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Northeastern sends acceptance emails to 205 law school applicants by mistake
Northeastern said the emails were a mistake and admissions decisions will not be finalized until later this academic year
Medfield cancels colonial costume tradition for third graders
A highly anticipated trip back in time for Medfield students will look a little more modern-day this year.
Gas prices in Massachusetts stop falling after steady drop since June
Gas prices in Massachusetts have dropped $1.56 since hitting a record high in June, but they leveled off Wednesday.
Orange Line slow zones still in place after unprecedented shutdown
More than two weeks after reopening, some slow zones remain in effect.
Savannah Bananas bringing 'baseball circus' to Brockton next summer
A baseball team that's become a viral sensation is coming to the Boston area next summer.
Schools make backup food supply plans during Sysco strike
Boston University and Haverhill Public Schools are making back up plans if the drivers' strike at Sysco continues into next week.
"Best Before" labels scrutinized as food waste concerns grow
"Best before" labels have nothing to do with safety and may encourage consumers to throw away food that's perfectly fine to eat.
Lynn streets transformed into 1980s New York for Warhol movie shoot
It was lights, camera, action in Lynn Tuesday night.
Massachusetts towns collecting supplies for Hurricane Ian survivors
Items collected in Townsend will be delivered to Florida communities impacted by the devastation of Hurricane Ian.
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Wednesday's Child: 9-year-old Kealan
Kealan loves music and lights up when he hears his favorite songs.
Christmas trees are likely to be more expensive this holiday season
As with so many products lately, blame inflation.
MBTA knows it has a Commuter Rail fare collection problem, how are they fixing it?
If there's no conductor on the Commuter Rail, viewers tell us they ride for free.
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Gas prices in Massachusetts stop falling after steady drop since June
WBZ TV's Kate Merrill reports.
Savannah Bananas coming to Boston area
The Savannah Bananas are bring their baseball circus to Brockton.
Next Weather: WBZ mid-morning forecast for October 5
Zack Green has your latest weather forecast.
Lynn streets transformed into 1980s New York for movie shoot
A movie about Andy Warhol is filming in Lynn.
WBZ News Update for October 5
Trial begins in crash that killed child; Cape migrants moving; Patriots new backup quarterback
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I-Team Investigations
I-Team: Residents left with few options as low-income assisted living facility closes
Residents said staff members told them they would not be fed or cared for after October 5.
I-Team: Unions furious that Soldiers' Home superintendent will return to work
There are new problems for the Chelsea Soldiers' Home.
I-Team: City knew about potential light pole danger as far back as 2017
The most recent bridge inspection from January included photos of the poles and found severe deficiencies in the steel that required repairs.
Health
Doctors say kids no longer need to miss school during head lice outbreaks
Doctors said head lice screening programs in schools are not an effective way to manage the problem and may, in turn, stigmatize children.
Tufts researchers launching study to see if health shake prevents memory loss
Local researchers are studying whether drinking a daily shake can help stave off memory loss.
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Bailey Zappe in line for first career start Sunday vs. Lions
Bailey Zappe made his NFL debut last Sunday. It sounds like he's in line for his first career start this weekend when the Patriots host the Detroit Lions.
Week 5 Fantasy Football position previews
Week 5 is here and it's time to put together your fantasy football lineup. We just to happen to have the perfect little cheat sheet to help you construct a winning roster.
Grand finale? Xander Bogaerts sends slam out of Fenway Park
If these really are the final days of Xander Bogaerts' career in Boston, the shortstop had a pretty perfect swing in one of his final at-bats with the team.
Bogaerts hits slam, Eovaldi strong as Red Sox beat Rays 6-0
Xander Bogaerts hit a grand slam and the Red Sox beat the playoff-bound Tampa Bay Rays 6-0 in a rain-shortened game on Tuesday night.
Aaron Judge breaks American League home run record
Judge hit his 62nd home run of the season, passing Roger Maris' mark of 61 home runs set in 1961.
Patriots reportedly signing QB Garrett Gilbert to practice squad
With Bailey Zappe the only healthy quarterback on the roster, the Patriots are reportedly adding veteran journeyman Garret Gilbert to the practice squad ahead of their Week 5 game against the Detroit Lions.
NBA GMs don't see Celtics as title favorites
Most sports books have the Boston Celtics as the favorites to win it all in 2023. But NBA GMs aren't as optimistic about the reigning Eastern Conference champs.
Jamie Collins has a new number for fourth stint with Pats
Patriots fans are pretty familiar with Jamie Collins, who is back in New England for the fourth time of his career. But fans will have to get used to a new number on the linebacker's jersey.
It's a throwback week for the Patriots
We're on to Week 5 in New England. And that means we're on to a throwback week for the Patriots.
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Tewksbury is home to America's first Public Health Museum
The museum helps educate people about public health by using fascinating artifacts.
Norwood's 200-year-old Winsmith Mill now a special shopping center
The Winsmith Mill Shops in Norwood is a 200-year-old building filled with local shops, artists and an underground music venue.
Roxbury's Madhouse Motors breaks barriers with custom motorcycle parts
Madhouse Motors in Roxbury is a home for motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world.
Health News
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Doctors say kids no longer need to miss school during head lice outbreaks
Doctors said head lice screening programs in schools are not an effective way to manage the problem and may, in turn, stigmatize children.
Tufts researchers launching study to see if health shake prevents memory loss
Local researchers are studying whether drinking a daily shake can help stave off memory loss.
Study looks at why some marriages last and others don't
The study found little correlation between personality traits and marital happiness.
Doctors urge vaccine-weary - Don't skip your flu shot this fall
After flu hit historically low levels during the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be poised for a comeback.
