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Boston Marathon 2025 live updates
There were some historic finishes at the 2025 Boston Marathon Monday.
Harvard sues the Trump administration, alleging unlawful actions
Harvard President Alan Garber said the university is suing the Trump administration over freezing federal funding.
Check the Boston Marathon 2025 results for winners, times and more
Follow along for all the winners and more results from the 2025 Boston Marathon.
Top American finishers at the 2025 Boston Marathon
It was a good day for Conner Mantz, Susannah Scaroni and other American athletes at the 2025 Boston Marathon.
Pope Francis death leaves Boston Archbishop "deeply saddened"
The death of Pope Francis "deeply saddened" Boston Archbishop Richard Henning.
How to track runners in the 2025 Boston Marathon
The best way to follow runners in the 2025 Boston Marathon is with the Boston Athletic Association's racing app.
What is Karen Read accused of and what is her defense?
Karen Read is on trial for a second time in Massachusetts for the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe.
Here are the celebrities running the 2025 Boston Marathon
It's finally time for the Boston Marathon. Here are the celebrities, influencers, professional athletes, and notable participants running in 2025.
Boston Marathon road closures, parking restrictions, and MBTA changes
There is a long list of road closures and parking restrictions along the 2025 Boston Marathon course.
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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.
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.
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.
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Lexington celebrates Patriots' Day with Paul Revere ride
Lexington, Massachusetts, celebrated Patriots' Day with a reenactment of Paul Revere's midnight ride.
New smart insoles could help with posture, prevent injury, and more
Shoe insoles made by a team at Ohio State University track your movement using solar-powered pressure sensors and can reveal key details about your movement and health.
Patients are becoming more comfortable with AI, study shows
A new study found medical patients are warming up to the idea of being diagnosed by artificial intelligence, with 71% of patients saying they are comfortable with AI screening their mammograms in addition to their doctor.
Cancer deaths are falling as diagnoses in women are rising, new report says
A new report in the journal "Cancer" found that while cancer deaths are falling, rates of cancer diagnosis are rising amongst women and steady amongst men.
Next Weather: WBZ Evening Forecast For April 21, 2025
Eric Fisher has an updated weather forecast.
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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.
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Red Sox beat White Sox in Boston Marathon Monday morning game
Walker Buehler gave up one run over seven innings and the Red Sox went on to beat the White Sox at Fenway Park on Patriots' Day.
White Sox beat Red Sox 8-4 to end worst road start in team history
Andrew Vaughn hit a two-run homer, pinch-hitter Edgar Quero added a go-ahead, two-run single and the Chicago White Sox snapped a six-game losing streak with an 8-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox Sunday, ending their worst road start in team history.
Celtics beat Magic 103-86 in Game 1
Derrick White scored 30 points, Jayson Tatum had 17 points and finished the game after a scary late fall, and the Boston Celtics beat the Orlando Magic 103-86 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series Sunday.
NYCFC manages just 2 shots on goal in shutout loss to New England
Ignatius Ganago had a goal and an assist to lead the New England Revolution to a 2-0 victory over New York City FC on Saturday night.
Red Sox beat White Sox 4-3 in extra innings
Triston Casas hit a bases-loaded single off the Green Monster to drive in the winning run with one out in the 10th inning on Saturday, lifting the Boston Red Sox to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
Trevor Story has 2 HRs, 6 RBIs to lead Red Sox to 10-3 win over White Sox
Trevor Story went 3 for 4 with two homers and six RBIs and the Boston Red Sox beat the Chicago White Sox 10-3 on Friday night.
What to watch for when Celtics play Magic in first round
The Boston Celtics have a chance to do something special this summer, but the Orlando Magic could give them a strong test in the first round of the NBA Playoffs.
Tackles the Patriots could take in 2025 NFL Draft
The New England Patriots have a giant hole at left tackle, and should be adding a blindside protector (or two) sometime during the 2025 NFL Draft.
Roman Anthony is red-hot for Worcester. When will Red Sox call him up?
Top Red Sox prospect Roman Anthony is swinging a red-hot bat for Triple-A Worcester. But it doesn't sound like he'll be playing for the Red Sox in Boston anytime soon.
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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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.
Watertown's "library of things" offers creative community workspace
The Watertown Library is providing the tools and a space for people to get creative and learn new skills.
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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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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.
Hood of Nissan Altima flies open on Mass. highway after recall fix
The hood of a Stoneham woman's 2015 Nissan Altima flew open while she was driving on Route 93.
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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.
Healey: Tariffs on Canadian imports could cost Mass. $1 billion a year
President Trump will announce new tariffs on U.S. trading partners Wednesday. Massachusetts will be hit hard, according to the governor.
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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.
The Ground Round sets grand opening day for Shrewsbury restaurant
The Ground Round has started serving customers again in Shrewsbury.
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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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Who could testify in Karen Read's second trial?
There are dozens of witnesses scheduled to testify in Karen Read's second trial in Dedham, Massachusetts.
Harvard sues the Trump administration, alleging unlawful actions
Harvard President Alan Garber said the university is suing the Trump administration over freezing federal funding.
What is Karen Read accused of and what is her defense?
Karen Read is on trial for a second time in Massachusetts for the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe.
Top American finishers at the Boston Marathon
It was a good day for Conner Mantz, Susannah Scaroni and other American athletes at the 2025 Boston Marathon.
How a letter and a wheelchair reshaped the Boston Marathon
Bob Hall's 1975 finish opened the door for generations of athletes. Today, Delmace Mayo becomes the next to follow his path at just 19 years old.
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Red Sox beat White Sox in Boston Marathon Monday morning game
Walker Buehler gave up one run over seven innings and the Red Sox went on to beat the White Sox at Fenway Park on Patriots' Day.
White Sox beat Red Sox 8-4 to end worst road start in team history
Andrew Vaughn hit a two-run homer, pinch-hitter Edgar Quero added a go-ahead, two-run single and the Chicago White Sox snapped a six-game losing streak with an 8-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox Sunday, ending their worst road start in team history.
Celtics beat Magic 103-86 in Game 1
Derrick White scored 30 points, Jayson Tatum had 17 points and finished the game after a scary late fall, and the Boston Celtics beat the Orlando Magic 103-86 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series Sunday.
NYCFC manages just 2 shots on goal in shutout loss to New England
Ignatius Ganago had a goal and an assist to lead the New England Revolution to a 2-0 victory over New York City FC on Saturday night.
Red Sox beat White Sox 4-3 in extra innings
Triston Casas hit a bases-loaded single off the Green Monster to drive in the winning run with one out in the 10th inning on Saturday, lifting the Boston Red Sox to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox.