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Iran launches drones, missiles at Israel in retaliatory attack
Air raid sirens and loud booms sounded across Israel. The attack is in retaliation for an April 1 Israeli strike on an Iranian consulate in Syria, which killed seven members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Boston Marathon participants to have partly sunny, mild day for running
Monday is the 128th Boston Marathon and runners will have a mild, mostly clear day ahead of them.
Boston Marathon runners enjoy weekend celebrations before race day on Monday
Boston welcomed runners and spectators from around the world with a weekend of celebrations before the marathon on Monday.
Boston College shut out by Denver in NCAA title game
Boston College is not bringing home a sixth hockey championship this season, as the Eagles were shut out by Denver goalie Matt Davis in Saturday's Frozen Four title game.
Karen Read's defense team claims 3 men could have killed John O'Keefe
Read's attorney detailed that the defense plans to indicate that three different men could have killed John O'Keefe.
Five dolphins rescued from low tide in Wellfleet
The International Fund for Animal Welfare saved the dolphins after they could not get out of the cove due to the changing tides.
Massachusetts native and "Survivor" contestant to run Boston Marathon
"Survivor" contestant and Manchester-by-the-Sea native Charlie Davis is tackling a new challenge - running the 2024 Boston Marathon.
How Cambridge is using special rat hunting dogs to curb pest problem
Cambridge has found a new and unique way to help the city's pest problem, a pack of rat hunting dogs.
Weekend To Do List: Boston Marathon poster-making party
It's Boston Marathon weekend, and you can help the runners stay positive with a weekend event.
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Cape Cod rental prices are dropping. Here's why.
If you have been avoiding pricey Cape Cod rentals in the past then this may be your year to take a vacation.
Boston General Store draws inspiration from the past by selling items that "last forever"
In an era of cheaply made and easily discarded products, the Boston General Store in Dedham is looking to change the game.
Looking for new ice cream flavors? This Peabody shop has unique options
Ice cream lovers are coming from all over to Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe for their homemade ice cream and unique flavors.
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Next Weather: WBZ evening forecast for April 13, 2024
Alyssa Andrews has your latest weather forecast.
Five dolphins rescued from low tide in Wellfleet
The International Fund for Animal Welfare saved the dolphins after they could not get out of the cove due to the changing tides.
Boston prepares for marathon with weekend of celebrations for runners
The city of Boston welcomed runners and spectators from around the world with a weekend of celebrations before the marathon on Monday.
Tough Ruck honors fallen servicemembers and first responders with 26.2-mile march
Air Force member Jeff Paolino will join other servicemembers, first responders and civilians in the 26.2-mile march ahead of the Boston Marathon.
Dorchester boy gets star treatment at Boston Celtics game thanks to Make a Wish
Tairih King, who has Hodgkin lymphoma, got to meet Jayson Tatum, who gave him an autographed pair of sneakers.
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I-Team Investigations
Cost of hotels, meals questioned in Massachusetts homeless migrant crisis
State contracts obtained by the I-Team show taxpayers are paying tens of millions of dollars to hotels for rooms and food.
Cambridge elementary school teacher accused of child rape
A fourth-grade teacher at an elementary school in Cambridge is facing child rape charges.
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Lori and George Schappell, world's oldest living conjoined twins, dead at 62
George Schappell and sister Lori, of Reading, Pa., were the world's oldest conjoined twins, according to the Guinness Book of World Records.
Climate change could cause more people to die from stroke, study says
Temperatures that are too high or too low have been linked to death and disability due to stroke, researchers say.
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Boston College shut out by Denver in NCAA title game
Boston College is not bringing home a sixth hockey championship this season, as the Eagles were shut out by Denver goalie Matt Davis in Saturday's Frozen Four title game.
Casas homer powers Red Sox to first home win of season
Triston Casas hit a long two-run homer in a four-run first inning and the Boston Red Sox cleaned up their season-long defensive problems in a 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday for their first home victory of the season.
BC High alum turned to golf for direction and meaning through hardship
University of Rhode Island student and Boston College High School alum Nate Ingram said golf has always been his passion, calling it his "north star" when he was struggling through life's hardships.
How big is the Masters purse, and how much of it does the winner get?
Here's how much the winner took home last year, and what other golfers made.
