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Karen Read trial features emotional testimony from John O’Keefe’s mother
Peggy O'Keefe spoke publicly about her son's death for the first time during the Karen Read trial Wednesday.
Patriots 2025 NFL Draft Guide: Picks, needs, and rumors
The NFL Draft has finally arrived. Here's what time the Patriots will be on the clock and what they need.
Jaylen Brown scores 36 as Celtics beat Magic in Game 2
Jaylen Brown had 36 points and 10 rebounds and the Boston Celtics beat the Orlando Magic 109-100 in Game 2.
Mother dies in fall at Purgatory Chasm in Sutton
A mother out for a hike with her family has died after falling at Purgatory Chasm in Sutton.
There's a farm in Boston that's an important part of the community
There's a farm in the city of Boston that grows thousands of pounds of produce every year.
Seafood industry looks to capitalize on New England's invasive green crab
Warming waters off New England's coast has contributed to the proliferation of the green crab, one of the world's most invasive species.
Popular botanic garden calls federal grant cut "devastating"
The New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill in Boylston says a $250,000 grant has been canceled.
Program helps Boston high schoolers prepare for certified nursing exam
Boston high schoolers are spending their school vacation week preparing for their certified nursing assistant exam.
Keller: Harvard poll of Gen-Z paints bleak picture about young voters
The latest National Youth Poll out of the Harvard Kennedy School's Institute of Politics paints a bleak picture of young voters.
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A timeline of the Karen Read case
A look at the timeline of events in Karen Read's high-profile murder trial.
Who is the judge in the Karen Read trial?
Judge Beverly Cannone is in charge of Karen Read's second trial.
What is Karen Read accused of and what is her defense?
Karen Read is on trial for a second time, still facing three charges.
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Massachusetts circus helps children in need of smiles
The Shriners Circus helps benefit children in hospitals around the country.
A farm in the city of Boston? Yes and it's a landmark
There's a working farm in the city of Boston on Norfolk Street in Mattapan. WBZ TV's Chris Tanaka takes a look.
Next Weather: WBZ morning forecast for April 24, 2025
Jason Mikell has your latest weather forecast.
Next Weather: WBZ weather forecast
Eric Fisher has your latest weather forecast.
President Trump confirms talks are underway for potential trade deal with China
WBZ-TV's Courtney Cole has the latest.
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Call for Action helps man get refund, fix for broken refrigerator
A man in Revere, Massachusetts spent thousands of dollars on a new refrigerator, but he says the door was defective.
Long-term care insurance company approves claim after I-Team gets involved
Despite paying her insurance company $125,000 in premiums, a 92-year-old's claim was initially denied.
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Patriots 2025 NFL Draft Guide: Picks, needs, and rumors
The wait for the 2025 NFL Draft is almost over, and New England Patriots fans shouldn't have to wait too long to meet the team's newest first-round pick.
Emerson Hancock's 7 Ks, Crawford's HR help Mariners beat Red Sox 8-5
Emerson Hancock struck out seven batters and J.P. Crawford had four RBIs to help the Seattle Mariners to a 8-5 win.
Jaylen Brown scores 36 as Celtics beat Magic 109-100
Jaylen Brown had 36 points and 10 rebounds and the Boston Celtics beat the Orlando Magic 109-100 in Game 2.
Bruins coaching search underway, brass promises quick turnaround
The brass of the Boston Bruins held court with reporters on Thursday, promising much better days are ahead for the franchise.
Who will step up for Celtics without Jayson Tatum in Game 2?
Jayson Tatum is likely going to miss his first playoff game ever Wednesday night, with the Boston Celtics superstar listed as doubtful for Game 2 against the Orlando Magic at TD Garden.
Patriots Mock Draft Roundup: Will Campbell remains consensus pick at No. 4
The 2025 NFL Draft is nearly upon us, and we'll soon find out what the New England Patriots will do with the No. 4 overall pick.
Triston Casas home run helps Red Sox beat Mariners at Fenway Park
Triston Casas hit a 3-run home run to help lead the Red Sox over the Mariners.
