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Extreme heat likely to break records this weekend
We will challenge daily high temperature records Saturday and Sunday.
Boy from "Jaws" becoming police chief on Martha's Vineyard
Decades after appearing in "Jaws," the boy in the fake shark scene is becoming a police chief on Martha's Vineyard.
COVID-19 in Massachusetts: Latest developments
Get the latest COVID-19 related news updated throughout the day.
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Fake bomb threat called into Hyannis restaurant, suspect arrested
A man called Fogo Brazilian Barbeque to say that a travel bag he left there would explode if anyone touched it.
4-year-old allegedly assaulted at MBTA Park Street station, man arrested
A man was arrested after allegedly assaulting a 4-year-old child at the MBTA Park Street station stop.
Heat Emergency declared in Boston, cooling centers and splash pads open
Boston will have splash pads and cooling centers open this weekend.
2 firefighters injured while putting out blaze in Brockton, 11 displaced
Smoke and flames could be seen coming from the home.
Jif peanut butter products recalled due to salmonella outbreak
Certain Jif peanut butter products have been recalled due to a salmonella outbreak.
COVID cases are far higher than reported, Boston doctor says
What is causing the recent rise in cases? Dr. Daniel Kuritzkes joined WBZ-TV to discuss COVID-19.
Massachusetts Republicans meet in Springfield for convention
Members of the state GOP were gathering in Springfield ahead of this autumn's elections.
Framingham-based company now holds world records for unique art projects
The Framingham-based company Quilling Card says it now holds two Guinness World Records.
Retired teacher to serve up to 20 years after being convicted of child rape
Stephen Jaszek will also be required to register as a sex offender.
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Shrewsbury couple hopes daughter's suicide helps others
A Shrewsbury girl died by suicide at 16 years old. Now her family hopes her death can help break the stigma surrounding mental health.
Mental Health is Health: A roundtable discussion
Join Dr. Mallika Marshall and our panel for a discussion on mental health.
Mental health resources for depression, suicide prevention, substance abuse and more
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and these organizations are available to help.
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Story hits slam to lead Red Sox past Mariners 7-3
Trevor Story hit a grand slam over the Green Monster, leading Boston to a 7-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Friday night.
Tom Brady drops Boston accent in new ad
Tom Brady hasn't been in Boston for a long time. But a part of the city remains with him.
Butler says C's embarrassed Heat in Game 2
Jimmy Butler was the star of Game 1. But Game 2 was a different story.
Deuce Tatum leaves Grant Williams hanging after C's Game 2 win
The celebratory Celtics locker room was all smiles after the win in Game 2 in Miami.
Pats' top pick thought he was being pranked on draft night
If you were surprised to hear Cole Strange's name called in the first round of the NFL draft, you're not alone.
Marcus Smart's fingerprints are all over Celtics' Game 2 win
Marcus Smart was Marcus Smart in Game 2, putting his fingerprints all over a big win by the Celtics.
Celtics dominate Heat in Game 2 of Eastern Conference Finals
The Celtics absolutely pummeled the Heat in Game 2 to tie the Eastern Conference Finals at a game apiece.
Trevor Story's 3 homers lead Red Sox to 12-6 win over M's
Trevor Story had three homers and seven RBIs to help the Red Sox rally from a four-run deficit to beat the Seattle Mariners 12-6 Thursday night.
Pats announce 2022 preseason schedule
The Patriots' preseason schedule is official.
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WBZ News Update For May 21, 2022
WBZ-TV's Anna Meiler and Jacob Wycoff have your latest news and weather.
True COVID case numbers are far higher than reported, Brigham and Women's doctor says
WBZ-TV's Anna Meiler spoke with Brigham and Women's Chief of Infectious Diseases Dr. Daniel Kuritzkes.
Massachusetts Republican Nominating Convention happens in Springfield
The Massachusetts Republican Nominating Convention is happening Saturday in Springfield.
Framingham-based company holds two world records for quilling
The quilling replica of Van Gogh's "Starry Night" will be on display this weekend.
Cambridge Housing Authority makes repairs to tenants will have A/C this weekend
Tenants were told earlier in the week that the A/C wouldn't turn on until June.
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COVID cases are far higher than reported, Boston doctor says
What is causing the recent rise in cases? Dr. Daniel Kuritzkes joined WBZ-TV to discuss COVID-19.
Massachusetts reports 3,938 new COVID cases, positivity rate over 9.5%
It's the highest positivity rate since it was over 10% on January 25.
State Representative wants schools to allow mental health days for students
A bill introduced before the pandemic would allow two excused absences for mental health days.
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Food Truck Friday: Gogi on the Block
Hyun Kim's inspiration for Gogi on the Block was his mother's home-cooked meals as a kid.
Food Truck Friday: Bon Me
Bon Me started when Ali Fong and Patrick Lynch entered a contest put on by the city of Boston in 2010.
Food Truck Friday: Shishkaberry's Of New England
Shishkaberry's Of New England is serving up a great Mother's Day gift.
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Program helps kids resume school after mental health issues
The program is now being implemented nationwide and bridging a gap to get struggling kids to stay in school.
American Heritage Museum offers interactive history of war
At the American Heritage Museum in Hudson, the focus is not celebrating our conflicts but making sure we don't repeat the mistakes of the past.
It Happens Here: Roxbury's Dudley Greenhouse Gives Residents Chance To Grow Their Own Food
A major effort is underway to tackle food insecurity in Roxbury and the surrounding neighborhoods of Boston.
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COVID cases are far higher than reported, Boston doctor says
What is causing the recent rise in cases? Dr. Daniel Kuritzkes joined WBZ-TV to discuss COVID-19.
