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Maps show where freezing rain, snow could fall in New England
It will be an active week of weather in Massachusetts with some wintry conditions possible.
Juan Soto signs with the New York Mets
Juan Soto is not signing with the Boston Red Sox, instead inking a massive new contract with the New York Mets.
Oil spill in Boston's Muddy River leaves animals covered with oil
Animals were left covered in oil in Boston and Brookline Sunday evening after a spill in Boston's Muddy River.
Is it worth haggling over the cost of college tuition?
Consumers haggle over the price of big-ticket items like homes and cars. So should they also bargain over the cost of college tuition?
Boston Mayor Wu says Fernandes Anderson should step aside after arrest
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu called for the resignation of Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson after she was arrested on Friday for corruption charges.
Boston College to face Nebraska in the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium
Boston College's football team is heading to the Bronx, where they will take on Nebraska for the first time in the Pinstripe Bowl later this month.
Bonded trio and two young kittens up for adoption through The Cat Connection
A bonded trio and two playful kittens were featured on this week's Pet Parade.
NFL storylines to follow during Patriots bye week
The Patriots don't play on Sunday, but there are plenty of storylines for New England fans to following around the NFL.
Remains of airman from Southbridge who went missing in 1945 identified
The remains of a World War II airman from Massachusetts have been positively identified, nearly 80 years after he went missing in action.
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Watch: Massachusetts high school football state championship highlights
All eight MIAA state football championship games were played at Gillette Stadium.
Cups tossed in Mass. Starbucks recycling bins tracked to incinerators
WBZ put Apple AirTags inside a number of Starbucks cups to track where they ended up.
Your home heating bill could be the same or lower than last year
Home heating bills in Massachusetts could be cheaper this winter, according to an economist.
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Inaugural Moon Awards honors Korean culture and accomplishments in New England
WBZ-TV's Tiffany Chan was awarded Ally of the Year and received a handmade moon jar by artist Yeonsoo Kim.
Next Weather: WBZ weather forecast
Alyssa Andrews has your latest weather forecast.
Wildlife rescue groups help birds covered with oil after spill in Boston's Muddy River
Animals were left covered in oil in Boston and Brookline Sunday evening after a spill in Boston's Muddy River. WBZ-TV's Samantha Chaney reports.
Boston College to take on Nebraska in the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium
Boston College's football team is heading to the Bronx, where they will take on Nebraska for the first time in the Pinstripe Bowl later this month.
Syrians in Boston celebrate the fall of the Assad regime in Syria
Boston's Syrian community celebrated in Copley Square after rebels entered the capital city of Damascus, declaring it liberated. WBZ-TV's Logan Hall reports.
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Woman's hospital stay approved after I-Team's Call for Action gets involved
A Cape Cod woman reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action after struggling to get her health insurance provider to approve an overnight hospital stay for a major surgical procedure.
Supervisor in Karen Read case disciplined for lack of oversight
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
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Randy Moss stepping away from ESPN to deal with health issue
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
Harvard professor warns of "forever chemicals" in beauty products
If beauty products are on your Christmas list this year, one Massachusetts doctor is urging you to check labels for ingredients that may be hazardous to your health.
Keller: Why "brain rot" is Oxford's word of the year
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
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Juan Soto signs with the New York Mets
Juan Soto is not signing with the Boston Red Sox, instead inking a massive new contract with the New York Mets.
Boston College to face Nebraska in the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium
Boston College's football team is heading to the Bronx, where they will take on Nebraska for the first time in the Pinstripe Bowl later this month.
Juan Soto has not eliminated Boston Red Sox from free agency sweepstakes, report says
The Juan Soto free agency saga continues to drag on as the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings arrive.
Grizzlies beat Celtics 127-121 and snap 10-game losing streak in Boston
Ja Morant had 32 points, nine assists and nine rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies snapped a 10-game losing streak in Boston with a 127-121 win over the Celtics on Saturday night.
Bruins rally past the Flyers for their 4th straight win
Pavel Zacha scored 2:49 into overtime, and the Boston Bruins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 on Saturday for their fourth straight victory.
Newton baseball player devoted to mentoring teammates, helping community
A baseball player at Newton North High School in Massachusetts is dedicated to helping both his teammates and his community, even months before baseball season begins.
NFL storylines to follow during Patriots bye week
The Patriots don't play on Sunday, but there are plenty of storylines for New England fans to following around the NFL.
Jayson Tatum scores 34, Celtics beat Bucks 111-105
Jayson Tatum had 34 points and 10 rebounds, and the Boston Celtics held on to beat the Bucks 111-105 on Friday night in Khris Middelton's season debut for Milwaukee.
Jaylen Brown fined $25k by NBA for "inappropriate gesture"
Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown has been fined $25,000 by the NBA for his "inappropriate gesture" toward Isaiah Stewart of the Pistons on Wednesday night
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What are the consequences for teacher strikes in Massachusetts?
Striking teachers are going without pay, as school committee members say it's illegal to pay an employee who is on strike.
Why are pet insurance prices suddenly so high?
Pet insurance is much more expensive than it used to be. Why? Clear answers are hard to come by.
Should youth sports be regulated in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts is a national leader in youth sports participation, but club sports and travel teams are taking a toll on families.
