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Police searching for teen after 2 family members found dead in Acton home
Police are searching for a 17-year-old boy after two members of his family were found dead in their Acton, Massachusetts, home.
Lindsay Clancy trial features testimony about medications she was prescribed
A second psychiatric nurse practitioner testified at the Lindsay Clancy murder trial Tuesday.
Judge halts expansion of massive data center in Lowell neighborhood
A neighbor says backup diesel generators from the data center spew fumes into his home in Lowell.
"A legitimate threat." Apartment rental scams rise in Boston area, FBI says.
Apartment rental scams are rising in the Boston area, according to the FBI. They said there have been nearly 500 victims.
12-year-old boy seriously injured while "train surfing" on MBTA Red Line
A 12-year-old boy was seriously injured after falling from a Red Line train. MBTA Police said he was "train surfing" at the time. WBZ-TV's Juli McDonald reports.
Springfield zoo closed after powerful storm damages animal enclosures
A beloved Springfield, Massachusetts, zoo is closed after significant damage from a powerful macroburst on Saturday.
Clancy's attorney says TikTok user should be allowed to testify about McLean
A judge heard arguments Tuesday over whether a TikTok user who used to work at McLean Hospital should be allowed to testify at Lindsay Clency's trial.
Marine veteran from Lowell released from prison in Russia
A U.S. Marine veteran from Massachusetts who has been held in Russia for more than four years on disputed charges has been released.
Patriots fans at joint practice against Colts have high expectations for season
When the Patriots held their first joint practice a year ago, fans weren't sure what to expect from the team or the season ahead. Now, fans have a much different outlook.
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Solar eclipse, meteor shower to be visible in Massachusetts
A partial solar eclipse and the Perseid meteor shower will be visible over Massachusetts Wednesday.
Here's the story behind those elephant sculptures in Boston
You can now see the Great Elephant Migration on Commonwealth Avenue in Boston.
Commuting to work on the Charles? Here comes the Wada Hoppah.
An electric ferry called the Wada Hoppah is coming to the Charles River.
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Jacob Wycoff has an updated weather forecast.
Springfield zoo badly damaged by storm
A beloved Springfield, Massachusetts, zoo is closed after significant damage from a powerful macroburst on Saturday. WBZ-TV's Tammy Mutasa reports.
Police seek 17-year-old in Acton death investigation
The Middlesex District Attorney said police are looking for a 17-year-old boy after two people were found dead in his home in Acton, Massachusetts.
12-year-old boy seriously injured while "train surfing" on MBTA Red Line
A 12-year-old boy was seriously injured after falling from a Red Line train. MBTA Police said he was "train surfing" at the time. WBZ-TV's Juli McDonald reports.
Death investigation underway in Acton, Massachusetts
The Middlesex District Attorney said there is an ongoing death investigation on Martha Lane in Acton. WBZ-TV’s Brandon Truitt reports.
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"A legitimate threat." Apartment rental scams rise in Boston area, FBI says.
Apartment rental scams are rising in the Boston area, according to the FBI. They said there have been nearly 500 victims.
3 charged after Concord land was stolen from couple in 2024
An I-Team investigation into a brazen case of alleged land theft in Concord, Massachusetts has led to criminal charges nearly two years later.
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Red Sox drop 4th straight game, lose to Blue Jays 5-3
Ceddanne Rafaela and Wilyer Abreu hit solo homers, but the Red Sox lost their fourth straight.
Patriots fans at joint practice against Colts have high expectations for season
When the Patriots held their first joint practice a year ago, fans weren't sure what to expect from the team or the season ahead. Now, fans have a much different outlook.
Blue Jays win 2-1 to hand the Red Sox their 3rd straight loss
The Toronto Blue Jays beat Boston 2-1 on Monday night to hand the Red Sox their third loss in a row.
Gillette Stadium turf replaced days before Patriots preseason opener
Gillette Stadium, home of the New England Patriots and Revolution, needed to replace the artificial turf that was reinstalled just weeks ago.
