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Karen Read jury visits crime scene in Canton
The Karen Read trial continued today with more testimony and a jury visit to the scene where John O'Keefe died in Canton.
Who is TreVeyon Henderson, the running back drafted by Patriots?
The New England Patriots added an explosive weapon early on Day 2 of the NFL Draft, taking Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson with the 38th overall pick.
Bertucci's files for bankruptcy again, closes more restaurants
Bertucci's has closed four restaurants in Massachusetts as it files for bankruptcy for the third time since 2018.
Special mass honors Pope Francis in Stoughton the night before his funeral
The night before Pope Francis was laid to rest halfway around the world, Catholics gathered in Stoughton for a special mass.
Rain on Saturday across Massachusetts... again
Unfortunately, once again, it will be a rainy Saturday in Massachusetts.
Firefighters save newborn baby in Woburn after he inhales formula
A Woburn mother said she wants to thank the firefighters who saved her baby's after he breathed in formula he spit up.
"Sinners" earning praise from Boston filmmakers and moviegoers
Boston filmmakers and filmgoers are praising the box office hit "Sinners," the newest movie by director Ryan Coogler.
Winning movie at Boston film festival came to life on Nantucket
"One Stupid Thing," the film that won two awards at this year's Boston International Film Festival came to life on Nantucket.
Real Pirates Museum in Salem to mark sinking of famous ship
Saturday marks the 308th anniversary of the sinking of the pirate ship, Whydah, after one of the worst storms in history hit the boat off the coast of Cape Cod.
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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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Stopping in a bus lane in Boston could cost you
The MBTA will be installing cameras on buses to catch drivers blocking bus lanes and bus stops later this year.
Next Weather: WBZ weather forecast
Eric Fisher has your latest weather forecast.
Customers distraught to learn Braintree Bertucci's location has closed
Bertucci's has closed four restaurants in Massachusetts as it files for bankruptcy for the third time since 2018. WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
Stoughton church holds special mass to pray for Pope Francis
The night before Pope Francis was laid to rest halfway around the world, Catholics gathered in Stoughton, Massachusetts for a special mass to pray for him. WBZ-TV's Juli McDonald reports.
Final preparations made hours before the funeral of Pope Francis
Tony Aiello reports from the Vatican.
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Nonprofit hospitals not providing financial support to patients, I-Team finds
An investigation by the I-Team revealed that nonprofit hospitals in Massachusetts aren't helping patients entitled to financial assistance.
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.
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Brown, Celtics ready for fight if Magic flagrant fouls continue
Jaylen Brown says if the Celtics and Magic have to throw down to determine their first-round playoff series, so be it.
Patriots 2025 NFL Draft pick tracker
The New England Patriots started what should be a busy 2025 NFL Draft by taking LSU left tackle Will Campbell with the fourth overall pick Thursday night.
Meet Kyle Williams, the explosive receiver drafted by Patriots
The Patriots drafted Washington State receiver Kyle Williams in the third round of the NFL Draft on Friday night, giving quarterback Drake Maye another speedy and explosive weapon in the New England offense.
Who is TreVeyon Henderson, the running back drafted by Patriots?
The New England Patriots added an explosive weapon early on Day 2 of the NFL Draft, taking Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson with the 38th overall pick.
Tatum returns, but Celtics drop Game 3 to Magic
Franz Wagner scored 32 points, Paolo Banchero added 29 and the Orlando Magic beat Boston 95-93 on Friday night to cut the Celtics' lead to 2-1 in the Eastern Conference first-round series.
Boston College's Donovan Ezeiruaku, Ozzy Trapilo drafted in 2nd round
Boston College edge rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku was drafted 44th overall by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Jayson Tatum returning to Celtics lineup for Game 3 vs. Magic
Jayson Tatum will be back in the Boston Celtics lineup Friday night when the team takes on the Orlando Magic in Game 3 of their first round playoff series.
Campbell stresses importance of building a strong culture with Pats
The Patriots welcomed first-round draft pick Will Campbell to Gillette Stadium on Friday, less than 24 hours after taking the left tackle with the fourth overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Patriots picks and needs on Day 2 of 2025 NFL Draft
The New England Patriots filled an important need in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft in left tackle Will Campbell. But there is a lot more work to be done over the next two days.
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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Nonprofit hospitals not providing financial support to patients, I-Team finds
An investigation by the I-Team revealed that nonprofit hospitals in Massachusetts aren't helping patients entitled to financial assistance.
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.
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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.
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Bertucci's files for bankruptcy again, closes more restaurants
Bertucci's has closed four restaurants in Massachusetts as it files for bankruptcy for the third time since 2018.
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.
Offbeat
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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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Special mass honors Pope Francis in Stoughton the night before his funeral
The night before Pope Francis was laid to rest halfway around the world, Catholics gathered in Stoughton for a special mass.
Winning movie at Boston film festival came to life on Nantucket
"One Stupid Thing," the film that won two awards at this year's Boston International Film Festival came to life on Nantucket.
"Sinners" earning praise from Boston filmmakers and moviegoers
Boston filmmakers and filmgoers are praising the box office hit "Sinners," the newest movie by director Ryan Coogler.
Pope Francis remembered by Massachusetts Catholics for his humility
The dean of students at Xaverian Brothers in Westwood is among the mourners at the Vatican paying respect to Pope Francis.
Firefighters save newborn baby in Woburn after he inhales formula
A Woburn mother said she wants to thank the firefighters who saved her baby's life after he breathed in formula he spit up.
Sports
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Brown, Celtics ready for fight if Magic flagrant fouls continue
Jaylen Brown says if the Celtics and Magic have to throw down to determine their first-round playoff series, so be it.
Patriots 2025 NFL Draft pick tracker
The New England Patriots started what should be a busy 2025 NFL Draft by taking LSU left tackle Will Campbell with the fourth overall pick Thursday night.
Meet Kyle Williams, the explosive receiver drafted by Patriots
The Patriots drafted Washington State receiver Kyle Williams in the third round of the NFL Draft on Friday night, giving quarterback Drake Maye another speedy and explosive weapon in the New England offense.
Who is TreVeyon Henderson, the running back drafted by Patriots?
The New England Patriots added an explosive weapon early on Day 2 of the NFL Draft, taking Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson with the 38th overall pick.
Tatum returns, but Celtics drop Game 3 to Magic
Franz Wagner scored 32 points, Paolo Banchero added 29 and the Orlando Magic beat Boston 95-93 on Friday night to cut the Celtics' lead to 2-1 in the Eastern Conference first-round series.