U.S. sues Harvard, alleging it failed to protect Jewish and Israeli students
The Trump administration argued that Harvard unlawfully discriminated against Jewish and Israeli students, in violation of federal civil rights law.
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The Trump administration argued that Harvard unlawfully discriminated against Jewish and Israeli students, in violation of federal civil rights law.
A former top public safety official for Massachusetts said his hometown of Concord has "an antisemitism problem."
A former top public safety official for Massachusetts said his hometown of Concord has "an antisemitism problem."
For months a special Beacon Hill commission has been investigating the surge in antisemitic incidents in Massachusetts, particularly in public schools.
For months a special Beacon Hill commission has been investigating the surge in antisemitic incidents in Massachusetts, particularly in public schools. WBZ-TV's Jon Keller reports.
Police in Massachusetts say they are investigating a hate crime after a brick with "Free Palestine" written on it was thrown through the window of a kosher grocery store.
The Massachusetts organization Parents for Peace has been fielding calls from concerned members of the Jewish community.
A psychologist said she is fielding calls from a community in fear. WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
At more than 500 pages, the set of reports found the university dropped the ball in its handling of antisemitism and Islamophobia on campus.
The number of antisemitic incidents in the region has never been higher, according to a new audit compiled by the Anti-Defamation League
The Anti-Defamation League said the number of antisemitic incidents in the region has never been higher.
Dozens of people gathered on the town common in Franklin Sunday to share song and prayer at a vigil in response to two hateful acts of vandalism in town last week.
Dozens of people gathered on the town common in Franklin Sunday to share song and prayer at a vigil in response to two hateful acts of vandalism in town last week. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.
A demonstration of unity was held in Wayland after a swastika was found painted on the community pool building.
A demonstration of unity was held in Wayland on Thursday, one day after a swastika was found painted on the side of the community pool building. WBZ-TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
The state's largest teachers' union is accused of allegedly offering antisemitic learning materials to its members.
The state's largest teachers' union is under investigation for allegedly offering antisemitic learning materials to its members. WBZ-TV's Kristina Rex reports.
Five years after Patriots owner Robert Kraft launched the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism, he said he has seen firsthand the difference education can make. WBZ-TV's Lisa Hughes reports.
A Beverly man is in custody, facing charges of making antisemitic threats and illegally possessing guns and ammunition.
A helpline has been launched in K-12 schools in Massachusetts to provide legal assistance to parents whose children are experiencing antisemitism.
In response to the pro-Palestinian protests on campuses, more than 1,000 people gathered outside Temple Israel of Boston to support local Jewish students and stand against antisemitism. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.
Inspired by protests at Columbia University, pro-Palestinian camps have been set up at MIT, Tufts and Emerson College.
Classes at Columbia University are fully remote Monday, as pro-Palestinian protests over the Israel-Hamas war stretched into their sixth day.
GOP Sen. Tom Cotton, of Arkansas, has been encouraging people to "take matters into your own hands" against pro-Palestinian protesters.
The ADL's newest report said there was a 205% increase last year in anti-Semitic incidents in their New England reporting. Our Jon Keller spoke with Rabbi Ron Fish, ADL New England's Interim Regional Director, about the new data.
The Boston Bruins will play the Buffalo Sabres in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and now the schedule has been released.
Rodney Marshall will be Boston's first Black fire commissioner, Mayor Michelle Wu announced Thursday.
There's been another sighting of an unusual killer whale named Old Thom in the waters off Massachusetts.
Multiple news outlets report that Spirit Airlines could liquidate its assets as soon as this week.
An Australian judge turned away an appeal by former U.S. Marine pilot Daniel Duggan to avoid extradition to the U.S. over allegations that he illegally trained Chinese military aviators more than a decade ago.
Rodney Marshall will be Boston's first Black fire commissioner, Mayor Michelle Wu announced Thursday.
The Boston Bruins will play the Buffalo Sabres in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and now the schedule has been released.
A Methuen High School teacher accused of "inappropriate conduct" with a student has been put on paid administrative leave.
All House Democrats and four Republicans forced a vote on a measure to stop the Trump administration from ending temporary deportation protections for more than 300,000 people from Haiti.
Uber announced today that it is offering a new shuttle service to Boston's Logan Airport.
The Lone Star tick, which can cause alpha-gal syndrome, is spreading north throughout Massachusetts.
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.
A family is demanding answers from the Gloucester, Massachusetts school district, after learning their five-year-old son was left alone in a quiet room for nearly half an hour.
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.
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.
Another movie theater in Massachusetts is closing its doors. The Route One Cinema Pub in North Attleboro will shut down in May.
The bill would ban single-use plastic bags and implement a 10-cent fee for paper bags at Massachusetts stores.
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.
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.
The Boston Bruins will play the Buffalo Sabres in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and now the schedule has been released.
Jessie Eldridge scored two goals to go with an assist, Alina Müller had two assists and a goal, and the Boston Fleet beat the Minnesota Frost 3-2.
The Minnesota Twins and Major League Baseball are investigating Jarren Duran's allegation that a fan he pointed his middle finger at during a game had told the Boston Red Sox outfielder to kill himself.
Trevor Story homered and drove in five runs to lead the Boston Red Sox over the Minnesota Twins 9-5.
The Boston Celtics will play the Philadelphia 76ers in round one of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
There's been another sighting of an unusual killer whale named Old Thom in the waters off Massachusetts.
A soccer coach in Ludlow, Massachusetts plans to pay it forward after winning big on a lottery scratch ticket.
The Rumney Rocks Climbing Area is partially closed as nesting peregrine falcons could attack rock climbers.
A Cape Air plane had to return to Nantucket, Massachusetts after part of a door opened up mid-flight.
Hot dogs and fries at Fenway Park just got an upgrade. Boston Red Sox fans can now have lobster on their ballpark favorites.