Margaret Heckler, Former Massachusetts Congresswoman, Dies
Margaret Heckler, an eight-term Republican congresswoman from Massachusetts, secretary of Health and Human Services under President Ronald Reagan, and U.S. ambassador to Ireland, has died.
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Margaret Heckler, an eight-term Republican congresswoman from Massachusetts, secretary of Health and Human Services under President Ronald Reagan, and U.S. ambassador to Ireland, has died.
Now that tech titans have cracked down on his videos and podcasts, Alex Jones is claiming he's the victim of an assault on his right to free speech.
Deval Patrick is well aware of the talk that he might run for office again - higher office.
Republican Beth Lindstrom says she is not a politician and wants to work for the people of Massachusetts.
Massachusetts lawmakers wrapped up their formal session by passing several bills, including a sales tax holiday on the weekend of Aug. 11.
Jon Keller is taking a closer look at the end of the legislative session on Beacon Hill.
President Trump's family gatherings would look at a little different if he had his wish.
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions defended his top deputy Thursday after some congressional Republicans moved this week to impeach him.
A CNN correspondent said she was barred from attending an open press event Wednesday at the White House because of questions she asked President Trump earlier in the day.
Jon Keller says Sean Spicer challenged the truth during his time at the White House. But that shouldn't have prevented him from promoting his book at a Mass. store.
As we've seen in the six weeks since President Trump slapped tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, even our friendliest allies are capable of serious pushback.
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts has said she is not running for president in 2020, but that hasn't stopped the speculation.
For the second month in a row, Time magazine has put a provocative photo illustration of President Trump on its cover -- this time, morphing him into Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The president intends to give Air Force One a makeover. Jon says this should be a promise best left unkept.
Trust in the American presidency has been declining for decades, but the Trump/Russia saga may be placing that trust at a greater risk than ever.
Boston University's president is apologizing and announcing a policy change after pride flags were removed from campus.
The funding debate comes just months after Lexington neighbors voted to approve $660 million for a new high school.
The proposed youth social media ban in Massachusetts "would be among the most restrictive in the entire country," lawmakers say.
Massachusetts State Police say the dog was off leash at the time of the incident.
Gas prices continue to climb across the country, and people who use landscaping companies may be paying more this spring.
Boston's cold and snowy winter might have an effect on this year's pollen allergy season.
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.
Two Massachusetts residents have been diagnosed with measles, the Department of Public Health confirmed Friday.
There's a new drug that can help early morning shift workers stay awake and alert, a study out of Boston found.
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
A nurse says the decision is leaving the staff and patients at Tewksbury Hospital vulnerable to serious injury.
A Dorchester woman says Boston Police opened fire through her closed apartment door and the bullets went into her 5-year-old son's bedroom.
The I-Team has learned the Massachusetts Dept. of Health wants to take away pepper spray and non-lethal restraints from Tewksbury State Hospital safety officers.
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.
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.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
Easter is today. Stores like Market Basket, Big Y and Stop & Shop have shared whether they'll be open or closed for the holiday.
Clover Food Lab, a vegetarian restaurant chain in the Boston area, has let the state know it may have to lay off 182 workers.
The James Beard Awards announced their 2026 finalists. Here are the New England restaurants and chefs up for honors.
Free Jordan's Furniture is one round away thanks to UConn's success in March Madness.
A Framingham, Massachusetts bakery that was well known for its pizza trays has closed for good.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
This is Michigan's second NCAA title in school history, and the win ends a 26-year national championship drought for the Big Ten.
The Milwaukee Brewers beat the stumbling Boston Red Sox 8-6 on Monday night, sending them to their eighth loss in nine games.
After averaging 40 points and 20 rebounds during a basketball championship run, Bishop Feehan High School senior Brody Bumila is back focused on his primary sport.
Jaylen Brown scored 26 points, Jayson Tatum had 23 points and 13 rebounds and the Boston Celtics beat the Toronto Raptors 115-101 on Sunday.
The Boston Red Sox have lost for the seventh time in their last eight games, this time to the San Diego Padres.
Hot dogs and fries at Fenway Park just got an upgrade. Boston Red Sox fans can now have lobster on their ballpark favorites.
A small restaurant and convenience store on Nantucket, Massachusetts keeps selling big lottery winners.
Ziggy the dog showed his appreciation for the New Hampshire firefighter who saved his life after a freak accident.
Researchers spotted the season's first North Atlantic right whale mothers and calves in Cape Cod Bay.
Blue whales, the largest animals on Earth, have been spotted not far off the coast of Massachusetts.