Payton Pritchard named NBA's Sixth Man of the Year
Payton Pritchard had been named the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year after an exceptionally productive season off the Boston Celtics bench.
Celtics list Jayson Tatum as doubtful for Game 2 against Magic
The Celtics could be without superstar Jayson Tatum for the second game of the NBA playoffs after he suffered a hand injury against the Orlando Magic on Sunday.
Health
Reconstructive surgery helps skin cancer patients look good as new
Surgeons at Mass Eye and Ear have found a creative way to make their skin cancer patients look good as new.
What is fluoride and why is it in our public water supply? Some top questions, answered.
Is fluoride actually good or bad for you? Dr. Mallika Marshall answers common questions about fluoride.
Doctors thought 34-year-old mom was healthy. She had Stage III cancer
Heather Barry, now 36, is among the rising number of younger adults being diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
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Is it time to get rid of the yearly car inspection?
Only 14 states require annual car safety inspections. One is New Hampshire where there's a push to end the process.
Should Karen Read be making so many public statements while on trial?
Karen Read says speaking out to the media is her version of testifying. Some defense attorneys say it's a bad idea.
Could the penny really go away?
What would happen if the U.S. got rid of the penny? It wouldn't be easy because there are 420 billion in circulation.
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There's a farm in Boston that's an important part of the community
There's a farm in the city of Boston that grows thousands of pounds of produce every year.
Daffodil field started during World War II no longer a hidden secret
The daffodil field at Parsons Reserve in Dartmouth, Massachusetts is a beautiful spot to visit in the spring.
One man's life mission is to rescue snowy owls at Logan Airport
Boston's Logan Airport has the largest concentration of snowy owls in the northeast. One man has rescued hundreds.
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Reconstructive surgery helps skin cancer patients look good as new
Surgeons at Mass Eye and Ear have found a creative way to make their skin cancer patients look good as new.
What is fluoride and why is it in our public water supply? Some top questions, answered.
Is fluoride actually good or bad for you? Dr. Mallika Marshall answers common questions about fluoride.
Tufts researchers hope to reduce racial disparities in maternal health care
Tufts University researchers are looking at ways to reduce racial disparities in maternal health care.
Tony's Chocolonely recalls chocolate bars after reports of stones
Tony's Chocolonely is recalling some products after consumers reported finding "small stones" in the chocolate bars.
Electrical therapy could help treat Alzheimer's memory loss and mood
An experimental Alzheimer's treatment from Boston researchers may be able to treat both dementia and depression symptoms.
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Call for Action helps man get refund, fix for broken refrigerator
A man in Revere, Massachusetts spent thousands of dollars on a new refrigerator, but he says the door was defective.
Long-term care insurance company approves claim after I-Team gets involved
Despite paying her insurance company $125,000 in premiums, a 92-year-old's claim was initially denied.
Mass. State Police using new technology that sends alerts to drivers
The I-Team has learned the department installed new technology in 233 of its cruisers that is designed to prevent collisions.
I-Team: FBI warns property owners, realtors about "title pirates"
The FBI's Boston office is issuing a warning after a series of I-Team investigations into stolen land scams.
Hood of Nissan Altima flies open on Mass. highway after recall fix
The hood of a Stoneham woman's 2015 Nissan Altima flew open while she was driving on Route 93.
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Keller: Harvard poll of Gen-Z paints bleak picture about young voters
The latest National Youth Poll out of the Harvard Kennedy School's Institute of Politics paints a bleak picture of young voters.
Kennealy says state policy "driving the affordability agenda" in Massachusetts
Mike Kennealy told WBZ-TV he's focused on the future of the state and not on President Donald Trump's policies.
Keller: UMass poll shows public opinion of Trump policies has dropped
A new poll from UMass Amherst shows the toll President Trump's policies have taken on public opinion of his administration.
What is stagflation and how could it have a major impact on Massachusetts?
A professor from Babson College said the Massachusetts economy could be looking at hard times ahead.
Massachusetts attorney general says lawsuits against Trump administration are working
"We are heading in a dangerous direction," said Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell.
