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Smart, Williams listed as questionable for Celtics-Heat Game 5
We're playing the waiting game with Marcus Smart and Robert Williams again.
Risk of rain for Memorial Day weekend
There are some weather complications for the holiday weekend forecast.
COVID-19 in Massachusetts: Latest developments
Get the latest COVID-19 related news updated throughout the day.
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Live updates: At least 19 children, 2 adults dead after shooter opens fire at Texas elementary school
Authorities said the shooter was killed on the scene by law enforcement officials.
Boston's Hard Rock Cafe restaurant to close
A well-known chain restaurant near Faneuil Hall is pulling out of Boston for now.
Dog joins Newton Wellesley Hospital staff to provide unique support
Buddy the golden retriever will work 40-hours a week to comfort and distract patients.
How to talk to children about school violence
In the aftermath of a deadly Texas school shooting, many parents are weighing how to approach conversations with their children about the possibility of violence in the classroom.
Billerica named most popular Boston-area real estate market
The town of Billerica is the most popular real estate market in the Boston metro area to start the new year, according to Zillow.
Framingham Police seek masked break-in suspects
Police released home security videos showing masked break-in suspects in Framingham.
Seaplane service launches between Boston and Provincetown
There's a new way to get from Boston to Provincetown in just over a half hour.
Sailing team raising money to help prevent veteran suicide
The world-famous Figawi race is this weekend and a local sailing team is raising money to prevent veteran suicide.
Massachusetts gas prices holding at record $4.73 a gallon
Gas prices in Massachusetts have not risen or fallen in the last six days.
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How to talk to children about school violence
In the aftermath of a deadly Texas school shooting, many parents are weighing how to approach conversations with their children about the possibility of violence in the classroom.
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.
Mental Health is Health: A roundtable discussion
Join Dr. Mallika Marshall and our panel for a discussion on mental health.
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Mac Jones, Joe Judge to "teach each other" in 2022
Typically, a second-year NFL quarterback is going to lean on his positional coach for guidance. Generally, it's not the other way around.
Celtics need to take care of business and finish Heat off over next two games
Enough messing around. The Celtics need to take care of business and finish off the Heat over the next two games.
Red Sox offense has become a force to be reckoned with
The Red Sox offense is awake, and it's a force to be reckoned with.
Smart, Williams listed as questionable for Celtics-Heat Game 5
We're playing the waiting game with Marcus Smart and Robert Williams again.
Red Sox pound White Sox 16-3, extend win streak to 6 games
Trevor Story and Christian Vazquez each hit a three-run home run and drove in four runs in the win.
Jayson Tatum named to All-NBA First Team
Jayson Tatum has taken another step toward NBA superstardom.
Pats' locker room lower on Super Bowl champs than past years
Change is always the name of the game, and that's always evident in the roster turnover from year to year across the league.
David Ortiz sees greatness in Jayson Tatum
David Ortiz says that Jayson Tatum has all the right tools to become an NBA great, and his rise to the top is coming.
Chase Winovich looks like a completely different person
Chase Winovich is on a new team. He looks like a new person.
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How to talk to children about school violence
WBZ-TV's Nick Giovanni reports.
Framingham Police search for masked suspects wanted in series of home and car break-ins
Police released home security videos showing the masked suspects.
WBZ News update for May 25
Holiday weekend forecast; 37,000 flags on Boston Common; Belmont social media post; Medford death update
Wednesday's Child: 17-year-old Erick
Erick enjoys playing with Nerf guns, playing video games, and listening to music.
Tailwind Air launches seaplane service from Boston to Provincetown
There's a new way to get from Boston to P-Town.
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How to talk to children about school violence
In the aftermath of a deadly Texas school shooting, many parents are weighing how to approach conversations with their children about the possibility of violence in the classroom.
Monkeypox patient released from Mass General Hospital
The Massachusetts man who was identified as the first case of monkeypox in the U.S. was released from the hospital Tuesday.
Massachusetts reports COVID positivity rate at 8.58%, 33 additional deaths over 3 days
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts has increased to 8.58%.
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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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How to talk to children about school violence
In the aftermath of a deadly Texas school shooting, many parents are weighing how to approach conversations with their children about the possibility of violence in the classroom.
Monkeypox patient released from Mass General Hospital
The Massachusetts man who was identified as the first case of monkeypox in the U.S. was released from the hospital Tuesday.
Massachusetts reports COVID positivity rate at 8.58%, 33 additional deaths over 3 days
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts has increased to 8.58%.
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.
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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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Boston's Hard Rock Cafe restaurant to close
A well-known chain restaurant near Faneuil Hall is pulling out of Boston for now.
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.
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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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Creating unique wine blends on the North Shore
Mill River Winery is creating its own unique blends while celebrating the beauty of its surroundings.
The art of a proper English Tea
From tea served in traditional antique China, to an elegant tower of crustless finger sandwiches.
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.
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Boston's Hard Rock Cafe restaurant to close
A well-known chain restaurant near Faneuil Hall is pulling out of Boston for now.
How to talk to children about school violence
In the aftermath of a deadly Texas school shooting, many parents are weighing how to approach conversations with their children about the possibility of violence in the classroom.
Live Updates: At least 19 children, 2 adults killed in Texas elementary school shooting
The shooter is also dead, and is believed to have been killed by responding law enforcement officers.
Billerica named most popular Boston-area real estate market
The town of Billerica is the most popular real estate market in the Boston metro area to start the new year, according to Zillow.
Framingham Police seek masked break-in suspects
Police released home security videos showing masked break-in suspects in Framingham.
Sports
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Mac Jones, Joe Judge to "teach each other" in 2022
Typically, a second-year NFL quarterback is going to lean on his positional coach for guidance. Generally, it's not the other way around.
Celtics need to take care of business and finish Heat off over next two games
Enough messing around. The Celtics need to take care of business and finish off the Heat over the next two games.
Red Sox offense has become a force to be reckoned with
The Red Sox offense is awake, and it's a force to be reckoned with.
Smart, Williams listed as questionable for Celtics-Heat Game 5
We're playing the waiting game with Marcus Smart and Robert Williams again.
Red Sox pound White Sox 16-3, extend win streak to 6 games
Trevor Story and Christian Vazquez each hit a three-run home run and drove in four runs in the win.