Hunter Henry agrees to 2-year contract extension with Patriots
The New England Patriots have reportedly agreed to a 2-year contract extension with veteran tight end Hunter Henry.
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Sydney Towle dies at 26 after documenting life with rare cancer
Sydney Towle, known for her social media content about living with a rare form of cancer called cholangiocarcinoma, died Wednesday in Bethesda, Maryland.
"Pink flags" of postpartum psychosis — and more takeaways from "Healthful"
Perinatal psychiatrist Dr. Uruj Kamal Haider and Kriti Lodha joined a special edition of "Healthful" to talk more about mental health conditions, including postpartum psychosis.
FDA approves Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine after initial pushback
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
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Take a rare look inside the largest data center in Massachusetts
The Markley data center in Lowell is the largest in Massachusetts. WBZ-TV got a rare look inside.
Why are more young people getting angry about AI?
About half of Gen Z say they use AI at least once per week, but that doesn't mean they are thrilled.
Marblehead man's viral moment exposes loophole in MBTA Communities Law
David Modica's viral moment made people realize the state law means you have to permit for housing, but you don't actually have to build any.
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"A legitimate threat." Apartment rental scams rise in Boston area, FBI says.
Apartment rental scams are rising in the Boston area, according to the FBI. They said there have been nearly 500 victims.
3 charged after Concord land was stolen from couple in 2024
An I-Team investigation into a brazen case of alleged land theft in Concord, Massachusetts has led to criminal charges nearly two years later.
Mother "extremely concerned" about baby in NICU ahead of nurses strike
With the Brigham and Women's Hospital nurses strike looming, some parents of newborns in the NICU are sounding the alarm.
National Grid mistakenly took more than $28,000 from woman's bank account
A Malden, Massachusetts woman said National Grid took more than $28,000 out of her bank account for a gas bill that she didn't owe.
Severe weather forced family to cancel Hawaiian Vrbo. Now they're out $12,000.
A Massachusetts family thought their Vrbo stay would be protected after they had to cancel their trip to Hawaii due to severe weather. Now they're out $12,000.
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Barney Frank, Massachusetts congressman for 32 years, dies at 86
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
Keller: Political battles now fought on government websites
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
New poll shows who voters blame for government shutdown
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
Keller: Sununu enters N.H. Senate race and that's bad news for Brown
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Keller: Moulton running against Markey in Senate race is about age
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
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"Floating boardwalk" to connect walking trails in Natick
Natick says it is installing a new floating boardwalk across Pickerel Pond.
Hammerhead shark tagged off Rhode Island "raises a lot of questions"
Rising ocean temperatures are drawing more hammerhead sharks to New England waters, researchers say.
Veterans take to the skies again in World War II-era aircraft
Some of the oldest military veterans in Massachusetts were honored with special flights on Friday in a World War II-era aircraft.
Nantucket PD releases Adam Sandler's call about basketball courts
After marrying Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, Adam Sandler went to Nantucket in search of a basketball court.
Injured hiker gets engaged after fall on New Hampshire mountain
An injured hiker had to be carried off a New Hampshire mountain on a stretcher, but that didn't stop her from getting engaged.
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Gloucester landmark is one of New England's most imaginative seaside estates
Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House has become one of New England's most imaginative seaside estates.
Step inside a coastal Massachusetts home that's a modern seaside retreat
Blending clean modern lines with the warmth of a classic seaside retreat, this stunning North Shore coastal home was designed to feel both elevated and inviting.
Sculpture park in Massachusetts offers one-of-a-kind walk through nature
Set across thirty acres of rolling lawns, wooded trails, and contemporary outdoor art, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum invites visitors to experience art in the landscape.
Massachusetts chef known as the "Pasta Queen" gives take on Italian dish
James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Karen Akunowicz has become known for her bold, Italian-inspired cooking and unmistakable culinary voice.
Visit a Rhode Island bird sanctuary that spans over 300 acres
Just a short drive from Newport, the Norman Bird Sanctuary spans 300 acres of fields, forests, and coastal trails with sweeping views and more than six miles of hiking paths.