Bill Chisholm.
2 men bought $160,000 in jewelry with fake money in Boston, DA says
A Tennessee man was arrested after police said he used fake money to buy more than $100,000 in jewelry from a store in Boston.
Boston hopes to curb rat problem with new technology
Boston officials are rolling out new tools and sensors to increase the fight against rat infestations.
Cause of death determined in Jacob's Pillow accident
The medical examiner has released the cause of death for Jacob's Pillow production manager Kat Sirico.
Patriots rank No. 4 on list of most valuable NFL teams
The New England Patriots have struggled to win games on the field over the last two seasons, but the franchise remains one of the most valuable organizations in the NFL.
Keller: Are Americans going dry? Why there's benefits to drinking responsibly
A new Gallup poll finds the percent of American adults who drink alcohol has dropped its lowest point in nearly a century.
Wegmans recalls cheese products due to potential listeria contamination
Wegmans is recalling its brand of medium camembert cheese and products that contain it due to potential listeria contamination, which can lead to serious illness.
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A timeline of the Karen Read case
A look at the timeline of events in Karen Read's high-profile case.
World Cup 2026 needs thousands of volunteers in Foxboro and Boston
The World Cup is seeking volunteers to help with the festivities next summer.
Boston to celebrate "New Edition Day," name street after group
Aug. 30 will be "New Edition Day" in the city of Boston.
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New technology in Boston aims to tackle city's rat problem
Boston officials are rolling out new tools and sensors to increase the fight against rat infestations, as residents continue to report a surge in sightings in neighborhoods across the city. WBZ-TV's Aaron Parseghian reports.
Man arrested after fatal shooting in Hyde Park
Two people were shot in Hyde Park, including one woman who later died. WBZ-TV's Kristina Rex reports.
Takeaways from Patriots joint practice with Vikings
The New England Patriots held their first of two joint practices with the Minnesota Vikings.
Next Weather: WBZ Evening Forecast For August 13, 2025
Alyssa Andrews has an updated weather forecast.
Mysterious sight in sky over Massachusetts was likely rocket launch
There were two rocket launches around the same time people reported seeing a strange spiral object in the sky.
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I-Team: Smoking near oxygen tank eyed as possible cause of deadly Fall River fire
Investigators are looking into a number of issues including the possibility that the fire was caused by smoking near an oxygen tank.
SJC confirms conviction of 5-time drunk driver, cites I-Team investigation
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court confirmed the conviction of a five-time drunk driver for driving with a revoked license, citing an I-Team investigation as evidence.
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NBA approves sale of Boston Celtics to Bill Chisholm for record $6.1 billion
The NBA on Wednesday unanimously approved the sale of the Boston Celtics to a group led by private equity mogul Bill Chisholm.
Joint practice takeaways: Big plays from Maye, but O-line struggles
The Patriots got some big plays on offense from Drake Maye, but the line struggled against the pass rush in the first of two joint practices with the Minnesota Vikings.
Celtics NBA Cup schedule announced
We now know when the Celtics will tip off their NBA Cup action, as well as a spot in the NBA's debut night on Amazon Prime.
Patriots rank No. 4 on list of most valuable NFL teams
The New England Patriots have struggled to win games on the field over the last two seasons, but the franchise remains one of the most valuable organizations in the NFL.
Dylan Lonergan named starting QB of Boston College Eagles
The Eagles are onto a fifth starting quarterback in the last four years, with Alabama transfer Dylan Lonergan earning the job to start the 2025 season.
Anthony continues to connect with Ted Williams in Red Sox history
Roman Anthony is just 21 years old, but he continues to etch his name in Red Sox history. On Tuesday, he did something only Ted Williams had done before in a Boston uniform.
Patriots add Shane Watts to running back mix
The New England Patriots have a good stable of running backs heading into the 2025 season, but injuries have forced the team to add to the back of the depth chart three weeks into training camp.
Bregman, Narváez home runs power Red Sox to 14-1 win over Astros
Alex Bregman homered against his former team for a second straight game and Carlos Narváez added a three-run shot to lead the Boston Red Sox to a 14-1 win over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night.
