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Attorney Matthew Nilo arrested in string of Boston sex assaults
An accused serial rapist and kidnapper has been arrested in connection with a string of sex assaults that happened in Boston in 2007 and 2008.
18-year-old Machyus Battle arrested after gunfight near Roxbury park
Police have arrested one of the men allegedly involved in a gunfight near Ramsay Park.
Animal hospital buys ballistic vests for Reading Police comfort dogs
Stoneham Animal Hospital and their clients are outfitting two Reading K9 officers with new ballistic vests.
Keller @ Large: What can be done about spate of summer gun violence?
Summer violence has become all too common around the country.
FTA rejects MBTA safety plan citing 'immediate risk' to workers
The back and forth between federal and state transportation agencies continues with worker safety front and center.
Charlie Baker's son A.J. reaches agreement to settle drunk driving charge
A.J. Baker, the son of former Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker, reached an agreement with prosecutors to settle drunk driving charges stemming from his arrest earlier this month.
I-Team: Video shows gunman open fire near Revere Beach
Video obtained by the WBZ-TV I-Team shows the moment a gunman opened fire near Revere Beach on Sunday.
Franklin Duck Rescue Task Force saves 8 ducklings from storm drain
The Duck Rescue Task Force from the Franklin Police Department saved a family of ducklings that fell into a storm drain on Monday.
Balloons sparked large Chelmsford brush fire, power outages
Balloons released into the sky "quickly made contact with high tension powerlines."
Out-of-control Nova Scotia wildfires sending smoke over Boston area
Once again, we are dealing with some wildfire smoke from a distant, Canadian fire.
St. John's Prep plants tree in memory of 12-year-old Sebastian Robinson
Middle schoolers at St. John's Prep in Danvers participated in a ceremony remembering Sebastian Robinson and his mother Linda.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Seven Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Joe Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
Mass. gas prices rise 8 cents in last week, but stay below national average
The average price for a gallon of gas in Massachusetts is now $3.52, up from $3.44 a week ago.
Nashua's Holman Stadium recognized for role in racially integrating baseball
A year before Jackie Robinson broke the major league color barrier in 1947, history was being made in the small town of Nashua, New Hampshire.
Massachusetts RMV, AAA have hour-long statewide system outage
Massachusetts drivers with business at the Registry of Motor Vehicles ran into some issues Tuesday morning.
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NJ man arrested in string of sex assaults in Charlestown
A man has been arrested in connection with sex assaults in Boston in 2007 and 2008.
Cambridge man arrested in Roxbury gunfight
An 18-year-old from Cambridge has been arrested in connection with a gunfight in Roxbury.
Man killed in Green Line accident identified as Sherborn man
Adam White was killed in an accident at North Station in Boston. WBZ-TV's Tammy Mutasa reports.
WBZ Evening News Update For May 30, 2023
Charlie Baker’s son AJ resolves drunk driving arrest; Van driver and monitor in Springfield charged with assaulting special needs student; Swampscott restaurant will reopen in June after seawall collapse; Latest forecast.
Stoneham Animal Hospital rallies to buy ballistic vests for K-9 officers
WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
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I-Team: Video shows gunman open fire near Revere Beach
Video obtained by the WBZ-TV I-Team shows the moment a gunman opened fire near Revere Beach on Sunday.
Man kicks Green Line trolley at North Station and then is run over and killed
A 30-year-old man was run over and killed by a Green Line trolley at North Station early Tuesday, shortly after the Celtics' season-ending loss at the TD Garden.
Police seek owner of Marine Corps ring found at Memorial Day parade
The ring was found in a park during Monday's parade.
Attorney Matthew Nilo arrested in string of Boston sex assaults
An accused serial rapist and kidnapper has been arrested in connection with a string of sex assaults that happened in Boston in 2007 and 2008.
Balloons sparked large Chelmsford brush fire, power outages
Balloons released into the sky "quickly made contact with high tension powerlines."
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When should I get my next Covid booster?
According to the CDC, if you have recently had COVID, you may want to wait at least three months before getting a booster.
When Type 2 diabetes patients exercise could influence blood sugar, study finds
The time of day when people with Type 2 diabetes exercise may influence their blood sugar control.
Life expectancy gap between men and women continues to grow, CDC says
Historically, women tend to live longer than men but the gap between the two genders is growing and men seem to be at a disadvantage.
Can an apple a day keep frailty away?
Can an apple a day may keep frailty away? Frailty is a condition that can creep in as we age and puts us at higher risk of falls, fractures, disability, hospitalization, and death.
