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2 Massachusetts women killed in camper explosion in Maine
Two women from Massachusetts were killed in a camper explosion at a popular campground in Maine over the weekend.
Extreme heat is back across most of Massachusetts. Record highs possible.
A Heat Advisory is in effect for most of Massachusetts until Wednesday night.
Parents demand changes after boy steps on used needle in South Boston park
A four-year-old boy is now on several medications after he stepped on a needle in South Boston.
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NYPD officer, 3 people killed by gunman in Midtown Manhattan
A New York City police officer and three other people were killed in a shooting in Midtown Manhattan on Monday evening, police confirmed at a late-night news conference.
Undefeated Braintree Little League team advances to New England Regionals
The Little League World Series is within reach for an undefeated Braintree team.
Which Patriots players have popped in training camp?
Dan Roche and Mike Reiss highlight which Patriots players have stood out through four training camp practices.
Bridgewater-Raynham nearly doubles athletic fees to $600 per sport
Students who play sports aren't the only ones impacted; these changes to the athletic fees are in addition to big cuts inside the classroom.
K-9 killed in the line of duty honored with statue in Framingham
A statue was unveiled over the weekend for Frankie, the first and only Massachusetts State Police K-9 to be killed in the line of duty.
Pet snake enclosure sparks fire inside Massachusetts home
A fire that broke out at a home in Whitman was caused by a pet snake enclosure.
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Police, doctors warn of e-bike dangers as use skyrockets
Since e-bikes became more accessible, a doctor said more kids have been coming in with injuries.
5 of America's wealthiest suburbs are just outside Boston, study finds
Massachusetts is home to some of the richest suburbs in America, according to a new study.
A timeline of the Karen Read case
A look at the timeline of events in Karen Read's high-profile murder trial.
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Eric Fisher has an updated weather forecast.
Python found in bathroom of New Hampshire apartment
A python was found in the bathroom of an apartment in Derry, New Hampshire.
Massachusetts women killed in Maine camper explosion
Two women were killed when a camper exploded in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. WBZ-TV's Tammy Mutasa reports.
NYPD officer, 3 others killed in Manhattan shooting
A New York City police officer and three other people were shot and killed in an office building in Midtown Manhattan. WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
Braintree Little League team prepares for New England Regionals
An undefeated Little League team from Braintree will compete in the New England Regionals. WBZ-TV's Logan Hall reports.
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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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Vrabel doesn't want players fighting in practice -- like he did 30 years ago
Mike Vrabel doesn't want to see his Patriots players fight in training camp -- even though he fought in his very first padded practice as a player nearly 30 years ago.
Training camp takeaways: Patriots put on pads for first time
Patriots training camp kicked up a notch on Monday, as the team put pads on for the first time this summer. One player returned from an injury, while another left the field.
Christian Gonzalez leaves practice with apparent leg injury
Patriots star cornerback Christian Gonzalez limped off the practice field Monday after he suffered an apparent leg injury in the team's first padded-practice of training camp.
Ja'Lynn Polk makes his Patriots training camp debut
Ja'Lynn Polk took the field with his Patriots teammates for the first time this summer in the team's first padded practice of training camp Monday in Foxboro.
Red Sox not entertaining Jarren Duran trade, according to report
Jarren Duran is expected to remain with the Boston Red Sox through Thursday's MLB trade deadline.
Which Patriots players have popped in training camp?
Dan Roche and Mike Reiss highlight which Patriots players have stood out through four training camp practices.
Aroldis Chapman day-to-day with back tightness
Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman had to leave Sunday's win over the Los Angeles Dodgers with a back injury, but Boston appears to have avoided a massive hit to its bullpen.
Alex Bregman hits 2-run HR, Red Sox take series vs. Dodgers with 4-3 win
Alex Bregman hit a two-run homer in the fifth inning and the Boston Red Sox hung on to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-3.
Crochet shakes off Ohtani's leadoff homer as Red Sox top Dodgers 4-2
Garrett Crochet struck out 10 in six innings, Jarren Duran hit a two-run triple and the Boston Red Sox beat Clayton Kershaw and the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2 on Saturday night.
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Flavored tobacco still available for purchase in Boston despite ban
E-cigarettes have been drawing in young people for years and new research finds teenagers who vape have higher rates of depression and anxiety.
EEE virus detected in Mass. mosquitoes for first time in 2025
The Eastern equine encephalitis virus, or EEE, has been identified in mosquitoes in Massachusetts for the first time in 2025.
Boston aesthetician helps clients with IVF injections
Boston nurse practitioner Alexa Nicholls Costa wants to help couples struggling with infertility by assisting with the numerous injections that are part of in vitro fertilization.
