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Bear shot dead at Middleton home after killing goats, chickens
A homeowner shot and killed an 80-pound bear at a home in Middleton Friday morning.
Two young girls in serious condition after being hit by SUV in Peabody
The driver of the SUV has been arrested for driving on a suspended license.
Giant pumpkin weighing 2,480 pounds breaks Topsfield Fair record
A new record-setting pumpkin is on display at the Topsfield Fair.
Ian brings flooding, damage to South Carolina; death toll rises in Florida
Ian was expected to weaken Saturday and "dissipate early Sunday," the National Hurricane Center reported.
Students, faculty gather at Harvard to protest Iran's treatment of women
Protests spotlighted Mahsa Amini, who died in custody of Iran's morality police after she was arrested for her loose head covering.
Oldest public high school in America celebrates 200 years in Boston
Students at English High School in Boston are taking advantage of the "Career Pathways" program.
Team of Mass doctors heads to Florida to help in wake of Ian
The team of 37 Massachusetts doctors will set up an emergency department in the parking lot of a Sarasota hospital.
Many cats evacuated to Mass from Florida ready for adoption
The cats range in age from weeks-old kittens to 13-year-olds.
Pete Frates' mother excited about FDA approval of drug to treat ALS
The FDA has approved a drug to treat ALS thanks to funding from the Ice Bucket challenge.
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Is Massachusetts ready for a hurricane like Ian?
One problem in Massachusetts? Our pitched roofs, which are designed for heavy snow.
Hurley: Dolphins, NFL failed Tua Tagovailoa
Michael Hurley says everybody involved in putting Tua Tagovailoa on the field Thursday night failed him.
Listeria outbreak linked to multiple brands of brie, camembert cheese
According to the CDC, six people have gotten sick and five have been hospitalized.
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Giant pumpkin weighing 2,480 pounds breaks Topsfield Fair record
A new record-setting pumpkin is on display at the Topsfield Fair.
Record-breaking pumpkin on view at Topsfield Fair
The pumpkin weighed in at 2,480 pounds.
Students, faculty gather at Harvard to protest Iran's treatment of women
WBZ-TV's Juli McDonald reports.
Next Weather: WBZ Weather Forecast
Eric Fisher has your latest weather forecast.
Team of Mass doctors heads to Florida to help in wake of Ian
The team of 37 Massachusetts doctors will set up an emergency department in the parking lot of a Sarasota hospital.
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Next Weather: WBZ Weather Forecast
Eric Fisher has your latest weather forecast.
Fall foliage search begins in New England: Where to go this weekend
The most important factor in getting a good foliage season is the weather conditions in the weeks leading up to and during the changeover.
I-Team Investigations
I-Team: Unions furious that Soldiers' Home superintendent will return to work
There are new problems for the Chelsea Soldiers' Home.
I-Team: City knew about potential light pole danger as far back as 2017
The most recent bridge inspection from January included photos of the poles and found severe deficiencies in the steel that required repairs.
Woman hurt by falling light pole while walking in Seaport District
Sources told the WBZ-TV I-Team that a woman was hurt Tuesday when a light pole fell on her while she was walking in Boston's Seaport District.
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Guerrero homers, wild-card Blue Jays rout Red Sox 8-0
The Blue Jays are 14-3 against the Red Sox this season, outsourcing Boston by 56 runs.
Patriots-Packers Week 4 predictions
Do the Patriots have a chance against the 2-1 Packers? Here's how our sports team sees Sunday afternoon playing out.
Mac Jones officially ruled out for Packers game
The quarterback was present on the practice field on Friday for the early portion of Patriots practice that was open to the media.
A jovial Bill Belichick gives insight on Mac Jones' status
On Friday, it was a different Bill Belichick at the podium, as the head coach provided much more detail and context on the situation Mac Jones is currently dealing with this week. He also provided some rare levity.
Celtics signing Blake Griffin
The Celtics are adding some depth to their frontcourt.
Hurley: Dolphins, NFL failed Tua Tagovailoa
Michael Hurley says everybody involved in putting Tua Tagovailoa on the field Thursday night failed him.
What to watch for in Sunday's Patriots-Packers matchup
Here's what we'll be watching for when the two teams kick off on WBZ-TV on Sunday.
Red Sox beat Orioles for 3rd straight win
J.D. Martinez hit a two-run homer to break an eighth-inning tie.
Patriots players on Tua Tagovailoa injury: "Dude should not have been playing"
Patriots players were among those on social media questioning why Tugavailoa was playing at all Thursday night.
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Tewksbury is home to America's first Public Health Museum
The museum helps educate people about public health by using fascinating artifacts.
Norwood's 200-year-old Winsmith Mill now a special shopping center
The Winsmith Mill Shops in Norwood is a 200-year-old building filled with local shops, artists and an underground music venue.
Roxbury's Madhouse Motors breaks barriers with custom motorcycle parts
Madhouse Motors in Roxbury is a home for motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world.
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FDA approves ALS drug with study partly funded by Ice Bucket Challenge
There's still some uncertainty about the drug's efficacy.
Massachusetts wastewater data shows big increase in COVID levels
Wastewater data in Massachusetts has shown an uptick in COVID levels across the state.
Alzheimer's drug shows hopeful results in clinical trial
The Alzheimer's Association expressed hope over the results.
Doctor recommends getting flu shot earlier, due to rise in cases
Doctors' offices across the state are being inundated with sick kids, with flu cases popping up earlier than usual.