Reid Detmers, bullpen limit Boston to 3 hits, Angels beat Red Sox 7-0
Reid Detmers allowed three hits over 6 1/3 innings with seven strikeouts and Taylor Ward matched a season high with three RBIs to lead the Los Angeles Angels over the Boston Red Sox 7-0 on Friday night.
Payton Pritchard scores a career-high 31 points as Celtics rest starters and cruise past Hornets
Payton Prichard scored a career-high 31 points and the Boston Celtics rolled to a 131-98 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night.
BU freshman Macklin Celebrini wins Hobey Baker Award
Macklin Celebrini won't be playing in the NCAA championship game on Saturday, but the Boston University freshman will not be retuning to campus empty handed.
Stephon Gilmore has some strong thoughts about Bill Belichick's portrayal in "The Dynasty"
Bill was the greatest coach I've ever been around. Don't let that fool you," Stephon Gilmore wrote on X/Twitter.
BC looking for some revenge vs. Denver in NCAA title game
If the Eagles want to bring home a sixth championship on Saturday, they'll have to avenge an early-season loss to a tough Denver team.
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Can you name any of the Red Sox players on this year's team?
When WBZ-TV showed Boston Red Sox fans pictures of current players, few could name any of them.
What is the MBTA Communities Law?
A law designed to ease the housing crunch in Massachusetts is turning into a battle between the state and some communities.
Why are headlights so bright? There may be a fix, but it's complicated
The blueish tint of LED headlights can make for a white-knuckle ride on roads in Massachusetts and beyond.
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Looking for new ice cream flavors? This Peabody shop has unique options
Ice cream lovers are coming from all over to Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe for their homemade ice cream and unique flavors.
Pop's Pinball Parlor in Somerville delivers nostalgia and friendly competition
A Somerville business is bringing pinball players together as they get their nostalgia fix.
Recovery program for first responders, veterans hopes to "save a million lives"
The Recovery Center of America in Westminster, Massachusetts has a program to help first responders and veterans suffering from addiction.
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Lori and George Schappell, world's oldest living conjoined twins, dead at 62
George Schappell and sister Lori, of Reading, Pa., were the world's oldest conjoined twins, according to the Guinness Book of World Records.
Climate change could cause more people to die from stroke, study says
Temperatures that are too high or too low have been linked to death and disability due to stroke, researchers say.
Rising lung cancer rates likely linked to radon gas exposure
Lung cancer rates are on the rise, but not because more people are smoking. Scientists say a radioactive gas in our homes is likely to blame.
Wet and rainy weather could mean a difficult spring for allergy sufferers
The extremely wet and rainy spring Massachusetts has been having could spell bad news for allergy sufferers.
Could saying "hello" to strangers be good for your health?
Chatting it up with people we don't know can boost our mood and give us a greater sense of belonging, both of which can help prolong life.
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Cost of hotels, meals questioned in Massachusetts homeless migrant crisis
State contracts obtained by the I-Team show taxpayers are paying tens of millions of dollars to hotels for rooms and food.
Cambridge elementary school teacher accused of child rape
A fourth-grade teacher at an elementary school in Cambridge is facing child rape charges.
I-Team: 5-time drunk driver who killed woman in 2001 sent back to prison
William Foley Jr., a five-time drunk driver who lost his license after a fatal crash in 2001, is back behind bars after an I-Team investigation.
I-Team: IRS criminal investigation unit not just focused on taxes
The IRS Criminal Investigation unit helps go after violent criminals, including some right here in Boston.
I-Team: Pet DNA company sends back dog breed results from human sample a second time
A pet DNA testing company out of New Hampshire linked dog breeds to a human sample – twice.
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MBTA general manager finishes first year on the job. So how's he doing?
MBTA General Manager Phil Eng gets high marks for improving the T's management and culture, but there's a lot of red ink that needs to be dealt with, says WBZ-TV's Jon Keller.
Healey facing surge of political outrage over alleged migrant crime
As Beacon Hill struggles to deal with a surge of homeless migrants, Governor Maura Healey finds herself dealing with another surge -- of political outrage over reports of migrant crime.
Keller @ Large: Boston is not the best place for driving automation
A new study of driving automation technology says 11 of 14 systems performed poorly under optimal road conditions.