Business News
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On Easter Sunday, here's which stores are open and what's closed
The Easter Sunday holiday means some grocery stores and retailers are closed today in Massachusetts, while others are open.
Edaville makes Christmas plans as King Richard's Faire moves in
Edaville in Carver, Massachusetts will continue its Christmas and holiday lights tradition as King Richard's Faire moves in.
Fall River leather company says tariffs could help and hurt business
Vanson has manufactured leather goods in Massachusetts for over 50 years and the company sells their products around the world.
Mass. Ford dealership busy after employee pricing announcement
Ford Motor Company announced a promotion to give all customers their employee discount.
The Ground Round sets grand opening day for Shrewsbury restaurant
The Ground Round has started serving customers again in Shrewsbury.
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Critically endangered whales seen in Bahamas for first time ever
The New England Aquarium says there was an "extremely unusual sighting" of right whales in the Bahamas.
"Snow devil" seen on Mount Washington. Here's how they form.
Crews snapped a photo of a rare weather phenomenon known as a "snow devil" on New Hampshire's Mount Washington.
Video shows crews coping with 100+ mph winds on Mount Washington
Video captured what it looks like for Mount Washington crews to do their jobs in the face of 100 mph winds.
Curling is exploding in popularity at Wayland club
At the Broomstones Curling Club in Wayland, people of all ages are bonded through the increasingly popular sport.
UMass to give student $10,000 after half-court shot controversy
A UMass student who was initially denied a $10,000 prize after making a half-court shot will be getting the money after all.
New England Living
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Connecticut home to oldest public art museum in the U.S.
The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford features roughly 50,000 works of art spanning over 5,000 years.
Chef Megan Vaughan shares tips on looking for the right cut of beef
Chef Megan Vaughan shows how to prepare a steakhouse quality meal right from your own kitchen.
NH antiques hunter has salvaged items dating back hundreds of years
Rachel Holt heads to New Hampshire to visit the owner of an architectural salvage company, Nor'east Architectural Antiques.
Meet the artist behind handcrafted wooden signs on the South Shore
Known for his handcrafted wooden signs, Paul Kukstis has carved a name for himself around Scituate Harbor.
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."
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There's a farm in Boston that's an important part of the community
There's a farm in the city of Boston that grows thousands of pounds of produce every year.
Memorial mass celebrating the life of Pope Francis held in West Roxbury
Hundreds gathered to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Pope Francis at a mass led by Boston Archbishop Richard Henning.
Program helps Boston high schoolers prepare for certified nursing exam
Boston high schoolers are spending their school vacation week preparing for their certified nursing assistant exam.
Keller: Harvard poll of Gen-Z paints bleak picture about young voters
The latest National Youth Poll out of the Harvard Kennedy School's Institute of Politics paints a bleak picture of young voters.
Tufts student detained by ICE meets with 3 Massachusetts lawmakers
Three Massachusetts lawmakers have met with a Tufts student being detained by ICE at a detention center.
Sports
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Patriots 2025 NFL Draft Guide: Picks, needs, and rumors
The wait for the 2025 NFL Draft is almost over, and New England Patriots fans shouldn't have to wait too long to meet the team's newest first-round pick.
Emerson Hancock's 7 Ks, Crawford's HR help Mariners beat Red Sox 8-5
Emerson Hancock struck out seven batters and J.P. Crawford had four RBIs to help the Seattle Mariners to a 8-5 win.
Jaylen Brown scores 36 as Celtics beat Magic 109-100
Jaylen Brown had 36 points and 10 rebounds and the Boston Celtics beat the Orlando Magic 109-100 in Game 2.
Bruins coaching search underway, brass promises quick turnaround
The brass of the Boston Bruins held court with reporters on Thursday, promising much better days are ahead for the franchise.
Who will step up for Celtics without Jayson Tatum in Game 2?
Jayson Tatum is likely going to miss his first playoff game ever Wednesday night, with the Boston Celtics superstar listed as doubtful for Game 2 against the Orlando Magic at TD Garden.