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Risk of rain for Memorial Day weekend
There are some weather complications for the holiday weekend forecast.
Above normal 2022 Atlantic hurricane season predicted
The official start of hurricane season begins June 1st.
COVID-19 in Massachusetts: Latest developments
Get the latest COVID-19 related news updated throughout the day.
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Live updates: At least 19 children, 2 adults dead after shooter opens fire at Texas elementary school
Authorities said the shooter was killed on the scene by law enforcement officials.
Sailing team raising money to help prevent veteran suicide
The world-famous Figawi race is this weekend and a local sailing team is raising money to prevent veteran suicide.
Dog joins Newton Wellesley Hospital staff to provide unique support
Buddy the golden retriever will work 40-hours a week to comfort and distract patients.
Massachusetts gas prices holding at record $4.73 a gallon
Gas prices in Massachusetts have not risen or fallen in the last six days.
Texas school shooting prompts local districts to increase patrols
Gloucester, Barnstable, and Tewksbury will have more officers on campus to help students and families feel safer.
Connecticut senator begs for gun compromise after Texas shooting
Connecticut U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy begged his colleagues to pass legislation addressing the nation's gun problem.
Medford woman applied for restraining order before her death
The woman found dead outside her Medford home Monday tried to take out a restraining order against her estranged husband.
Massachusetts restaurants dealing with new supply-chain issues
The Massachusetts Restaurants Association says there have been supply-chain issues & wholesale food cost increases.
Monkeypox patient released from Mass General Hospital
The Massachusetts man who was identified as the first case of monkeypox in the U.S. was released from the hospital Tuesday.
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State Representative wants schools to allow mental health days for students
A bill introduced before the pandemic would allow two excused absences for mental health days.
How social emotional learning builds skills to help kids improve their mental health
Students are learning strategies like breathing exercises to help them cope with their emotions.
Mental Health is Health: A roundtable discussion
Join Dr. Mallika Marshall and our panel for a discussion on mental health.
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Smart, Williams listed as questionable for Celtics-Heat Game 5
We're playing the waiting game with Marcus Smart and Robert Williams again.
Red Sox pound White Sox 16-3, extend win streak to 6 games
Trevor Story and Christian Vazquez each hit a three-run home run and drove in four runs in the win.
Jayson Tatum named to All-NBA First Team
Jayson Tatum has taken another step toward NBA superstardom.
Pats' locker room lower on Super Bowl champs than past years
Change is always the name of the game, and that's always evident in the roster turnover from year to year across the league.
David Ortiz sees greatness in Jayson Tatum
David Ortiz says that Jayson Tatum has all the right tools to become an NBA great, and his rise to the top is coming.
Chase Winovich looks like a completely different person
Chase Winovich is on a new team. He looks like a new person.
Celtics see Game 5 as a must-win
The Celtics bounced back once again Monday night, bringing their record to a perfect 5-0 this postseason following a defeat.
Robert Williams dominated in his short time on the floor in Game 4
Robert Williams played only 19 minutes in Game 4, but he made a big impact in the Celtics win.
Celtics blow out Heat in Game 4, Eastern Conference Finals tied 2-2
Jayson Tatum bounced back and the Celtics locked down the Heat in Game 4 to even the Eastern Conference Finals at 2-2.
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Local team sailing in renowned Figawi race to raise money to help prevent veteran suicide
WBZ TV's Liam Martin reports.
Next Weather: WBZ morning forecast for May 25
Jacob Wycoff has your latest weather forecast.
Wednesday's Child: 17-year-old Erick
Erick enjoys playing with Nerf guns, playing video games, and listening to music
Medford woman Barbara Novaes applied for restraining order weeks before her death
WBZ-TV's Ken MacLeod reports.
Next Weather: WBZ Weather Forecast
Eric Fisher has your latest weather forecast.
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Monkeypox patient released from Mass General Hospital
The Massachusetts man who was identified as the first case of monkeypox in the U.S. was released from the hospital Tuesday.
Massachusetts reports COVID positivity rate at 8.58%, 33 additional deaths over 3 days
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts has increased to 8.58%.
Study: Growing up with dogs may reduce Crohn's disease risk
Man's best friend could be your toddler's as well.
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Program helps kids resume school after mental health issues
The program is now being implemented nationwide and bridging a gap to get struggling kids to stay in school.
American Heritage Museum offers interactive history of war
At the American Heritage Museum in Hudson, the focus is not celebrating our conflicts but making sure we don't repeat the mistakes of the past.
It Happens Here: Roxbury's Dudley Greenhouse Gives Residents Chance To Grow Their Own Food
A major effort is underway to tackle food insecurity in Roxbury and the surrounding neighborhoods of Boston.
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Monkeypox patient released from Mass General Hospital
The Massachusetts man who was identified as the first case of monkeypox in the U.S. was released from the hospital Tuesday.
Massachusetts reports COVID positivity rate at 8.58%, 33 additional deaths over 3 days
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts has increased to 8.58%.
Study: Growing up with dogs may reduce Crohn's disease risk
Man's best friend could be your toddler's as well.