Keller @ Large: Biden attacks "predecessor" Trump in State of the Union
President Biden seemed to relish the moment, wasting no time unleashing a high-energy assault on his political enemies.
Keller @ Large: Where will Nikki Haley's supporters go now?
After big losses on Super Tuesday, Republican presidential candidate and former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley is stepping out of the race.
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Market Basket may appeal after man wins $134,000 age discrimination lawsuit
Market Basket is considering appealing a federal jury's decision to award a New Hampshire man more than $134,000 in an age discrimination lawsuit.
TJ Maxx, Marshalls among Massachusetts stores closed on Easter
Take a look at some of the stores that will be closed for Easter in Massachusetts.
Popular seafood restaurant in central Massachusetts closing after 67 years
Ronnies, a popular seafood and ice cream restaurant in central Massachusetts, is closing its doors.
Former Christmas Tree Shops in Falmouth to become discount supermarket
An old Christmas Tree Shops store on Cape Cod is transforming into a new destination for bargain-hunters.
"French-style" ice cream shop to open 3 locations in Boston area
Van Leeuwen, a popular ice cream chain out of New York, is coming to Massachusetts.
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Watch the Mayflower II make a ghostly crossing through the Cape Cod Canal
The thick fog made for an eerie sight as the Mayflower II crossed the Cape Cod Canal.
Piece of decades-old drone plane washes up on Cape Cod beach
A piece of decades-old military equipment washed up on a Cape Cod beach last week.
Kitten wearing strawberry dress found in Everett; Owner sought
Everett police are asking if anyone recognizes a kitten with a "heart-shaped nose and strawberry dress."
Dunkin' changes name to Donuts' for April Fools' Day
Dunkin' is now Donuts' - at least for April Fools' Day.
Animal shelter in Salem is "overflowing with puppies" for adoption
The MSPCA is seeing more puppies than usual at its Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem.
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Generations of penny candy, local goods, and whimsical shopping
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Museum, sculpture garden, theater, and more at Southern Vermont Arts Center
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
Entertaining audiences for 85 years at Weston Theater Company
For over 85 years, Weston Theater Company has been creating engaging, entertaining, and inspiring theater.
Curated experiences at Kimpton Taconic boutique hotel
Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
Using daylight to create space and comfort in your home
Learn how the strategic use of windows and harnessing the power of daylight can create space and comfort within a home.
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Boston Marathon runners enjoy weekend celebrations before race day on Monday
Boston welcomed runners and spectators from around the world with a weekend of celebrations before the marathon on Monday.
Lori and George Schappell, world's oldest living conjoined twins, dead at 62
George Schappell and sister Lori, of Reading, Pa., were the world's oldest conjoined twins, according to the Guinness Book of World Records.
How big is the Masters purse, and how much of it does the winner get?
Here's how much the winner took home last year, and what other golfers made.
Massachusetts native and "Survivor" contestant to run Boston Marathon
"Survivor" contestant and Manchester-by-the-Sea native Charlie Davis is tackling a new challenge - running the 2024 Boston Marathon.
Eleanor Coppola, wife of director Francis Ford Coppola, dies at 87
Eleanor documented much of the chaos on "Apocalypse Now" in what would become one of the most famous making-of films about moviemaking, 1991's "Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse."
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Boston College shut out by Denver in NCAA title game
Boston College is not bringing home a sixth hockey championship this season, as the Eagles were shut out by Denver goalie Matt Davis in Saturday's Frozen Four title game.
Casas homer powers Red Sox to first home win of season
Triston Casas hit a long two-run homer in a four-run first inning and the Boston Red Sox cleaned up their season-long defensive problems in a 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday for their first home victory of the season.
BC High alum turned to golf for direction and meaning through hardship
University of Rhode Island student and Boston College High School alum Nate Ingram said golf has always been his passion, calling it his "north star" when he was struggling through life's hardships.
How big is the Masters purse, and how much of it does the winner get?
Here's how much the winner took home last year, and what other golfers made.
Reid Detmers, bullpen limit Boston to 3 hits, Angels beat Red Sox 7-0
Reid Detmers allowed three hits over 6 1/3 innings with seven strikeouts and Taylor Ward matched a season high with three RBIs to lead the Los Angeles Angels over the Boston Red Sox 7-0 on Friday night.