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Live Updates: Hurricane Milton makes landfall over Florida
Hurricane Milton has made landfall along Florida's west coast.
Maye ready and eager for his opportunity as Patriots starter
Drake Maye is officially the starting quarterback of the New England Patriots.
Massachusetts volunteers already in position to help after Hurricane Milton
Volunteers with The Salvation Army are among the many helpers already in position to respond to the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.
Florida families escaping Milton arrive in Massachusetts
Florida families continue to arrive in Massachusetts as they escape the impending Hurricane Milton and said they're worried what they'll return home to.
Tampa college student evacuates to Cape Cod ahead of Hurricane Milton
A college student from Massachusetts barely made it out of Florida before Hurricane Milton hit.
Newton school bus driver faces kidnapping charges
The driver allegedly turned off the audio and video recording in the bus for up to 20 minutes and took photos with the children.
Teacher's family says "evil" Philip Chism can't be rehabilitated
Philip Chism wants the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court to order a new trial in Colleen Ritzer's murder.
State Police pay tribute at graduation to recruit killed in training exercise
The Massachusetts State Police held its graduation ceremony Wednesday, where they paid tribute to a trooper recruit who was supposed to graduate but was killed during a training exercise at the academy.
Jabrill Peppers placed on Commissioner's Exempt List
Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers has been placed on the Commissioner's Exempt List on Wednesday, following his arrest over the weekend for assault and battery and drug possession.
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Send us your questions for the Warren-Deaton debate on October 15
Elizabeth Warren and John Deaton will debate October 15. Moderator Jon Keller wants your questions.
What to know about this year's ballot questions in Massachusetts
Voters will face the largest crop of statewide ballot questions in years.
When does early voting start in Massachusetts?
Here's what to know about early voting in Massachusetts for the 2024 election.
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Mike Reiss on why Patriots named Drake Maye team's starting quarterback now
Reiss broke down with our Steve Burton why the team made the decision to go to the rookie ahead of their game against the Texans
Next Weather: WBZ Update
Eric Fisher has an updated weather forecast.
Massachusetts volunteers ready to help Hurricane Milton survivors
Volunteers with The Salvation Army are among the many helpers already in position to respond to the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. WBZ-TV's Juli McDonald reports.
Florida residents on edge as Hurricane Milton makes landfall
WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt spoke with a woman who moved from Boston to Bradenton, Florida in 2021 and is already experiencing her fourth major storm.
Newton school bus driver charged with kidnapping
A Newton school bus driver is facing kidnapping charges. WBZ-TV's Tammy Mutasa reports.
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Plymouth man says scammers tried to steal his home with fraudulent sale
A Plymouth man says that fraudsters tried to steal his home out from under him, just one week after WBZ's I-Team reported on a similar scam in Concord.
I-Team uncovers 1988 case where recruit died after excessive police training
In the wake of Enrique Delgado-Garcia's death following a boxing training exercise with the Massachusetts State Police, the I-Team uncovered a similar case decades ago where a recruit died after excessive police training.
Health
More women under 40 are being diagnosed with breast cancer
More and more women under 40 are being diagnosed with breast cancer and a Boston doctor is sharing the possible reasons why this number keeps going up.
Steward Health Care says it will abandon Norwood Hospital
Steward Health Care said it will abandon Norwood Hospital and its four affiliated clinics.
Your arm position could change blood pressure reading, study says
How your arm is positioned when you get your blood pressure checked can make a big difference in the reading, a new study says.
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Patriots players offer up advice for Drake Maye
When it comes to Drake Maye's first start, it sounds like Patriots players are just as excited as fans to see the rookie in action on Sunday.
Maye ready and eager for his opportunity as Patriots starter
Drake Maye is officially the starting quarterback of the New England Patriots.
Bruins, Montgomery not pleased with Panthers antics on Opening Night
The Bruins had to watch the Panthers raise their Stanley Cup banner on Tuesday night, and then took a beating from the team that has sent them home in each of the last two postseasons.
Jabrill Peppers placed on Commissioner's Exempt List
Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers has been placed on the Commissioner's Exempt List on Wednesday, following his arrest over the weekend for assault and battery and drug possession.