Study: global warming could make it harder to get good sleep
Global warming could have a profound impact on our ability to get a good night's sleep.
Massachusetts reports 7,626 new COVID cases, positivity rate drops to 8.30%
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported 7,626 new confirmed COVID cases on Monday.
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Massachusetts struggles to keep up with mental health crisis for kids, teens
Kids in crisis often end up waiting for days or weeks in emergency rooms. It's a practice called "boarding."
Chelsea residents outraged over toxic debris dumped near homes
Chelsea residents gathered Wednesday evening to get answers about the state's dumping of a pile of rubble filled with asbestos.
Removal of debris pile contaminated with asbestos underway
Crews in Chelsea have begun removing a pile of debris that is contaminated with asbestos on Friday.
I-Team: Zelle blamed after hackers steal teen's bank account
Zelle is now a favorite for thieves because once the money is transferred out, it's nearly impossible to get back.
I-Team: debris containing asbestos dumped in Chelsea in July
Hazardous construction material was dumped in Chelsea last July and had been sitting next to a public housing development.
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"Faces of COVID" account serves as reminder of lives lost during pandemic
The "Faces of COVID" Twitter account remembers lives lost during the pandemic.
Keller @ Large: Women's Soccer Pay Agreement Spotlights Gender Wage Gap
As women's soccer players negotiate equal pay, the question remains: What about the rest of America's women?
Mystery remains after Pentagon reveals UFO database
While the hearing did reveal some detail, a lot still remains a mystery.
Efforts to boost airline passenger rights remain grounded
Airline dissatisfaction is taking off, and lawmakers have noticed.
Keller & Large: Push for gas tax holiday takes toll on partisan unity
With gas prices rising, deviation from the party line is a growth stock these days.
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Wayfair opening Lynnfield store to showcase furniture brand
Wayfair is opening a new physical store on the North Shore this week.
BPS announces contract with Black-owned City Fresh Foods
Roxbury based and minority-owned City Fresh Foods is taking on the responsibility of providing meals to almost 50,000 Boston Public School students starting on July 1.
Gaming Commission reports about $99 million in April revenue across all casinos
Inflation did not hurt the casino business in Massachusetts.
Robots help distribution center workers become more productive, less fatigued
Robots at Top Notch Distributors are giving current employees a big boost.
New robots help Mansfield distribution center workers become more productive, less fatigued
Robots at Top Notch Distributors are giving current employees a big boost. WBZ-TV's Breana Pitts reports.
Offbeat
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Maine K9 finds missing woman, days after tracking down girl
A Maine K9 has been hard at work over the past few days.
Peterboro Basket Co. in NH closing, citing forest pest
The Peterboro Basket Company has been in business since 1854.
Killer whale spotted by fisherman off Nantucket
A fishing crew spotted a majestic sight in the waters off Massachusetts this week – an orca whale.
Bobcat breaks into Vermont home, attacks elderly man inside
An elderly man in Vermont had a wild encounter with a bobcat when the animal broke into his home and attacked him.
Boston area glimpses "super flower blood moon" lunar eclipse
Sunday night brought the first total eclipse to the northeast in over three years.
New England Living
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The art of a proper English Tea
From tea served in traditional antique China, to an elegant tower of crustless finger sandwiches.
New England Living: Scallop and risotto recipe
We're in the Test Kitchen with chefs from Strega Italiano.
New England Living: Mixing up a Tiger Lily cocktail
In our Mixology series, a lesson on how to make a fun and easy summer cocktail.
Behind the scenes at WaterFire Providence
WaterFire has been a Providence tradition for over 25 years.
Glassblowing at The Bubble Factory in Essex
The Bubble Factory is a multimedia workshop and classroom.
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At least 19 children, 2 adults killed after shooter opens fire at Texas elementary school
The shooter is also dead, and is believed to have been killed by responding law enforcement officers.
Sailing team raising money to help prevent veteran suicide
The world-famous Figawi race is this weekend and a local sailing team is raising money to prevent veteran suicide.
Massachusetts gas prices holding at record $4.73 a gallon
Gas prices in Massachusetts have not risen or fallen in the last six days.
Texas school shooting prompts local districts to increase patrols
Gloucester, Barnstable, and Tewksbury will have more officers on campus to help students and families feel safer.
Connecticut senator begs for gun compromise after Texas shooting
Connecticut U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy begged his colleagues to pass legislation addressing the nation's gun problem.
Sports
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Smart, Williams listed as questionable for Celtics-Heat Game 5
We're playing the waiting game with Marcus Smart and Robert Williams again.
Red Sox pound White Sox 16-3, extend win streak to 6 games
Trevor Story and Christian Vazquez each hit a three-run home run and drove in four runs in the win.
Jayson Tatum named to All-NBA First Team
Jayson Tatum has taken another step toward NBA superstardom.
Pats' locker room lower on Super Bowl champs than past years
Change is always the name of the game, and that's always evident in the roster turnover from year to year across the league.
David Ortiz sees greatness in Jayson Tatum
David Ortiz says that Jayson Tatum has all the right tools to become an NBA great, and his rise to the top is coming.