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Celtics blow out Heat in Game 4, Eastern Conference Finals tied 2-2
Jayson Tatum bounced back and the Celtics locked down the Heat in Game 4 to even the Eastern Conference Finals at 2-2.
Medford woman Barbara Novaes found dead at home after reported missing
The body of 61-year-old Barbara Novaes was found by police at her Medford home after she was reported missing by her family.
COVID-19 in Massachusetts: Latest developments
Get the latest COVID-19 related news updated throughout the day.
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Fire breaks out at Wayfinder Hotel in Newport, RI
A newly-renovated hotel in Newport, Rhode Island went up in flames on Monday night.
Barnstable Police warns of possible use of date-rape drugs at local bars
Barnstable Police say they have recently received several reports of people who feel like they have been drugged at local bars.
Overheated lawnmower may have caused massive fire in Methuen
The home, which is located on Woodburn Drive, is considered a total loss.
Byfield mourns the loss of beloved greenhouse worker
Susan Sforza Nico was killed in a weekend car accident at the Byfield Greenhouse and Garden Center.
Monkeypox patient in Boston had contact with 200 people, CDC says
The CDC said they are tracking 200 contacts connected to the monkeypox patient in Boston.
Medford woman Barbara Novaes found dead at home after reported missing
The body of 61-year-old Barbara Novaes was found by police at her Medford home after she was reported missing by her family.
Electric boats provide views of Boston Harbor
The owner of Boston Electric Boats says the electric boats are eco-friendly and have quieter motors.
Man with salmonella symptoms angry over Jif peanut butter recall handling
A Middleboro man feels like more could be done for the people who got sick from the peanut butter.
Revere Beach, Carson Beach locals concerned over recent arrests
Residents hope that as the warm weather sticks around, the crowds will eventually thin out.
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Shrewsbury couple urges teens to seek help after daughter's suicide
A Shrewsbury girl died by suicide at 16 years old. Now her family hopes her death can help break the stigma surrounding 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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Celtics blow out Heat in Game 4, Eastern Conference Finals tied 2-2
Jayson Tatum bounced back and the Celtics locked down the Heat in Game 4 to even the Eastern Conference Finals at 2-2.
Derrick White gave Celtics a huge spark to start Game 4 win
Even before he knew that he'd be starting Monday night's must-win Game 4, Derrick White vowed to be more aggressive for the Boston Celtics. He was true to his word against the Heat.
Marcus Smart out, but Robert Williams returning to Celtics lineup for Game 4
The Celtics got some good news and some bad news on the injury front for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Marcus Smart wins NBA Hustle Award
No one hustles quite like Marcus Smart.
Story named AL Player of the Week
This was an obvious choice.
Slimmed-down Mac Jones learned a lot about nutrition
Mac Jones is looking a bit trimmer as he enters his second year in the NFL.
Belichick downplays Patriots' lack of offensive coordinator
Bill Belichick doesn't seem to be even slightly concerned.
Pats announce new jersey numbers
The new numbers are officially locked in for veteran additions to the Patriots' roster.
Red Sox sport Celtics jerseys after walk-off win
The Red Sox are showing support for their friends across town.
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Next Weather: WBZ Weather Forecast
Sarah Wroblewski has your latest weather forecast.
New wastewater data show COVID cases may be trending down in Massachusetts
The metric that doctors believe to be most accurate shows COVID cases are now trending down in Massachusetts.
Monkeypox patient in Boston had contact with 200 people, CDC says
The CDC said they are tracking 200 contacts connected to the monkeypox patient in Boston.
Barnstable Police warns of possible use of date-rape drugs at local bars
Barnstable Police say they have recently received several reports of people who feel like they have been drugged at local bars.
Fire breaks out at Wayfinder Hotel in Newport, RI
A newly-renovated hotel in Newport, Rhode Island went up in flames on Monday night.
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Study: Growing up with dogs may reduce Crohn's disease risk
Man's best friend could be your toddler's as well.
Study: global warming could make it harder to get good sleep
Global warming could have a profound impact on our ability to get a good night's sleep.
Massachusetts reports 7,626 new COVID cases, positivity rate drops to 8.30%
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported 7,626 new confirmed COVID cases on Monday.
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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.
Health
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Study: Growing up with dogs may reduce Crohn's disease risk
Man's best friend could be your toddler's as well.
Study: global warming could make it harder to get good sleep
Global warming could have a profound impact on our ability to get a good night's sleep.
Massachusetts reports 7,626 new COVID cases, positivity rate drops to 8.30%
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported 7,626 new confirmed COVID cases on Monday.
Boston Children’s Hospital researchers part of international investigation of monkeypox
WBZ TV's Nick Giovanni reports.
Pfizer says 3 small COVID vaccine shots protect kids under 5
It's the latest step toward letting the littlest kids get the shots.
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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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"Faces of COVID" account serves as reminder of lives lost during pandemic
The "Faces of COVID" Twitter account remembers lives lost during the pandemic.
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.
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Wayfair opening Lynnfield store to showcase furniture brand
Wayfair is opening a new physical store on the North Shore this week.
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.
Offbeat
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Maine K9 finds missing woman, days after tracking down girl
A Maine K9 has been hard at work over the past few days.
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.
New England Living
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New England Living: Scallop and risotto recipe
We're in the Test Kitchen with chefs from Strega Italiano.
New England Living: Mixing up a Tiger Lily cocktail
In our Mixology series, a lesson on how to make a fun and easy summer cocktail.
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.
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Fire breaks out at Wayfinder Hotel in Newport, RI
A newly-renovated hotel in Newport, Rhode Island went up in flames on Monday night.
Barnstable Police warns of possible use of date-rape drugs at local bars
Barnstable Police say they have recently received several reports of people who feel like they have been drugged at local bars.
Overheated lawnmower may have caused massive fire in Methuen
The home, which is located on Woodburn Drive, is considered a total loss.
Byfield mourns the loss of beloved greenhouse worker
Susan Sforza Nico was killed in a weekend car accident at the Byfield Greenhouse and Garden Center.
Monkeypox patient in Boston had contact with 200 people, CDC says
The CDC said they are tracking 200 contacts connected to the monkeypox patient in Boston.
Sports
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Celtics blow out Heat in Game 4, Eastern Conference Finals tied 2-2
Jayson Tatum bounced back and the Celtics locked down the Heat in Game 4 to even the Eastern Conference Finals at 2-2.
Derrick White gave Celtics a huge spark to start Game 4 win
Even before he knew that he'd be starting Monday night's must-win Game 4, Derrick White vowed to be more aggressive for the Boston Celtics. He was true to his word against the Heat.
Marcus Smart out, but Robert Williams returning to Celtics lineup for Game 4
The Celtics got some good news and some bad news on the injury front for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Marcus Smart wins NBA Hustle Award
No one hustles quite like Marcus Smart.
Story named AL Player of the Week
This was an obvious choice.