Adults should be screened for anxiety, task force recommends
The US Preventive Services Task Force says for the first time that adults under the age of 65 should be screened for anxiety.
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I-Team: Unions furious that Soldiers' Home superintendent will return to work
There are new problems for the Chelsea Soldiers' Home.
I-Team: City knew about potential light pole danger as far back as 2017
The most recent bridge inspection from January included photos of the poles and found severe deficiencies in the steel that required repairs.
Woman hurt by falling light pole while walking in Seaport District
Sources told the WBZ-TV I-Team that a woman was hurt Tuesday when a light pole fell on her while she was walking in Boston's Seaport District.
I-Team's Call For Action gets man refund after thieves spend $6,000 on Airbnbs
A Merrimack man discovered thousands of dollars of fraudulent charges on his credit card and the bank said he was responsible for it.
19 Massachusetts police officers off the job as result of the new law enforcement certification
The WBZ I-Team has learned 19 police officers are no longer certified to serve in Massachusetts because of a new effort to boost the public's trust in law enforcement.
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Keller: Next Massachusetts governor will face electricity cost crisis
Candidates Geoff Diehl and Maura Healey have different approaches to handle state's energy needs.
Keller @ Large: Truth test for TV ads in one of NH's congressional races
Jon Keller digs into the claims made by TV ads in the race between incumbent Democrat Chris Pappas and Republican nominee Karoline Leavitt.
Watch the complete Question 1 debate: The "Millionaire's Tax"
Question 1 on the Massachusetts statewide ballot this November deals with the so-called "Millionaire's Tax."
Keller: Should voters care about decline in debates before Election Day?
Election Day is less than two months away and more political candidates in Massachusetts are reluctant to debate.
Keller: DeSantis's Vineyard migrant stunt makes immigration crisis worse
Jon Keller says Florida's governor is exploiting migrants by sending them to the Vineyard to score cheap political points with the uninformed and easily frightened.
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3 Bed Bath & Beyond stores in Massachusetts on closing list
Three Bed Bath & Beyond stores in Massachusetts are on a "store closings" list on the struggling retailer's website.
Child labor violations reported at New England restaurants
The Labor Department is highlighting child labor law violations it says it found at New England restaurants.
Regal Cinemas owner files for bankruptcy
The company is dealing with billions of dollars in debt and lower-than-expected attendance at screenings.
Some Boston hotels, restaurants, still desperate for workers as business returns
Despite the boom in business, some hotels and restaurants say they still cannot reach pre-pandemic staff levels.
Sam's Club raising membership prices
Add a Sam's Club membership to the list of subscriptions that are getting more expensive.
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Some Boston-area restaurants add hunger relief donation option to menus
There's a new menu option at some local restaurants.
Man on date retrieves 11 phones from bottom of Charles River
A man trying to find his own phone that he dropped in the Charles made quite the discovery.
Beloved Beverly seal "Shoebert" released back into ocean
"Shoebert" captured the heart of the Beverly community after hanging out at Shoe Pond and later turning himself in.
100-year-old New Hampshire woman awarded honorary diploma
A 100-year-old woman who left high school to care for her brother during the Great Depression has been awarded an honorary diploma in New Hampshire.
Bright lights spotted over Mass. were satellites, not NASA mission
Some people reported seeing strange lights moving through the night sky.
New England Living
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Health food for pets at Loyal Biscuit of Maine
Loyal Biscuit is known throughout Maine as the go-to health food store for pets.
Visiting the Owls Head Transportation Museum
Owls Head Transportation Museum is one of Midcoast Maine's top tourist spots.
Sailing the coast with Maine Windjammer
Cruising on this fleet of sailboats promises spectacular scenery, great food, and pure adventure.
Luxury boutique hotels in Midcoast Maine
The Bay View Collection offers a fully integrated Midcoast Maine vacation.
Custom knives crafted in Cambridge
MKS custom knives are used by professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts all over the world.
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Giant pumpkin weighing 2,480 pounds breaks Topsfield Fair record
A new record-setting pumpkin is on display at the Topsfield Fair.
Ian brings flooding, damage to South Carolina; death toll rises in Florida
Ian was expected to weaken Saturday and "dissipate early Sunday," the National Hurricane Center reported.
Students, faculty gather at Harvard to protest Iran's treatment of women
Protests spotlighted Mahsa Amini, who died in custody of Iran's morality police after she was arrested for her loose head covering.
Team of Mass doctors heads to Florida to help in wake of Ian
The team of 37 Massachusetts doctors will set up an emergency department in the parking lot of a Sarasota hospital.
Is Massachusetts ready for a hurricane like Ian?
One problem in Massachusetts? Our pitched roofs, which are designed for heavy snow.
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Guerrero homers, wild-card Blue Jays rout Red Sox 8-0
The Blue Jays are 14-3 against the Red Sox this season, outsourcing Boston by 56 runs.
Patriots-Packers Week 4 predictions
Do the Patriots have a chance against the 2-1 Packers? Here's how our sports team sees Sunday afternoon playing out.
Mac Jones officially ruled out for Packers game
The quarterback was present on the practice field on Friday for the early portion of Patriots practice that was open to the media.
A jovial Bill Belichick gives insight on Mac Jones' status
On Friday, it was a different Bill Belichick at the podium, as the head coach provided much more detail and context on the situation Mac Jones is currently dealing with this week. He also provided some rare levity.
Celtics signing Blake Griffin
The Celtics are adding some depth to their frontcourt.