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Weekend heat likely to break records with 90s in forecast
Seems a bit early in the season to be talking about "dangerous heat" but it's coming this weekend.
CBS unveils 2022-2023 primetime lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas and more.
COVID-19 In Massachusetts: Latest Developments
Get the latest COVID-19 related news updated throughout the day.
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Weekend heat likely to break records with 90s in forecast
Seems a bit early in the season to be talking about "dangerous heat" but it's coming this weekend.
Next round of Premium Pay bonus checks announced
About 330,000 low-income workers can expect a $500 check in the mail soon.
MBTA pulls new Orange Line trains out of service after braking units issue
The MBTA is pulling all new Orange Line trains out of service after one experienced a problem in its braking units.
Monkeypox virus identified in Massachusetts man
A patient at Massachusetts General Hospital has been diagnosed with monkeypox.
Mendon Police issue warning after GPS leads man off road
A Mendon delivery driver found himself stuck after following his GPS about 900 feet off the road.
Scott Dowd will plead guilty in 2021 Salem, NH crash
Scott Dowd is expected to plead guilty following a 2021 crash that seriously injured a young New Hampshire girl.
Charlestown High students arrested after 2 guns found inside school
Boston Police said a 13-year-old and a 17-year-old student are in custody after two guns were found at Charlestown High School.
Assaults involving Chromebooks reported at Boston schools
Parents have gone to Boston police three times in the past month to report Chromebook assaults.
Police increasing Hampton Beach patrols
Police will be stepping up patrols on Hampton Beach this weekend with scorching heat in the forecast.
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Thursday is Mental Health Awareness Day
A day long effort by CBS Boston to shine a light on issues of mental health.
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.
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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Pats announce 2022 preseason schedule
The Patriots' preseason schedule is official.
Horford available to play in Game 2 for Celtics
The Celtics got some very good news on Al Horford.
Sweeney to remain Bruins' GM, Cassidy's status to be determined
The Bruins apparently won't be making a change at general manager.
Derrick White out for Game 2 due to personal reasons
The Celtics will be without Derrick White in Game 2 on Thursday night.
Lowry out for Heat, Smart probable for Celtics in Game 2
The Miami Heat will still be without their starting point guard in Game 2.
Pivetta pitches rare complete game in Red Sox win
Nick Pivetta's night started in rough fashion. It was smooth sailing from there.
Pivetta tosses 2-hitter, Red Sox beat Astros 5-1
Nick Pivetta pitched a two-hitter and the Boston Red Sox beat the Houston Astros 5-1 on Wednesday night.
If the Celtics want to steal Game 2 in Miami, they need Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown to play like stars
The Celtics are confident that they can bounce back in Game 2 against the Heat. They need their stars to be stars.
Don Sweeney doesn't have contract with Bruins for next season
Bruins GM Don Sweeney doesn't currently have a contract for next season.
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Second juvenile arrested after gun found at Charlestown High School
Two students are in custody after guns were found at Charlestown High School.
Two guns found at Charlestown High School, 13-year-old in custody
CBS News Boston's Beth Germano reports.
New Hampshire doctor will plead guilty in 2021 crash that injured Salem girl
A girl was hurt when the crash sent a mailbox post flying into her home.
WBZ News update for May 19
Paula Ebben and David Epstein have your latest news and weather headlines.
Next Weather: WBZ midday forecast for May 19
Dave Epstein has your latest weather forecast.
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Monkeypox virus identified in Massachusetts man
A patient at Massachusetts General Hospital has been diagnosed with monkeypox.
Baby leaving NICU after more than 200 days
This Sunday, the NICU's longest little patient will go home to Wilmington, to his overjoyed parents and three siblings.
Can I Get COVID Again? Dr. Mallika Marshall Answers Your Questions
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your coronavirus vaccine-related medical questions.
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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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It Happens Here: Brookline program helps kids get back to school after mental health disruptions
WBZ TV's Kate Merrill reports.
Monkeypox virus identified in Massachusetts man
A patient at Massachusetts General Hospital has been diagnosed with monkeypox.
Baby leaving NICU after more than 200 days
This Sunday, the NICU's longest little patient will go home to Wilmington, to his overjoyed parents and three siblings.
Patient with monkeypox being treated at Boston hospital
Massachusetts health officials announced Wednesday that they have confirmed a case of the monkeypox virus. WBZ-TV's Kristina Rex reports.
MGH doctors provide update on monkeypox case
Health officials said the patient recently traveled to Canada.
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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.
I-Team: Apartments Tested For Asbestos After Hazardous Material Dumped In Chelsea
Chelsea residents became concerned after learning the state Department of Transportation dumped a pile of construction material with asbestos in it outside their window.
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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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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.
What Is Behind The Recent Stock Market Plunge?
Mike Armstrong, Senior Managing Partner at Armstrong Advisory Group, talked to WBZ-TV's Paula Ebben about the fluctuating stock market.
Offbeat
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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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Weekend heat likely to break records with 90s in forecast
Seems a bit early in the season to be talking about "dangerous heat" but it's coming this weekend.
Next round of Premium Pay bonus checks announced
About 330,000 low-income workers can expect a $500 check in the mail soon.
MBTA pulls new Orange Line trains out of service after braking units issue
The MBTA is pulling all new Orange Line trains out of service after one experienced a problem in its braking units.
Mendon Police issue warning after GPS leads man off road
A Mendon delivery driver found himself stuck after following his GPS about 900 feet off the road.
Scott Dowd will plead guilty in 2021 Salem, NH crash
Scott Dowd is expected to plead guilty following a 2021 crash that seriously injured a young New Hampshire girl.
Sports
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Pats announce 2022 preseason schedule
The Patriots' preseason schedule is official.
Horford available to play in Game 2 for Celtics
The Celtics got some very good news on Al Horford.
Sweeney to remain Bruins' GM, Cassidy's status to be determined
The Bruins apparently won't be making a change at general manager.
Derrick White out for Game 2 due to personal reasons
The Celtics will be without Derrick White in Game 2 on Thursday night.
Lowry out for Heat, Smart probable for Celtics in Game 2
The Miami Heat will still be without their starting point guard in Game 2.