Drake Maye will face a tough Texans defense in his first start
Drake Maye will have a lot to deal with in his first career start for the Patriots, including a talented Texans defense that has made life miserable for quarterbacks.
Throwback weekend for Maye and other Pats-Texans news and notes
When Drake Maye makes his first career start for the Patriots this weekend, he'll give the franchise a glimpse of the future while wearing threads from the past.
Panthers open their title defense by getting past rival Bruins 6-4
The Florida Panthers opened defense of their Stanley Cup championship by topping the Boston Bruins 6-4 on Tuesday in the opener for both teams.
Drake Maye will start for Patriots in Week 6
The future is now in New England, as Drake Maye will start for the Patriots against the Texans on Sunday.
Roche: Luis Tiant was a true gamer for the Red Sox with a big heart
WBZ-TV's Dan Roche says the late Luis Tiant was a Boston Red Sox legend and incredible person.
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Why isn't a EEE vaccine available to the general public?
Developing a human vaccine for Eastern equine encephalitis comes down to money, according to one expert.
Do Massachusetts cyclists, drivers understand the rules of the road?
In Massachusetts, bikes are allowed to go almost anywhere a car can go. But cyclists and drivers don't always get along.
Are bees still suffering from Colony Collapse Disorder?
Colony Collapse Disorder, the unexplained mass death of honeybees worldwide, was a serious issue. But it faded from the headlines.
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Waltham fashion icon on turning 90, "Don't let anyone discourage you"
Waltham native and fashion designer Yolanda Cellucci is about to turn 90 but she's definitely not slowing down.
This farm has something other than apples, pumpkins in the fall
Whittier Farms in Sutton is a fifth-generation, family-owned operation that grows radishes, rutabagas, and beans.
Shrewsbury's Prospect Park uncovering a garden lost to time
A park in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts aims to give visitors a place to reconnect with nature, as a nonprofit group works to uncover a garden lost to time.
Health News
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More women under 40 are being diagnosed with breast cancer
More and more women under 40 are being diagnosed with breast cancer and a Boston doctor is sharing the possible reasons why this number keeps going up.
Steward Health Care says it will abandon Norwood Hospital
Steward Health Care said it will abandon Norwood Hospital and its four affiliated clinics.
Your arm position could change blood pressure reading, study says
How your arm is positioned when you get your blood pressure checked can make a big difference in the reading, a new study says.
Kids swimming lessons dropped during COVID pandemic, researchers say
Many kids missed out on swimming lessons during the pandemic, a new study has found.
Here are some lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of breast cancer
There are modifiable risk factors that women can address to reduce their chances of getting breast cancer.
I-Team
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Plymouth man says scammers tried to steal his home with fraudulent sale
A Plymouth man says that fraudsters tried to steal his home out from under him, just one week after WBZ's I-Team reported on a similar scam in Concord.
I-Team uncovers 1988 case where recruit died after excessive police training
In the wake of Enrique Delgado-Garcia's death following a boxing training exercise with the Massachusetts State Police, the I-Team uncovered a similar case decades ago where a recruit died after excessive police training.
New Massachusetts bill would reinstate CDLs for hundreds of drivers
Relief may be on the way for hundreds of drivers in Massachusetts, who lost their commercial driver's licenses due to violations from decades ago.
Home being built on land in Concord that was stolen from couple
Valuable land in Concord, Massachusetts was stolen from a couple. Now a home is being built there against their wishes.
ACLU calls for federal investigation of state police recruit's death
Enrique Delgado-Garcia died after he was injured during a boxing exercise at the Massachusetts State Police Academy.
Keller @ Large
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Keller: Putting Trump, Harris attack ads to the truth test
WBZ political analyst Jon Keller is putting two new commercials from the candidates to the truth test.
Keller: Massachusetts's lawsuit against TikTok likely to make a difference?
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell has filed a lawsuit against TikTok. Is that the best way to fight back?
Keller: Vance stumbles on 2020 election at debate. Does this matter?
