
Worcester honors its unique connection with abolitionist Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass spoke in various Worcester meeting halls and churches, arguing that slavery must and could be abolished.
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Frederick Douglass spoke in various Worcester meeting halls and churches, arguing that slavery must and could be abolished.
The four-time Grammy Award-winner is a Medford native and has taught at Berklee College of Music for more than 10 years.
Dr. Geralde Gabeau grew up in Haiti in a family with nine kids. She says she first felt a calling to help others at church.
From playwrights, to actors, to directors, The Front Porch Arts Collective in Boston is working to shine a spotlight on Black voices in the theater.
A yoga studio in Somerville is making sure that people from all backgrounds feel comfortable and included.
The beer company, started by five friends, is one of only five Black-owned breweries in Massachusetts.
Patrick Petty's clothing shop House of Culture in Boston's South End has been a staple in the city since 1991.
The Boston Ballet company is one of the most diverse in the country, featuring dancers from all around the world, of just about every color.
Comfort Kitchen opened in Upham's Corner in Dorchester a little more than a year ago and it's already one of the best restaurants in Boston.
Black owned Canvas Studio Boston creates a space for children and adults to make a mess through art.
Walking into Desi Roberts' photo studio in Mattapan is like walking into a time capsule.
Howard Simpson was born and raised in Boston, but he never imagined he would land at the top of a local radio station.
The Calculus Project provides free tutoring resources to students who may not have the money to get outside help.
Anthony Thompson loves to share his life experiences with young men. The fashion mentor wanted to give back to his community, so he started "Follow Suit."
The origins of Black History Month start with a man named Carter G. Woodson.
E. LaBrent Chrite is Bentley University's first Black president.
Teri Williams is the president and COO of the only Black owned bank in Boston - One United Bank.
Marcus Alves, known as Marcearth1 on TikTok, produces historical and humorous videos on the city's history.
In a special one hour Black History Month program, we celebrate people who are making a difference in Boston.
The advisory council is made up of 30 Black and Brown leaders throughout the state.
Nicole Obi is the President and CEO of Black Economic Council of Massachusetts.
"There is actual research out there that shows that when you are cared for by people that look like you, your outcome is better," perinatal nurse Tiffany Vassell told WBZ-TV.
Dr. Ronald Mallett's interest in time travel was sparked by his father's early death.
The CROWN act was passed in Massachusetts last year, but the effort to make it federal law is still ongoing.
Outside of Melnea Cass Boulevard, her legacy and name are largely unknown and uncelebrated.
The Boston Celtics will be monitoring a number of injured players this offseason, and you can add Jaylen Brown to the list.
The Karen Read trial resumes Tuesday with a 19th day of witness testimony inside Norfolk Superior Court in Dedham, Massachusetts.
A large tree crashed down in Billerica Monday afternoon, damaging a family's home.
Jarren Duran had a double and a triple as the Boston Red Sox tagged Mets ace Kodai Senga for three runs and beat New York 3-1 on Monday night.
Flip the Bird will be bringing their southern-style hospitality and chicken to Boston Calling, but with a few tweaks.
The Karen Read trial resumes Tuesday with a 19th day of witness testimony inside Norfolk Superior Court in Dedham, Massachusetts.
A coastal storm later this week will bring several hours of heavy rain, gusty northeast winds and some minor flooding.
Two boats were heavily damaged during a fire in Hyannis.
A large tree crashed down in Billerica Monday afternoon, damaging a family's home.
Lightning struck and critically injured a person in Hooksett, New Hampshire Saturday evening.
In East Boston, a new facility is offering people help for mental health as soon as they need it.
The ACL surgery has been around for years, but now has been cleared for children as young as 7.
A new study finds many adults are self-diagnosing with ADHD, mainly due to information and misinformation on social media.
Surgeons at Mass Eye and Ear have found a creative way to make their skin cancer patients look good as new.
Is fluoride actually good or bad for you? Dr. Mallika Marshall answers common questions about fluoride.
When a Braintree woman signed up for a deal with a new cellphone service provider, it included receiving a gift card for her old cellphones.
A couple was days from being evicted from their home after the bank foreclosed on it. One call changed everything.
An investigation by the I-Team revealed that nonprofit hospitals in Massachusetts aren't helping patients entitled to financial assistance.
A man in Revere, Massachusetts spent thousands of dollars on a new refrigerator, but he says the door was defective.
Despite paying her insurance company $125,000 in premiums, a 92-year-old's claim was initially denied.
Massachusetts Gov. Healey's administration has created an online dashboard of federal funding cuts affecting state programs.
Inflation and unemployment in Massachusetts are running ahead of national levels. So who's to blame?
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has been making the rounds of national TV talk shows. Is she planning a run for president?
Polls agree that President Trump's job approval has taken a hit lately. Can he afford to ignore them?
As he celebrates his tenth year running the University of Massachusetts system, President Marty Meehan has survival on his mind.
A Chatham, Massachusetts restaurant has been voted the best in the country for waterfront dining.
Joann is closing more fabric stores in Massachusetts and New Hampshire as the retailer winds down operations.
Bertucci's has closed four restaurants in Massachusetts as it files for bankruptcy for the third time since 2018.
The Easter Sunday holiday means some grocery stores and retailers are closed today in Massachusetts, while others are open.
Edaville in Carver, Massachusetts will continue its Christmas and holiday lights tradition as King Richard's Faire moves in.
Chef Will Gilson joins Rachel Holt in the Test Kitchen for a lesson on making rotisserie-style chicken at home.
Mason & Hamlin has been manufacturing some of the world's most recognized pianos for more than 100 years.
The Providence Athenaeum is a living history with a collection of rare books and artifacts.
Harold Burnham has made a name for himself as a boat designer, shipwright, sail maker and historian.
Known by many as the oldest outdoor antiques flea market in America, Brimfield is the ultimate destination for antique lovers.
The Boston Celtics will be monitoring a number of injured players this offseason, and you can add Jaylen Brown to the list.
Jarren Duran had a double and a triple as the Boston Red Sox tagged Mets ace Kodai Senga for three runs and beat New York 3-1 on Monday night.
Brad Stevens shed some light on the mysterious illness that plagued Kristaps Porzingis during the Celtics' playoff loss to the New York Knicks.
There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding the Boston Celtics, but staying in championship contention will remain the guiding light for president of basketball ops. Brad Stevens.
Red Sox manager Alex Cora is taking a night off Monday, but for a very good reason.
Police officers and a K9 named Meatball helped track down a missing boy in Merrimac, Massachusetts.
A unique home in Boston that went viral because the owner discovered it had once been cut in half is now for sale.
The New England Aquarium says there was an "extremely unusual sighting" of right whales in the Bahamas.
Crews snapped a photo of a rare weather phenomenon known as a "snow devil" on New Hampshire's Mount Washington.
Video captured what it looks like for Mount Washington crews to do their jobs in the face of 100 mph winds.