Wyc Grousbeck no longer staying on as Celtics governor amid ownership change
Wyc Grousbeck, who has been a majority owner of the Boston Celtics since 2002, is no longer planning to stay on as the team's governor, stepping away from the role earlier than expected as new ownership takes over.
Health
Wegmans recalls cheese products due to potential listeria contamination
Wegmans is recalling its brand of medium camembert cheese and products that contain it due to potential listeria contamination, which can lead to serious illness.
Why is it so hard to find a primary care doctor in Massachusetts?
While Massachusetts is a health care leader, it's actually quite difficult to find a primary care doctor in the state.
Study in mice shows lithium could help treat Alzheimer's, Harvard team finds
Researchers at Harvard Medical School in Boston say that, based on a study in mice, lithium could someday help treat Alzheimer's disease.
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A rodeo in Massachusetts? Here's where you can find it.
A rodeo in Massachusetts? The state's only bi-weekly bull riding competition can be found in Rochester.
Presidential library for John Adams and son now in the works in Quincy
A presidential library for John Adams and his son John Quincy Adams is a step closer to becoming a reality in Quincy, Massachusetts.
Here's the story behind the oldest monument in the Boston Public Garden
What's the story behind the oldest monument in the Boston Public Garden?
I-Team
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I-Team: Smoking near oxygen tank eyed as possible cause of deadly Fall River fire
Investigators are looking into a number of issues including the possibility that the fire was caused by smoking near an oxygen tank.
SJC confirms conviction of 5-time drunk driver, cites I-Team investigation
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court confirmed the conviction of a five-time drunk driver for driving with a revoked license, citing an I-Team investigation as evidence.
I-Team: Gabriel House in Fall River not inspected by state since October 2023
The last time the state of Massachusetts inspected the Gabriel House in Fall River was in October 2023, the I-Team has learned.
Father of woman who died in Brookline police custody demands answers
The father of a 40-year-old woman who died in Brookline police custody says investigators are treating her death as a homicide and is demanding answers.
How much Karen Read special prosecutor Hank Brennan was paid
Hank Brennan, the special prosecutor in Karen Read's second trial, was paid more than half a million dollars in legal fees alone.
Keller @ Large
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Keller: Are Americans going dry? Why there's benefits to drinking responsibly
A new Gallup poll finds the percent of American adults who drink alcohol has dropped its lowest point in nearly a century.
Expected drop in international students could be a big problem for Massachusetts
Funding cuts and immigration policies may keep many international students out of Massachusetts and the United States this fall.
Elizabeth Warren discusses future of Mass Pike project, Cape Cod bridges
Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren spoke to WBZ-TV's Jon Keller about a wide range of issues on this week's "Keller at Large."
Keller: In new poll, most popular newsmakers all have one trait in common
A new poll reveals which newsmakers are popular and who isn't.
Mass. AFL-CIO leader criticizes both parties for not helping working class
The 2024 presidential election showed neither party is "really working for the working class in a way [they] should be," said the Massachusetts AFL-CIO president.
Offbeat
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Video shows rare killer whale sighting off Massachusetts
Old Thom the orca was spotted in a rare killer whale sighting off Massachusetts.
Worcester woman "shocked" when lottery win was more than expected
A Worcester woman thought she had scratched a $10,000 winning lottery ticket, but it turns out that she won a whole lot more.
Mass. man mistakenly buys extra Powerball ticket, wins $2 million
A Massachusetts man won $2 million playing the Powerball thanks to a very lucky mistake.
Seagull swipes hot dog from tourist mid-photo in Boston
A tourist was posing for a photo in front of Sullivan's Castle Island in Boston, when a seagull swooped in and swiped her hot dog.
Man stung by Asian needle ant in Bridgewater
A Massachusetts man said the sting of the Asian needle ant left him feeling sick.
New England Living
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Visiting luxury real estate along Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
Hermit Woods Winery in New Hampshire takes different approach to winemaking
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Luxury vistas provide amenities for everyone on the lake's edge in NH
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Boston home store shows how functionality and beauty can combine
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
Chef of Bakey in Boston shares how to make world-famous babka
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.