Brigham and Women's study finds daily multivitamin slows brain aging
Taking a daily multivitamin may improve brain function in older adults.
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I-Team: Video shows gunman open fire near Revere Beach
Video obtained by the WBZ-TV I-Team shows the moment a gunman opened fire near Revere Beach on Sunday.
I-Team: Undeclared dangerous goods pose risk to cargo ships, crew
Dangerous goods or hazmat cargo can be anything from explosives and chemicals to paint and lithium-ion batteries.
I-Team: Homeowners beg lawmakers not to pass bill enabling controversial loans
BlueHub Capital says it's helping homeowners hold onto their houses. Critics have a different take on the Boston-based non-profit.
I-Team: RMV error leaves driver wondering how many others were robbed of license
A Westford man got a notice from the RMV that his license was suspended for a medical complaint.
I-Team: Newburyport plant that exploded has history of safety violations
This is the third hazmat emergency at the Newburyport facility in the last few years.
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Keller @ Large: What can be done about spate of summer gun violence?
Summer violence has become all too common around the country.
Keller: Why the number of people leaving Massachusetts is so concerning
A large number of Massachusetts residents have been leaving the state in recent years. So what impact will that have?
Keller @ Large: Jon Keller celebrates 30 years on Boston TV
Here's a look at some of Jon Keller's more memorable moments from the last 30 years.
Keller: Parents Union president on Brockton schools' "fiscal mismanagement"
The president of the National Parents Union called Brockton's decision to lay off 130 public school teachers "absolutely wild."
Keller: Rachael Rollins' shocking resignation has impact on politics and policy
U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Rachael Rollins' resignation will have a major impact.
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Bed Bath & Beyond set to stop accepting returns
The end is near for Bed Bath & Beyond.
Braintree ice cream shop owner explains steep price increase
A popular ice cream shop in Braintree had some explaining to do after customers noticed a hike in price.
Target recalling nearly 5 million candles
Some people have reported getting cuts or severe burns from the recalled candles.
Target flashes a recession warning
Shoppers are pulling back from Target, Home Depot and other major chains.
Home Depot sales fall as consumers take on smaller projects
Consumers are taking on smaller home improvement projects as higher interest rates and inflation take their toll.
New England Living
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Brattle Book Shop is an historic hidden gem
Established in 1825, Brattle Book Shop is one of America's oldest and largest used book shops
Experience farm life first-hand at Billings Farm & Museum
Sitting on 240 acres of picturesque land, Billings Farm and Museum in Woodstock, Vermont is open for visitors to experience farm life.
Cooking caulilini - the trendy new vegetable
Chef Tommy Pontolilo joins host Rachel Holt in the Test Kitchen for a look at one of the trendiest new veggies in the industry.
Renovating a dream home in Douglas
We're in Douglas, MA to check out a newly renovated home with a modern aesthetic.
Contemporary suburban living, bringing the outdoors in
An inside look at a modern home designed to help bring the outdoors in.
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Joe Mazzulla will reportedly be back next season
The Celtics' season ended well short of the franchise's goal of winning another title. But it doesn't look like the team's postseason shortcomings will cost Joe Mazzulla his job.
Robert Williams was throwing up during Celtics' Game 7 loss
Everybody watching Game 7 between the Celtics and Heat knew that Jayson Tatum was playing through an injury, but one of Tatum's teammates was quietly working through an ailment of his own.
Will Celtics keep Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum together?
Should the Celtics keep their superstar duo of Tatum and Brown together?
Tatum wants Brown to get his max extension from the Celtics
Jaylen Brown had no desire to discuss his upcoming offseason in the aftermath of Monday night's Game 7 loss, but Jayson Tatum made it clear that he wants his running mate to get a max extension from the Celtics.
Barkley, Shaq crush Celtics for Game 7 shooting performance
The Celtics' performance in Game 7 was frustrating to watch, and that was the case for fans and neutral observers alike.
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Raccoon euthanized after woman brings it to pet store, other customers kiss it
She was seeking to get the animal's nails trimmed - a service the store does not provide to raccoons.
Want a free lighthouse? US giving some away, selling others at auction
Plymouth Light and other lighthouses in Massachusetts are on the giveaway list.
Worried about sharks? Experts say attacks are extremely rare
You're at exponentially greater risk of getting hurt in a car accident on the way to the beach.
Taylor Swift fans try selling rainwater from soggy Gillette Stadium concert
Taylor Swift fans are hoping to cash in after dancing in the rain at Gillette Stadium.
Missing whale tags could wash up "anywhere along the MA Coast"
Keep an eye out for bug-like research tags on Massachusetts beaches.