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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?
"Art on the Trails" invites you to view exhibits on a walk in Southboro
The Beals Preserve in Southboro, Massachusetts is home to a special annual outdoor art exhibit called Art on the Trails.
You can see more than 200 species of birds at this spot in Boston
Did you know there is great spot in Boston for bird watching where you can also enjoy nature?
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Flavored tobacco still available for purchase in Boston despite ban
E-cigarettes have been drawing in young people for years and new research finds teenagers who vape have higher rates of depression and anxiety.
EEE virus detected in Mass. mosquitoes for first time in 2025
The Eastern equine encephalitis virus, or EEE, has been identified in mosquitoes in Massachusetts for the first time in 2025.
Boston aesthetician helps clients with IVF injections
Boston nurse practitioner Alexa Nicholls Costa wants to help couples struggling with infertility by assisting with the numerous injections that are part of in vitro fertilization.
New procedure uses patient's own cells to treat knee injuries
MACI Arthro is a less invasive knee procedure used to repair cartilage with the patient's cells.
Working a night shift? Here's when you should eat.
Boston researchers said that the timing of meals for night shift workers could be critical for heart health.
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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.
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Keller: Looking at raises for Healey's cabinet, Boston mayor's race poll
It may be the dead of summer, but it was a busy week in Massachusetts politics.
Keller: GOP could face hot-button issues at town halls this summer
The Speaker of the House is sending members home for their summer recess but the Epstein case and other hot-button issues are sure to come up during town hall meetings.
Keller: Democrats are already road testing presidential hopefuls for 2028
Donald Trump has opened the gates to a stampede of potential Democratic 2028 presidential hopefuls from across the spectrum.
Norfolk Co. sheriff talks Mass. prisons, Karen Read case
Massachusetts' Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick McDermott is lobbying for federal funding that will help convicts reacclimate into society.
Keller: Why has investment dried up for Massachusetts tech companies?
These are tough times for venture capital, the funding source relied on by many tech startup companies. And one of the biggest slumps has hit Massachusetts.
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Hannaford in Marlboro to be replaced by another supermarket chain
Hannaford is closing one of its stores in Marlboro, Massachusetts, and another chain will be taking its place.
At Home stores in Shrewsbury and Dedham will close; tariffs may be to blame
Home decor and furniture retailer At Home has filed for bankruptcy and announced it will close 26 stores across the country, including Massachusetts's Dedham and Shrewsbury stores.
New Hampshire bakery wins free speech case involving pastry mural
A New Hampshire town's attempt to force a bakery to remove or alter its pastry painting is unconstitutional, a judge ruled.
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.
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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.
Man wins big lottery prize by playing lucky elevator numbers
A Massachusetts man's bank account is going up after he played some lucky elevator numbers to win a big lottery prize.
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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.
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Undefeated Braintree Little League team advances to New England Regionals
The Little League World Series is within reach for an undefeated Braintree team.
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NYPD officer, 3 people killed by gunman in Midtown Manhattan
A New York City police officer and three other people were killed in a shooting in Midtown Manhattan on Monday evening, police confirmed at a late-night news conference.
Parents demand changes after boy steps on used needle in South Boston park
A four-year-old boy is now on several medications after he stepped on a needle in South Boston.
Shakespeare on the Common makes theater more accessible with free shows
The star of the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company's production of "As You Like It" is also a boat captain and lighthouse keeper.
Bridgewater-Raynham nearly doubles athletic fees to $600 per sport
Students who play sports aren't the only ones impacted; these changes to the athletic fees are in addition to big cuts inside the classroom.
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Vrabel doesn't want players fighting in practice -- like he did 30 years ago
Mike Vrabel doesn't want to see his Patriots players fight in training camp -- even though he fought in his very first padded practice as a player nearly 30 years ago.
Training camp takeaways: Patriots put on pads for first time
Patriots training camp kicked up a notch on Monday, as the team put pads on for the first time this summer. One player returned from an injury, while another left the field.
Christian Gonzalez leaves practice with apparent leg injury
Patriots star cornerback Christian Gonzalez limped off the practice field Monday after he suffered an apparent leg injury in the team's first padded-practice of training camp.
Ja'Lynn Polk makes his Patriots training camp debut
Ja'Lynn Polk took the field with his Patriots teammates for the first time this summer in the team's first padded practice of training camp Monday in Foxboro.
Red Sox not entertaining Jarren Duran trade, according to report
Jarren Duran is expected to remain with the Boston Red Sox through Thursday's MLB trade deadline.