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North Andover police officer Kelsey Fitzsimmons found not guilty by judge
Lawrence Superior Court Judge Jeffrey Karp found Kelsey Fitzsimmons not guilty of assault with a dangerous weapon Wednesday following a bench trial that lasted less than three days.
Plymouth police officer and husband arrested, charged with child rape
Plymouth police officer Samantha Pelrine and her husband were arrested Thursday and charged with multiple counts of child rape.
It's Opening Day for the Red Sox. Here's what to know as the season starts.
The Boston Red Sox will face the Reds in Cincinnati today to start the 2026 MLB season.
Here's the salary required to "live comfortably" in Boston
It's getting more expensive to afford a comfortable lifestyle in Boston, according to a new study.
$15,000 bail for former Boston school bus driver accused of killing boy
A former Boston school bus driver accused of running over and killing 5-year-old Lens Arthur Joseph in 2025 was released on $15,000 bail Thursday.
Dog thanks NH firefighter who saved his life after freak accident
Ziggy the dog showed his appreciation for the New Hampshire firefighter who saved his life after a freak accident.
What is the gas tax refund for Mass Pike drivers and why is it so hard to get?
If you buy gas and use the Mass Pike you can get money back from the state. But getting the refund is mentally taxing.
As wealth taxes gain traction, Warren proposes levy on the ultra-rich
Sen. Elizabeth Warren's bill would raise taxes on households worth more than $50 million and on billionaires.
Kids and families learn to cook during doctor's appointments
At Boston Children's Hospital's Needham campus, education about autoimmune diseases is happening in an unexpected place - the kitchen.
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Babysitter charged in 2-year-old's death. "She tortured my child," father says.
Frankie Rodenbaugh died just days after his babysitter allegedly left him in a car for hours.
Here's a look at the modern way of getting maple syrup from a tree
Tapping a tree for maple syrup is done with a modern twist in Sharon.
1,000 blue Massachusetts license plates available in low number lottery
The state is holding a lottery for drivers who want to get one with a low number.
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North Andover officer Kelsey Fitzsimmons says her "fight is not over" following not guilty verdict
North Andover police officer Kelsey Fitzsimmons spoke outside court following the judge's decision to find her not guilty of assault.
North Andover officer Kelsey Fitzsimmons found not guilty of assault by judge | Full video
Kelsey Fitzsimmons, a North Andover police officer, was found not guilty of assault with a dangerous weapon by a judge on Thursday.
President Trump warns of consequences if government shutdown isn't ended
According to President Trump, there will be new consequences if the partial government shutdown isn't brought to an end.
Gillette Stadium set to host 2026 World Cup friendly
Brazil and France are playing at Gillette Stadium Thursday, and Massachusetts officials are using the event as a warmup for this year's World Cup.
Next Weather: WBZ midday forecast for March 26, 2026
Jason Mikell has your latest weather forecast.
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Babysitter charged in 2-year-old's death. "She tortured my child," father says.
Frankie Rodenbaugh died just days after his babysitter allegedly left him in a car, strapped in his seat for hours with no food or water.
Family discovers mother's headstone in Boston cemetery moved without notification
A woman went to visit her mother's grave at St. Joseph Cemetery in West Roxbury and was surprised to see the headstone was moved.
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It's Opening Day for the Red Sox. Here's what to know as the season starts.
The Boston Red Sox will face the Reds in Cincinnati today to start the 2026 MLB season.
Zacha scores in OT to give the Bruins a 4-3 win over the Sabres
The Boston Bruins rallied for a 4-3 win over the Atlantic Division-leading Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday night.
Brown scores 31, Celtics rally to beat Thunder 119-109
The Boston Celtics rallied to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-109 on Wednesday night, snapping the defending champions' 12-game win streak.
Maple Leafs snap 3-game skid with 4-2 win at Bruins
The Toronto Maple Leafs snapped a three-game losing streak with a 4-2 victory over the Boston Bruins on Tuesday night.
