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Brittney Griner released by Russia in prisoner swap for arms dealer
Griner was detained by Russia in February and sentenced to nine years in prison for having vape cartridges with cannabis oil.
Grand opening set for unique-looking Boston University building
An eye-catching building in Boston is celebrating its grand opening on Thursday.
Wellesley's Festival of Trees brings holiday 'wow factor'
About 70 trees decorated with a variety of items are raffled off each year in Wellesley.
'Caroline's Closet': Mom collects preemie onesies for NICU families
A local mom is working to help families find clothes for their premature babies.
Scituate man discovers newspaper printed day after attack on Pearl Harbor
A stunning find turned into an unusual but impactful way to remember the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Gambling addiction non-profit advertises free slot play at local casino
Advocates for gambling addiction recovery tell WBZ they were "shocked" when the organization tasked with helping people struggling with a gambling addiction advertised free slot play.
Christmas trees not allowed in Dedham libraries this season
A town official said people were uncomfortable with Christmas trees in the library.
Video: Police officer claims Medfield Starbucks barista spit in his drink
A police officer says surveillance video shows a Starbucks barista spit in his drink.
Springfield Police use DNA to identify suspect in 1990 cold case murder
DNA from the suspect was used to develop and image of what he looked like at the time of the crime.
Portsmouth Police now have their own trading cards - and you can get them
The trading cards were a tradition in the 1990s before they went on a 20-year hiatus.
Man charged with attacking 68-year-old in Faneuil Hall
Police say 43-year-old Robert Buckley threw the victim to the ground and then took off.
Mother searching for late son's items after they are donated to Goodwill
The items were accidentally donated to Goodwill after a storage unit went up for auction and the items inside were sold.
Boston barber tracks down thieves who stole packages from doorstep
Police suggest homeowners invest in doorbell cameras and report package thefts.
I-Team's Call For Action helps widower get refund from assisted living facility
An Arlington man's grief was compounded with frustration when a North Shore assisted living facility refused to give him a refund for the days he paid for after his wife's death.
Keller @ Large: With the public tired of COVID, politicians are easing restrictions
:I feel like the political leaders and decision-makers are really playing into that narrative that COVID is over."
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Grand opening being held for unique-looking Boston University building
WBZ-TV's Anna Meiler reports.
Xander Bogaerts leaves Red Sox, agrees to massive deal with San Diego Padres
The Red Sox have a big hole to fill on their roster. Xander Bogaerts is leaving town, signing with the San Diego Padres.
It Happens Here: Wellesley's Festival of Trees brings holiday 'wow factor'
WBZ-TV's Levan Reid reports.
'Caroline's Closet': Weymouth mom collects preemie onesies for NICU families
WBZ-TV's Breana Pitts reports.
Next Weather: WBZ Morning Update For December 8
Zack Green has your latest weather forecast.
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Xander Bogaerts leaves Red Sox, signs massive deal with San Diego Padres
The Red Sox have a big hole to fill on their roster. Xander Bogaerts is leaving town, signing with the San Diego Padres.
Brittney Griner released by Russia in prisoner swap for arms dealer
Griner was detained by Russia in February and sentenced to nine years in prison for having vape cartridges with cannabis oil.
Grand opening set for unique-looking Boston University building
An eye-catching building in Boston is celebrating its grand opening on Thursday.
Christmas trees not allowed in Dedham libraries this season
A town official said people were uncomfortable with Christmas trees in the library.
Gambling addiction non-profit advertises free slot play at local casino
Advocates for gambling addiction recovery tell WBZ they were "shocked" when the organization tasked with helping people struggling with a gambling addiction advertised free slot play.
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New app can create a playlist tailored to how you are feeling
A new app can create a playlist specially tailored to how you're feeling at the moment.
Why do we seem to get sick more often in winter?
Cold and flu season is upon us, but germs that cause colds are in the air year-round. So, why do we seem to get sick more in winter?
James Farm frozen raspberries sold in Massachusetts recalled
No illnesses have been reported yet from the recalled product.
Several Massachusetts hospitals named best for maternity care
U.S. News and World Report released its list of top hospitals for maternity care and several in Massachusetts are among the best.
Brain's immune cells could help slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease
Doctors may one day be able to enlist the help of a person's own system to slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
I-Team
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I-Team: RMV won't reinstate man's driver's license nearly 10 years after seizure
Marc Warrington says trying to get his license back from the Registry of Motor Vehicles has been harder than recovering from a broken neck.
I-Team: First lawsuit to be filed in deadly Hingham Apple store crash
Lawyers representing injured victims say protective barriers should have been in front of the Apple store all along.