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The Joe Frogger cookie is a big part of Marblehead's history
The popular Joe Frogger cookie can be traced back to colonial times in Marblehead, Massachusetts.
Model train museum brings mini Boston neighborhoods to life
The Bay State Model Railroad Museum in Roslindale is a non-profit that's run entirely by unpaid volunteers.
Teddie Peanut Butter and Night Shift Brewing team up to make beer
Two neighboring businesses in Everett, Massachusetts are bringing peanut butter and beer together for a good cause.
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Randy Moss stepping away from ESPN to deal with health issue
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
Harvard professor warns of "forever chemicals" in beauty products
If beauty products are on your Christmas list this year, one Massachusetts doctor is urging you to check labels for ingredients that may be hazardous to your health.
Keller: Why "brain rot" is Oxford's word of the year
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Vikings legend Randy Moss "battling something internal"
Minnesota Vikings legend and NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss said he is "battling something internal" and asked for prayers on Sunday.
New Boston program aims to improve labor and delivery for Black women
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
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Woman's hospital stay approved after I-Team's Call for Action gets involved
A Cape Cod woman reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action after struggling to get her health insurance provider to approve an overnight hospital stay for a major surgical procedure.
Supervisor in Karen Read case disciplined for lack of oversight
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
Cape land nearly stolen in latest property scam uncovered by I-Team
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
I-Team: Pink cocaine may have reached the Boston area
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Winthrop residents call for voters to decide on MBTA Communities Act
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
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Is it worth haggling over the cost of college tuition?
Consumers haggle over the price of big-ticket items like homes and cars. So should they also bargain over the cost of college tuition?
Keller: Why "brain rot" is Oxford's word of the year
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
City Councilor Ed Flynn on Mayor Wu's first term, Boston Common safety
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn joined WBZ-TV this week for a one-on-one interview for Sunday's "Keller At Large."
Keller's Boston 2024 turkeys include drivers, former Harvard president
Jon Keller has his annual list of turkeys in the Boston area for Thanksgiving 2024.
Will Massachusetts backslide without MCAS graduation requirement?
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
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Plans revealed for pot cafes and more in Mass.
Massachusetts is getting closer to allowing pot cafes and other sites for social marijuana consumption.
Bertucci's closes North Shore restaurant
Bertucci's has closed its Swampscott restaurant, leaving only 15 locations in Massachusetts.
Longtime Cape Cod ice cream shop sold to new owners
Four Seas Ice Cream, fixture on Cape Cod since 1934, has been sold.
Author has big plans for Mass. town even as bookstore loses money
Jeff Kinney, the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" author and owner of An Unlikely Story, is determined to make Plainville proud.
What's open and what's closed on Thanksgiving in Massachusetts?
Blue laws in Massachusetts require most stores to close for Thanksgiving. Here's what to know.
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Fan wins big on Celtics scratch ticket, quotes Kevin Garnett
A mechanic from Seekonk is the first $1 million winner from a new Celtics scratch ticket in Massachusetts.
Endangered whale seen doing something "surprising" off Cape Cod
Researchers spotted a right whale in Cape Cod Bay exhibiting behavior that is typically seen later in the season.
Lizzie Borden House named one of the best haunted hotels
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
Should Boston legalize jaywalking?
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston takes step toward revitalizing old bear dens
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
New England Living
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Meet the "brewstillery" making beer and spirits in Newport, Rhode Island
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn provides a unique dining experience for all foodies
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Visit Newport's Audrain Automobile Museum to learn more about automotive history
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Boston's Prezza serving up a spicy twist on a classic cocktail
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Making gourmet chocolates with Chef Delphin Gomes from M. Cacao in Amesbury
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
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Oil spill in Boston's Muddy River leaves animals covered with oil
Animals were left covered in oil in Boston and Brookline Sunday evening after a spill in Boston's Muddy River.
Maps show where freezing rain, snow could fall in New England
Our weather pattern remains active heading into the work week with two rounds of rain on the way, and a wintry mix possible for some late Monday.
Is it worth haggling over the cost of college tuition?
Consumers haggle over the price of big-ticket items like homes and cars. So should they also bargain over the cost of college tuition?
Boston Mayor Wu says Fernandes Anderson should step aside after arrest
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu called for the resignation of Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson after she was arrested on Friday for corruption charges.
Remains of airman from Southbridge who went missing in 1945 identified
The remains of a World War II airman from Massachusetts have been positively identified, nearly 80 years after he went missing in action.
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Juan Soto signs with the New York Mets
Juan Soto is not signing with the Boston Red Sox, instead inking a massive new contract with the New York Mets.
Boston College to face Nebraska in the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium
Boston College's football team is heading to the Bronx, where they will take on Nebraska for the first time in the Pinstripe Bowl later this month.
Juan Soto has not eliminated Boston Red Sox from free agency sweepstakes, report says
The Juan Soto free agency saga continues to drag on as the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings arrive.
Grizzlies beat Celtics 127-121 and snap 10-game losing streak in Boston
Ja Morant had 32 points, nine assists and nine rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies snapped a 10-game losing streak in Boston with a 127-121 win over the Celtics on Saturday night.
Bruins rally past the Flyers for their 4th straight win
Pavel Zacha scored 2:49 into overtime, and the Boston Bruins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 on Saturday for their fourth straight victory.