
Professor creates program to help Black teens with Autism improve mental health
A Boston College professor is developing a virtual program to help Black youth with autism talk about their mental health.
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A Boston College professor is developing a virtual program to help Black youth with autism talk about their mental health.
WBZ TV's Katrina Kincade reports.
An 11-year-old boy who was reported missing in Chelsea was found in Cambridge. WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
A simple blue envelope could help police and drivers with autism communicate better during a traffic stop or accident.
WBZ-TV's Louisa Moller reports.
Local organizations and companies are promoting ways to keep kids safe this summer after two young children with autism were found dead near bodies of water in the last two months. WBZ-TV's Louisa Moller reports.
At age 22, young adults who are living with autism and other challenges have to go from a special education school to adult service programs.
Families say there aren't enough programs for young adults with autism and developmental disabilities. WBZ-TV's Cheryl Fiandaca reports.
Recurrent ear, nose, and throat conditions in some young children could be an early sign of autism.
Recurrent ear, nose, and throat conditions in some young children could be an early sign of autism.
The 5K run and walk took place in Franklin Park on Saturday.
The program launched in 2011 and has been adopted in 70 airports nationwide.
The "dress rehearsal" allows children on the autism spectrum and their families to go through the motions of a trip to the airport to ease the stress surrounding traveling.
WBZ-TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
Researchers identified patterns in health care that could predict as early as the first month of life which children would later be diagnosed with autism.
For years, it was assumed that people with autism were less sensitive to pain.
WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
Mike McKenna is on a mission for his son.
A new study finds that people with ADHD may be at higher risk of poor mental health than people with other neurodevelopmental conditions.
Researchers hope these findings will eventually lead to a greater understanding of the causes of autism as well as new treatments.
A Marlboro mother says cannabis treatment for her autistic son has been life-changing.
Lawyers representing the family of a 4-year-old boy with autism have received a temporary court order exempting him from having to wear a mask when flying to Boston for treatment.
A researcher at UMass Amherst who is studying the origins and risk factors of autism has just been awarded millions of dollars to aid his work.
A test that most expectant moms undergo during pregnancy could help predict whether a child may develop autism.
A group of Acton teenagers are conducting virtual classrooms for students with autism.
René Pinto hit a two-run home run, Manuel Margot added a pair of RBI singles as part of a four-hit night, and the Tampa Bay Rays held on to beat the Boston Red Sox 9-7 on Tuesday night.
Five Taunton police officers were injured by a knife-wielding suspect Tuesday night.
Massachusetts lawmakers unveiled a tax relief package aimed at delivering $561 million in reductions to taxpayers and companies during the current fiscal year.
It certainly feels like strikes are growing, and more workers are walking out on the job.
Jon Swan started decorating for Halloween during the pandemic.
Five Taunton police officers were injured by a knife-wielding suspect Tuesday night.
Massachusetts lawmakers unveiled a tax relief package aimed at delivering $561 million in reductions to taxpayers and companies during the current fiscal year.
Police are seeking a criminal summons for a woman who allegedly stole a North Reading client's pet as part of a dog training scam.
Plentiful sunshine is coming this week, but will it stick around for the weekend?
Advocates told lawmakers that offenders in this age group do not have fully formed brains and cannot completely understand the implications of their actions.
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your medical questions.
A new trend on TikTok may actually have some health benefits.
A new study may help explain why some men lose their hair.
The new CDC campaign to back the shots is called "Wild to Mild."
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your medical questions.
How accurate are pet DNA tests and are they a waste of money?
MV Realty, the real estate company accused of duping homeowners into 40-year listing agreements has filed for bankruptcy in 33 states including Massachusetts.
In Massachusetts, a quasi-state agency provides funding for school construction.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation's Office of Dam Safety gave WBZ's I-Team a list of more than 200 deteriorating dams across the state.
Part of the Barrett Park Pond Dam gave way, sending water gushing downstream and damaging homes.
Government funding is now being held hostage by a handful of House Republicans who believe Speaker McCarthy gave away too much to Democrats.
Two controversial voices will soon be gone from the Boston City Council.
The impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden is the latest deployment of a once-rare procedure that's become common in our hyper-partisan political culture.
On this week's Keller @ Large, WBZ TV political analyst Jon Keller is speaking with David Cash, the New England regional administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.
COVID issues have become so controversial, most of our political leaders have no appetite for even mentioning the subject.
Costco is now offering members online health checkups for as low as $29.
The company says it is still committed to making its iconic bricks from sustainable materials by 2032.
Employers are planning smaller pay raises and fewer promotions next year, compared to what they gave this year.
Starting in early 2024, your shows and movies you watch on Amazon Prime Video will contain ads, unless you pay a fee.
Clorox has not been able to get its manufacturing operations back up to full speed.
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
For over 85 years, Weston Theater Company has been creating engaging, entertaining, and inspiring theater.
Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
Learn how the strategic use of windows and harnessing the power of daylight can create space and comfort within a home.
René Pinto hit a two-run home run, Manuel Margot added a pair of RBI singles as part of a four-hit night, and the Tampa Bay Rays held on to beat the Boston Red Sox 9-7 on Tuesday night.
Jerome Bettis has no doubt in his mind that the Patriots cheated in the 2004 AFC Championship Game, but his recollection is a bit fuzzy.
The Cowboys believe that the Patriots may have a leg up on them heading into their Week 4 clash in Dallas, thanks to a pair of former Cowboys players on the New England roster.
It doesn't sound like Daniel Eukale will be back to clog running lanes for the Patriots anytime soon.
Taylor Swift's new boyfriend and his quarterback sit atop their respective positions in this week's Fantasy Football position rankings.
A meteor was spotted streaking across the sky early Friday morning over Mount Washington in New Hampshire.
24 seagulls have been rescued by the New England Wildlife Center, after finding their way into a vat of used cooking oil.
The 111-year-old annual program makes sure kids in need have a great holiday.
Whale watchers were treated to a glorious sight off Provincetown on Sunday.
It's a love story about Allston Christmas, the neighborhood's official, unofficial moving day.