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High heat, oppressive humidity and storm threats in forecast through Friday
High heat, oppressive humidity and a few thunderstorms are all in the weather forecast for the Boston area through Friday evening.
Kids' lemonade stand robbed by 2 thieves with gun in South Boston
Boston Police are looking for two armed robbers who held up a children's lemonade stand at gunpoint in South Boston.
Adam Montgomery's murder conviction in death of daughter overturned
The New Hampshire Supreme Court has overturned the murder conviction of Adam Montgomery in the death of his daughter Harmony.
Child hit and killed by Amtrak train in Springfield
A child was hit and killed by an Amtrak train in Springfield, Massachusetts Wednesday.
Look inside newly transformed Gillette Stadium ahead of the World Cup
The home of the New England Patriots and the Revolution has a new look as the World Cup gets underway.
Scotland World Cup fans arrive in Boston: "I'm going to find Cheers"
Scottish fans, some wearing kilts, arrived in Boston ahead of the match against Haiti this weekend.
Mbappé, French national team greet fans in Boston: "It was life-changing"
When the French national team pulled up to their Boston hotel for their World Cup run, they were greeted by hundreds of fans.
Foster dog stolen while on walk in Saugus
A woman says her foster dog, a French bulldog mix, was taken by a man while she was walking in a wooded area in Saugus, Massachusetts.
Garlic mustard is on the Prohibited Plant List. Here's why.
Garlic mustard might look like an innocent wildflower, but conservationists say it's one of the most invasive plants in Massachusetts.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule and how to watch
104 World Cup games are being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
When the U.S. men's soccer team is playing in the World Cup
The U.S. Men's National Team is one of three host nations alongside Canada and Mexico.
How FIFA World Cup rules on extra time and tiebreakers work
Some of the tournament's most memorable moments may come after the clock hits 90 minutes.
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Next Weather: WBZ midday forecast for June 11, 2026
Alyssa Andrews has your latest weather forecast.
Trump says he may soon give order to take control of Iran's oil facilities
President Trump said he may soon give the order to take control of Iran's oil facilities.
See how Gillette Stadium has been transformed for the FIFA World Cup
The home of the New England Patriots and Revolution has a new look as the World Cup is getting underway. Here's a look inside the Foxboro, Massachusetts facility, which will be known as Boston Stadium.
Boston businesses set to host World Cup watch parties
The World Cup is getting underway and Boston is ready to celebrate.
Murder conviction overturned for Harmony Montgomery's father
Adam Montgomery's murder conviction was overturned by the New Hampshire Supreme Court.
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E-ZPass mix up nearly cost driver his registration. Then Call for Action helped.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
What we know about accused Memorial Drive gunman Tyler Brown
The gunman who allegedly opened fire on passing cars on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts is 46-year-old Tyler Brown from Boston.
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Look inside newly transformed Gillette Stadium ahead of the World Cup
The home of the New England Patriots and the Revolution has a new look as the World Cup gets underway.
How FIFA World Cup rules on extra time and tiebreakers work for 2026
Games are likely to be tied at the end of regulation at the 2026 World Cup, especially in the late stages of the tournament with a highly competitive field.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule and how to watch
With 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, it's like "a Super Bowl every single day for five weeks," U.S. team captain Tim Ream told CBS News.
See when the U.S. men's soccer team is playing in 2026 World Cup
The U.S. men's national soccer team, which last appeared at the 2022 World Cup, will face Paraguay to kick off its 2026 World Cup.
Struggling Red Sox swept by Rays despite late power surge
Drew Rasmussen struck out a career-high 13 and two-hit the Boston Red Sox over seven scoreless innings, leading the Tampa Bay Rays to a 7-5 victory Wednesday.
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A tool to help keep dementia in check
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
Possible measles exposure at Logan Airport
There was a possible measles exposure at Logan Airport in Boston last week, Massachusetts health officials say.
Blood test could predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms appear
A new study finds that a simple blood test could predict Alzheimer's disease long before symptoms appear.
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Why are more young people getting angry about AI?
About half of Gen Z say they use AI at least once per week, but that doesn't mean they are thrilled.
Marblehead man's viral moment exposes loophole in MBTA Communities Law
David Modica's viral moment made people realize the state law means you have to permit for housing, but you don't actually have to build any.
Bill Galvin's in a series of new ads. What are they and who's paying for them?
Massachusetts Secretary of State Bill Galvin is in series of commercials at a time when he's running for re-election. Here's what he had to say about that.
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E-ZPass mix up nearly cost driver his registration. Then Call for Action helped.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
What we know about accused Memorial Drive gunman Tyler Brown
The gunman who allegedly opened fire on passing cars on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts is 46-year-old Tyler Brown from Boston.
State rep. wants to return non-lethal tools to Tewksbury State Hospital security
There have been four violent attacks in three weeks at Tewksbury Hospital and a state representative is taking the fight to Beacon Hill to give security the non-lethal equipment back.
5-year-old with autism isolated in Gloucester school's quiet room
A family is demanding answers from the Gloucester, Massachusetts school district, after learning their five-year-old son was left alone in a quiet room for nearly half an hour.
State takes pepper spray, non-lethal tools from Tewksbury Hospital security
A nurse says the decision is leaving the staff and patients at Tewksbury Hospital vulnerable to serious injury.
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Barney Frank, Massachusetts congressman for 32 years, dies at 86
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
Keller: Political battles now fought on government websites
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
New poll shows who voters blame for government shutdown
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
Keller: Sununu enters N.H. Senate race and that's bad news for Brown
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Keller: Moulton running against Markey in Senate race is about age
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
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"So wild." Black bear spotted on New Hampshire jetty
There have been multiple sightings of a black bear in some unusual locations on the seacoast of New Hampshire and in southern Maine.
Why did thousands of squid wash up on a Provincetown beach?
There's a smelly situation on the beach in Provincetown, Massachusetts after thousands of squid washed up on shore
Where do the fish at the New England Aquarium come from?
Have you ever wondered where all the fish in the New England Aquarium come from? The answer is just down the road in Quincy.
Hopkinton police investigate strange video of person in road in middle of night
Hopkinton, Massachusetts police are investigating video of a "suspicious" person walking into the middle of a road at night in front of a car.
Boston man jumps into freezing Charles River to rescue his dog
A Boston man says he's lucky to be alive after jumping into the Charles River to save his dog.
New England Living
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Inside the annual grape-harvest at an award-winning N.H. winery
Complete with vineyard views and seasonally inspired dining, the award-winning LaBelle Winery offers one of New England's most distinctive winery experiences.
Artisanal cheese shop in Cambridge is first in U.S. to have cheese cave
With a carefully curated collection of artisan cheeses and specialty foods sourced from around the world, Formaggio Kitchen has been a beloved destination for food lovers for over four decades.
MasterChef winners to open new provisions shop on South Shore
South Shore natives and MasterChef winners Jesse Rosenwald and Jessica Bosworth are no strangers to the kitchen.
Woodland railroad in Holliston brings miniature steam railroading to life
Built and operated entirely by volunteers, Waushakum Live Steamers brings miniature steam railroading to life on a full-scale landscape.
Massachusetts chef opened his first restaurant at just 24 years old
A Newburyport native, multitalented author, potter, and chef, Dave Becker opened his first restaurant at just 24 years old.