FDA approves ALS drug with study partly funded by Ice Bucket Challenge
There's still some uncertainty about the drug's efficacy.
I-Team
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I-Team: Residents left with few options as low-income assisted living facility closes
Residents said staff members told them they would not be fed or cared for after October 5.
I-Team: Unions furious that Soldiers' Home superintendent will return to work
There are new problems for the Chelsea Soldiers' Home.
I-Team: City knew about potential light pole danger as far back as 2017
The most recent bridge inspection from January included photos of the poles and found severe deficiencies in the steel that required repairs.
Woman hurt by falling light pole while walking in Seaport District
Sources told the WBZ-TV I-Team that a woman was hurt Tuesday when a light pole fell on her while she was walking in Boston's Seaport District.
I-Team's Call For Action gets man refund after thieves spend $6,000 on Airbnbs
A Merrimack man discovered thousands of dollars of fraudulent charges on his credit card and the bank said he was responsible for it.
Keller @ Large
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Keller @ Large: Candidates playing character card is not without risk
The saga of former football star Herschel Walker, locked in a tight Georgia race for Senate, is a cautionary tale of how risky playing the character card can be.
Watch the complete Question 4 debate: Access to driver's licenses
Question 4 on the Massachusetts statewide ballot this November deals with access to driver's licenses.
Keller: Next Massachusetts governor will face electricity cost crisis
Candidates Geoff Diehl and Maura Healey have different approaches to handle state's energy needs.
Keller @ Large: Truth test for TV ads in one of NH's congressional races
Jon Keller digs into the claims made by TV ads in the race between incumbent Democrat Chris Pappas and Republican nominee Karoline Leavitt.
Watch the complete Question 1 debate: The "Millionaire's Tax"
Question 1 on the Massachusetts statewide ballot this November deals with the so-called "Millionaire's Tax."
Business News
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Tupperware can now be found on store shelves
Tupperware containers will now be available at Target, in a major shift for the 76-year-old brand.
3 Bed Bath & Beyond stores in Massachusetts on closing list
Three Bed Bath & Beyond stores in Massachusetts are on a "store closings" list on the struggling retailer's website.
Child labor violations reported at New England restaurants
The Labor Department is highlighting child labor law violations it says it found at New England restaurants.
Regal Cinemas owner files for bankruptcy
The company is dealing with billions of dollars in debt and lower-than-expected attendance at screenings.
Some Boston hotels, restaurants, still desperate for workers as business returns
Despite the boom in business, some hotels and restaurants say they still cannot reach pre-pandemic staff levels.
Offbeat
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Savannah Bananas bringing 'baseball circus' to Brockton next summer
A baseball team that's become a viral sensation is coming to the Boston area next summer.
Lynn streets transformed into 1980s New York for Warhol movie shoot
It was lights, camera, action in Lynn Tuesday night.
Some Boston-area restaurants add hunger relief donation option to menus
There's a new menu option at some local restaurants.
Man on date retrieves 11 phones from bottom of Charles River
A man trying to find his own phone that he dropped in the Charles made quite the discovery.
Beloved Beverly seal "Shoebert" released back into ocean
"Shoebert" captured the heart of the Beverly community after hanging out at Shoe Pond and later turning himself in.
New England Living
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Health food for pets at Loyal Biscuit of Maine
Loyal Biscuit is known throughout Maine as the go-to health food store for pets.
Visiting the Owls Head Transportation Museum
Owls Head Transportation Museum is one of Midcoast Maine's top tourist spots.
Sailing the coast with Maine Windjammer
Cruising on this fleet of sailboats promises spectacular scenery, great food, and pure adventure.
Luxury boutique hotels in Midcoast Maine
The Bay View Collection offers a fully integrated Midcoast Maine vacation.
Custom knives crafted in Cambridge
MKS custom knives are used by professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts all over the world.
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Savannah Bananas bringing 'baseball circus' to Brockton next summer
A baseball team that's become a viral sensation is coming to the Boston area next summer.
Northeastern sends acceptance emails to 205 law school applicants by mistake
Northeastern said the emails were a mistake and admissions decisions will not be finalized until later this academic year
Lynn streets transformed into 1980s New York for Warhol movie shoot
It was lights, camera, action in Lynn Tuesday night.
Massachusetts towns collecting supplies for Hurricane Ian survivors
Items collected in Townsend will be delivered to Florida communities impacted by the devastation of Hurricane Ian.
Gas prices in Massachusetts stop falling after steady drop since June
Gas prices in Massachusetts have dropped $1.56 since hitting a record high in June, but they leveled off Wednesday.
Sports
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Bailey Zappe in line for first career start Sunday vs. Lions
Bailey Zappe made his NFL debut last Sunday. It sounds like he's in line for his first career start this weekend when the Patriots host the Detroit Lions.
Week 5 Fantasy Football position previews
Week 5 is here and it's time to put together your fantasy football lineup. We just to happen to have the perfect little cheat sheet to help you construct a winning roster.
Grand finale? Xander Bogaerts sends slam out of Fenway Park
If these really are the final days of Xander Bogaerts' career in Boston, the shortstop had a pretty perfect swing in one of his final at-bats with the team.
Bogaerts hits slam, Eovaldi strong as Red Sox beat Rays 6-0
Xander Bogaerts hit a grand slam and the Red Sox beat the playoff-bound Tampa Bay Rays 6-0 in a rain-shortened game on Tuesday night.
Aaron Judge breaks American League home run record
Judge hit his 62nd home run of the season, passing Roger Maris' mark of 61 home runs set in 1961.