Tim Walz and JD Vance kept things mostly civil during the Vice Presidential Debate Tuesday, until the Ohio senator was pressed on the GOP ticket's debunked denials of the 2020 election outcome.
Keller: Vance and Walz remarkably civil in VP debate
For a campaign season that has been one of the nastiest in memory, the vice presidential debate was remarkably civil, writes Jon Keller.
Send us your questions for the Warren-Deaton debate on October 15
Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren and her Republican challenger John Deaton will debate October 15 at WBZ-TV. Moderator Jon Keller wants your questions.
Business News
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Former Christmas Tree Shops store to become holiday pop-up shop
An old Christmas Tree Shops location in Massachusetts will be turned into a "Spirit Christmas" store.
The best apple orchard is at a Mass. farm, Newsweek says
Parlee Farms in Tyngsboro made Newsweek's list of the best apple picking spots in the United States.
Hasbro could move headquarters to Boston, report says
Toy and game maker Hasbro is looking at moving its headquarters from Rhode Island to downtown Boston, according to a new report.
Hotel workers at four Boston hotels walk off the job
Nearly 900 hotel workers at four Boston hotels went on strike Sunday morning.
Market Basket employees get bonuses, thank-you letter from CEO
The Market Basket owner is thanking employees with surprise bonuses, 10 years after unprecedented protests and walkouts.
Offbeat
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Treasure hunt trophy found in Massachusetts, but who won?
A treasure hunt that spanned much of the northeast before being narrowed to Massachusetts has turned up gold.
Joro spider goes missing from web in Boston
The giant flying Joro spider was nowhere to be found in Boston on Thursday.
Giant flying Joro spider spotted in Boston for the first time
A Joro spider has made it to Massachusetts. The giant, venomous arachnid was spotted in Boston's Beacon Hill neighborhood.
"More aggressive" yellowjacket species spotted in Massachusetts
Southern yellowjackets, considered a more aggressive species, have been observed in Massachusetts.
Who keeps a $70K engagement ring? Case goes before Massachusetts court
A case deciding who gets to keep the ring when an engagement breaks down is being argued before the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.
New England Living
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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."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn provides a unique dining experience for all foodies
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Visit Newport's Audrain Automobile Museum to learn more about automotive history
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Boston's Prezza serving up a spicy twist on a classic cocktail
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Making gourmet chocolates with Chef Delphin Gomes from M. Cacao in Amesbury
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
Latest Stories
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Massachusetts volunteers already in position to help after Hurricane Milton
Volunteers with The Salvation Army are among the many helpers already in position to respond to the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.
Newton school bus driver faces kidnapping charges
The driver allegedly turned off the audio and video recording in the bus for up to 20 minutes and took photos with the children.
State Police pay tribute at graduation to recruit killed in training exercise
The Massachusetts State Police held its graduation ceremony Wednesday, where they paid tribute to a trooper recruit who was supposed to graduate but died during a training exercise at the academy.
Tampa college student evacuates to Cape Cod ahead of Hurricane Milton
A college student from Massachusetts barely made it out of Florida before Hurricane Milton hit.
Florida families escaping Milton continue to arrive in Massachusetts
Florida families continue to arrive in Massachusetts as they escape the impending Hurricane Milton and said they're worried what they'll return home to.
Sports
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Patriots players offer up advice for Drake Maye
When it comes to Drake Maye's first start, it sounds like Patriots players are just as excited as fans to see the rookie in action on Sunday.
Maye ready and eager for his opportunity as Patriots starter
Drake Maye is officially the starting quarterback of the New England Patriots.
Bruins, Montgomery not pleased with Panthers antics on Opening Night
The Bruins had to watch the Panthers raise their Stanley Cup banner on Tuesday night, and then took a beating from the team that has sent them home in each of the last two postseasons.
Jabrill Peppers placed on Commissioner's Exempt List
Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers has been placed on the Commissioner's Exempt List on Wednesday, following his arrest over the weekend for assault and battery and drug possession.
Drake Maye will face a tough Texans defense in his first start
Drake Maye will have a lot to deal with in his first career start for the Patriots, including a talented Texans defense that has made life miserable for quarterbacks.