I-Team: Driver in Apple store crash had drunk driving charge on record
Investigators will use forensic data from the SUV's black box to determine how fast it was going and if the driver tried to stop.
I-Team: Boston Police investigating if any officers were involved in Capitol riot
It has been nearly two years since the attack on the U.S. Capitol and Boston Police are still investigating whether any of its officers were involved.
I-Team: Wedding vendor accused of jilting couples is back in business
A local company accused of leaving couples in the lurch on their wedding day has a new business under a new name.
Keller @ Large
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Keller @ Large: With the public tired of COVID, politicians are easing restrictions
:I feel like the political leaders and decision-makers are really playing into that narrative that COVID is over."
Keller: Herschel Walker campaign turned into fiasco for Republicans
Candidate quality is important. Just ask the Georgia GOP.
Keller @ Large: Dependability issues causing momentum on electric cars to falter
The recent surge in gas prices is sparking renewed interest in electric vehicles that run on batteries.
Keller: Could New Hampshire lose its first-in-the-nation primary tradition?
Just three weeks after the election, a new political fight is brewing. And it could put an end to New Hampshire's long tradition of hosting the nation's first presidential primary.
Keller: How independent women prevented a "red wave"
Now that the dust has settled on the midterm elections, it's a good time to look back at what happened to the "red wave" that was projected by many pollsters.
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Build-A-Bear says sales are up thanks to teen, adult shoppers
The stuffed animal seller says 40% of their shoppers now are teenagers and adults.
Bertucci's closes multiple Mass, NH restaurants
Bertucci's has closed several restaurants after filing for bankruptcy again.
Family Dollar hopes to win back customers by lowering prices
The company hopes lower prices, new store designs and better merchandise will reverse Family Dollar's decline.
Congress skeptical that mega grocery merger will mean lower prices
The CEOs of Kroger and Albertsons insisted there will still be competition.
Is this the last Christmas for Sears?
Sears was once the world's largest and most important retailer - now only a handful of stores are left.
New England Living
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Health food for pets at Loyal Biscuit of Maine
Loyal Biscuit is known throughout Maine as the go-to health food store for pets.
Visiting the Owls Head Transportation Museum
Owls Head Transportation Museum is one of Midcoast Maine's top tourist spots.
Sailing the coast with Maine Windjammer
Cruising on this fleet of sailboats promises spectacular scenery, great food, and pure adventure.
Luxury boutique hotels in Midcoast Maine
The Bay View Collection offers a fully integrated Midcoast Maine vacation.
Custom knives crafted in Cambridge
MKS custom knives are used by professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts all over the world.
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Hall, Pastrnak spark Bruins in 4-0 win over banged-up Avs
Taylor Hall scored twice and had an assist, Linus Ullmark stopped 23 shots for his second shutout of the season and the Boston Bruins cruised to a 4-0 win over the banged-up Colorado Avalanche.
Tatum, Brown lead Celtics to easy 125-98 win over Suns
Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown each scored 25 points, Malcolm Brogdon added 16 off the bench and the rolling Celtics embarrassed the sloppy Phoenix Suns 125-98 on Wednesday night.
Xander Bogaerts leaves Red Sox, signs massive deal with San Diego Padres
The Red Sox have a big hole to fill on their roster. Xander Bogaerts is leaving town, signing with the San Diego Padres.
Red Sox sign Japanese outfielder Masataka Yoshida
The Red Sox made a huge free agent splash Wednesday evening, reportedly signing Japanese outfielder Masataka Yoshida to a five-year contract.
Hurley's Picks: Week 14 picks against the spread
It's Week 14 of the NFL season. Which is sad. The deeper you get into the teens, the sadder life is. The end comes for us all eventually, you know? You know. Everybody knows. Anyways.
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PHOTO: "Blue skies and rime ice" atop Mount Washington
The Mount Washington Observatory captured a chilly but spectacular view atop New England's highest peak.
Icicle growing begins at New Hampshire's Ice Castles
Tickets go on sale Monday for the popular Ice Castles attraction in New Hampshire.
"$10,000 on the line," Roche Bros. worker heading to Best Bagger Championship
Ernesto Daveiga will be judged on technique, weight distribution, and speed at the national championship in Las Vegas.
Two Canada geese hold up Route 128 traffic during morning commute
It took a Massachusetts State Police officer about 20 minutes to clear the geese from the road.
Why are there so many wild turkeys in Massachusetts?
This is the result of a wildly successful conservation effort by Massachusetts to reintroduce the native bird.