Massachusetts reports 3,938 new COVID cases, positivity rate over 9.5%
It's the highest positivity rate since it was over 10% on January 25.
Mental Health is Health: A roundtable discussion
Join Dr. Mallika Marshall and our panel for a discussion on mental health.
State Representative wants schools to allow mental health days for students
A bill introduced before the pandemic would allow two excused absences for mental health days.
How social emotional learning builds skills to help kids improve their mental health
Students are learning strategies like breathing exercises to help them cope with their emotions.
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Massachusetts struggles to keep up with mental health crisis for kids, teens
Kids in crisis often end up waiting for days or weeks in emergency rooms. It's a practice called "boarding."
Chelsea residents outraged over toxic debris dumped near homes
Chelsea residents gathered Wednesday evening to get answers about the state's dumping of a pile of rubble filled with asbestos.
Removal of debris pile contaminated with asbestos underway
Crews in Chelsea have begun removing a pile of debris that is contaminated with asbestos on Friday.
I-Team: Zelle blamed after hackers steal teen's bank account
Zelle is now a favorite for thieves because once the money is transferred out, it's nearly impossible to get back.
I-Team: debris containing asbestos dumped in Chelsea in July
Hazardous construction material was dumped in Chelsea last July and had been sitting next to a public housing development.
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Keller @ Large: Women's Soccer Pay Agreement Spotlights Gender Wage Gap
As women's soccer players negotiate equal pay, the question remains: What about the rest of America's women?
Mystery remains after Pentagon reveals UFO database
While the hearing did reveal some detail, a lot still remains a mystery.
Efforts to boost airline passenger rights remain grounded
Airline dissatisfaction is taking off, and lawmakers have noticed.
Keller & Large: Push for gas tax holiday takes toll on partisan unity
With gas prices rising, deviation from the party line is a growth stock these days.
Keller: Supreme Court Overturning Roe V. Wade Would Show How Abortion Rights Have Become 'Grotesquely Politicized'
Jon says abortion rights, like so many other issues, has "become grotesquely politicized, just like another once-accepted public health standard, the right of the state to require vaccinations."
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BPS announces contract with Black-owned City Fresh Foods
Roxbury based and minority-owned City Fresh Foods is taking on the responsibility of providing meals to almost 50,000 Boston Public School students starting on July 1.
Gaming Commission reports about $99 million in April revenue across all casinos
Inflation did not hurt the casino business in Massachusetts.
Robots help distribution center workers become more productive, less fatigued
Robots at Top Notch Distributors are giving current employees a big boost.
New robots help Mansfield distribution center workers become more productive, less fatigued
Robots at Top Notch Distributors are giving current employees a big boost. WBZ-TV's Breana Pitts reports.
Consumer price growth slowed in April
The yearly rate of U.S. inflation fell to 8.3% in April, compared to a historic 8.5% in March, marking the first decline since August. WBZ-TV's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
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Peterboro Basket Co. in NH closing, citing forest pest
The Peterboro Basket Company has been in business since 1854.
Killer whale spotted by fisherman off Nantucket
A fishing crew spotted a majestic sight in the waters off Massachusetts this week – an orca whale.
Bobcat breaks into Vermont home, attacks elderly man inside
An elderly man in Vermont had a wild encounter with a bobcat when the animal broke into his home and attacked him.
Boston area glimpses "super flower blood moon" lunar eclipse
Sunday night brought the first total eclipse to the northeast in over three years.
Supermassive black hole at center of Milky Way revealed
For the first time, astronomers have captured an image of the supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy.
New England Living
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Behind the scenes at WaterFire Providence
WaterFire has been a Providence tradition for over 25 years.
Glassblowing at The Bubble Factory in Essex
The Bubble Factory is a multimedia workshop and classroom.
Visit Broomstones curling club in Wayland
As Massachusetts' largest curling club, Broomstones is hotbed for talent.
New England Living: changing face of Mystic's shoreline
One of the newest additions to the Mystic waterfront is a building blending classic style with a modern twist.
New England Living: Salmon Nicoise recipe
Legal Sea Foods Chefs Matt King and Patrick Keefe offer up tips on how to pick and prepare the perfect piece of fish.
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Fake bomb threat called into Hyannis restaurant, suspect arrested
A man called Fogo Brazilian Barbeque to say that a travel bag he left there would explode if anyone touched it.
4-year-old allegedly assaulted at MBTA Park Street station, man arrested
A man was arrested after allegedly assaulting a 4-year-old child at the MBTA Park Street station stop.
2 firefighters injured while putting out blaze in Brockton, 11 displaced
Smoke and flames could be seen coming from the home.
Jif peanut butter products recalled due to salmonella outbreak
Certain Jif peanut butter products have been recalled due to a salmonella outbreak.
COVID cases are far higher than reported, Boston doctor says
What is causing the recent rise in cases? Dr. Daniel Kuritzkes joined WBZ-TV to discuss COVID-19.
Sports
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Story hits slam to lead Red Sox past Mariners 7-3
Trevor Story hit a grand slam over the Green Monster, leading Boston to a 7-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Friday night.
Tom Brady drops Boston accent in new ad
Tom Brady hasn't been in Boston for a long time. But a part of the city remains with him.
Butler says C's embarrassed Heat in Game 2
Jimmy Butler was the star of Game 1. But Game 2 was a different story.
Deuce Tatum leaves Grant Williams hanging after C's Game 2 win
The celebratory Celtics locker room was all smiles after the win in Game 2 in Miami.
Pats' top pick thought he was being pranked on draft night
If you were surprised to hear Cole Strange's name called in the first round of the NFL draft, you're not alone.