Patriots release Josh Dobbs, positioning Tommy DeVito as Drake Maye's backup
The New England Patriots will have a new backup for quarterback Drake Maye this upcoming season.
Celtics' four-game winning streak ends with 102-92 loss to Timberwolves
The loss snapped the Celtics' four-game winning streak and left them just a half-game ahead of the New York Knicks in second place in the Eastern Conference.
Boston Fleet break franchise attendance record in win over Seattle
The Fleet said there 6,164 people in attendance at the Tsongas Center in Lowell, the largest regular-season attendance in franchise history.
Bruins beat Red Wings in Eastern Conference showdown
Defenseman Nikita Zadorov broke a tie at 9:42 of the third period and the Boston Bruins beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-2 on Saturday night in an Eastern Conference wild-card showdown.
Boston Legacy lose first away game 3-0 to Houston Dash
Boston Legacy lost their first-ever away game 3-0 to the Houston Dash on Saturday.
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Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Ready for allergy season? Here's the pollen forecast in Mass.
Boston's cold and snowy winter might have an effect on this year's pollen allergy season.
RFK Jr. challenges Dunkin' and Starbucks over sugary drinks
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
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What is the gas tax refund for Mass Pike drivers and why is it so hard to get?
If you buy gas, and use the Mass Pike, you can get money back from Massachusetts. It's a law that almost no one knows about, but cashing in is mentally taxing.
Should Massachusetts put the gas tax on hold as prices surge?
Gas prices are rising amid the war in Iran, but a small number hidden with that price is constant.
What does history and the Constitution say about a president's war powers?
Congress has declared war 11 times in U.S. history.
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Babysitter charged in 2-year-old's death. "She tortured my child," father says.
Frankie Rodenbaugh died just days after his babysitter allegedly left him in a car, strapped in his seat for hours with no food or water.
Family discovers mother's headstone in Boston cemetery moved without notification
A woman went to visit her mother's grave at St. Joseph Cemetery in West Roxbury and was surprised to see the headstone was moved.
Threats to judges are increasing. Here's what's happening in Massachusetts.
In the last four years there were 168 threats made against trial court judges in Massachusetts, according to state records.
Former staffer at Franklin autism program accused of breaking teen's arm
A former staff member at a Massachusetts residential program for children living with autism is accused of breaking a teenage student's arm.
Couple struggling to claim $11,000 from Find Mass. Money gets help from I-Team
The ads for the Find Mass Money website in Massachusetts make it seem easy. But one couple struggled to get their $11,000.
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Keller: Political battles now fought on government websites
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
New poll shows who voters blame for government shutdown
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
Keller: Sununu enters N.H. Senate race and that's bad news for Brown
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Keller: Moulton running against Markey in Senate race is about age
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Keller: Janet Mills enters Maine Senate race with a term limit promise
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
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Dog thanks NH firefighter who saved his life after freak accident
Ziggy the dog showed his appreciation for the New Hampshire firefighter who saved his life after a freak accident.
Right whale mothers and calves arrive in Cape Cod Bay
Researchers spotted the season's first North Atlantic right whale mothers and calves in Cape Cod Bay.
Rare sighting of blue whales off Martha's Vineyard
Blue whales, the largest animals on Earth, have been spotted not far off the coast of Massachusetts.
"Rat lovers" wanted to adopt 163 rodents surrendered in Mass.
The MSPCA-Angell is looking to find homes for 163 rats that were surrendered in Massachusetts.
Photos show small "icebergs" covering Cape Cod beach
Cape Cod beaches are covered with chunks of ice amid an abnormally cold winter in Massachusetts.
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Visiting luxury real estate along Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
Hermit Woods Winery in New Hampshire takes different approach to winemaking
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Luxury vistas provide amenities for everyone on the lake's edge in NH
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Boston home store shows how functionality and beauty can combine
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
Chef of Bakey in Boston shares how to make world-famous babka
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.