Autism May Begin In The Womb, New Research Suggests
Researchers hope these findings will eventually lead to a greater understanding of the causes of autism as well as new treatments.
Autism
Marlboro Boy With Severe Autism Sees Life-Changing Improvements With Cannabis Treatment
A Marlboro mother says cannabis treatment for her autistic son has been life-changing.
Boy With Autism Allowed To Fly From Florida To Boston Without Wearing Mask
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.
UMass Amherst Scientist Studying Origins, Risk Factors Of Autism Wins $3 Million Grant
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.
Prenatal Ultrasounds Can Help Identify Early Signs Of Autism, Researchers Say
A test that most expectant moms undergo during pregnancy could help predict whether a child may develop autism.
Acton Teens Start Online Schooling For Children With Autism
A group of Acton teenagers are conducting virtual classrooms for students with autism.
'Just Heartbreaking': Social Distancing Creates Challenge For Students With Special Needs
Learning is difficult right now for all students, but it's especially hard for those with special needs who require hands-on education.
Study Shows 'Water Pill' May Help Reduce Some Autism Symptoms In Young Kids
A drug used to treat heart failure for decades may improve behavioral symptoms in some young children with autism.
'Wings For Autism' Helps Children With Autism Practice Air Travel At Logan Airport
Legislation Would Help Provide Special Needs Training For Future Doctors And Nurses
'Operation House Call' would provide more access and better care for people living with autism and other disabilities.
Local Study Aims To Identify Early Markers Of Autism
A local researcher is screening babies soon after birth to see whether the very earliest intervention might help prevent autism in at-risk children.
Young Artist With Autism Speaks Through His Paintings
Dominic Killiany speaks through his paintings. His pieces are full of vibrant colors and symmetry.
Community Races To Help Wilmington Teen Attend Dream Prom
Kayla Blizzard is on the autism spectrum and goes to a school outside of Wilmington that doesn't host a prom. But thanks to her own determination, she's going to the Wilmington High School prom.
When To Screen For Autism? New Study Suggests As Young As 14 Months
This could lead to children with autism having the option to start therapies early
Patriots Safety Duron Harmon Visits School For Students With Autism
Patriots safety Duron Harmon made a special visit to a school in Randolph Wednesday morning.
Centro: Autism Speaks and Ad Council Launch New Bilingual Campaign
WBZ's Yadires Nova-Salcedo talks via satellite with Autism Speaks president & CEO Angela Geiger on the English version and to Autism Speaks spokesperson Lucia Murillo-Chacko on the Spanish version.
Raynham Business Honored For Commitment To Hiring People With Disabilities
This autism month, and a local company has a special commitment to hiring people with intellectual or physical disabilities, and it's working out well for both parties.
Study: MMR Vaccine Does Not Cause Autism
A new large study should reassure parents there is no link between the measles, mumps, rubella vaccine, and autism.
Study: Taking Prenatal Vitamins Early In Pregnancy Associated With Lower Autism Risk
Children With Autism More Than Twice As Likely To Have Trouble Sleeping
According to a study in the journal Pediatrics, young children with autism have a harder time getting to sleep and staying asleep.
Woburn Mother Worried After Finding Bag Of Marijuana In Mailbox
A Woburn mother opened her mailbox to find a bag of marijuana. Surveillance video captured the man who left it there.
Abington Family Thanks National Grid Crew For Making Son Honorary Foreman
An Abington family was touched by a special Christmas surprise this year.
Teens With Autism Educate Future Doctors At Boston University
A program aims to break down the barrier by teaching future doctors to get to know their special patients and find ways to reach and treat them.
Wings For Autism Event At Logan Airport Allows Families To Practice Travel Routines
The goal of the Wings for Autism event is to help ease the stress of flying.
Health Of Mom's Gut May Affect Child's Risk Of Autism, Study Suggests
The health of a mother's gut may affect her child's risk of developing autism, according to a new study from the UVA School of Medicine.
Latest News From CBS Boston
Massachusetts family ran for cover during Illinois parade shooting
A family from Massachusetts was among dozens of people who ran for cover during the parade shooting in Illinois.
Man who fell off float in Winchester lake found dead
The search for a missing man in a Winchester lake ended with divers finding him dead 13 feet below the surface.
Boston Police say 13-year-old was driving car with loaded gun
Boston Police said they arrested a 13-year-old boy who was driving a car with a loaded gun late at night on the 4th of July.
Sox fans have something to say about Jeter billboard over Fenway Park
The famous shortstop stares down at fans from behind the Green Monster to promote a seven-part ESPN documentary, "The Captain."
Third suspect in Brockton teen's murder surrenders to court
Malik Cotton, 21, will face multiple charges in the death of Lee Monteiro, who was shot at a 2021 house party.
Councilor Arroyo calls for public hearing to discuss police response to hate groups
Arroyo, who is also running for district attorney of Suffolk County, filed a council order for public hearing on Tuesday.
Police investigating anti-Semitic fliers in Chatham
Police said they think they were dropped at random and possibly tossed from a vehicle.
Local musician's body pulled from Merrimac River
Robert "Bahama Bob" Urzi, 71, of Newburyport, was found Tuesday morning.
Green Line's C Branch will close for 12 days
Crews will replace tracks and shuttle passengers from Kenmore to Cleveland Circle.
Latest News From CBS Boston
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Massachusetts family ran for cover during Illinois parade shooting
A family from Massachusetts was among dozens of people who ran for cover during the parade shooting in Illinois.
Man who fell off float in Winchester lake found dead
The search for a missing man in a Winchester lake ended with divers finding him dead 13 feet below the surface.
Boston Police say 13-year-old was driving car with loaded gun
Boston Police said they arrested a 13-year-old boy who was driving a car with a loaded gun late at night on the 4th of July.
Sox fans have something to say about Jeter billboard over Fenway Park
The famous shortstop stares down at fans from behind the Green Monster to promote a seven-part ESPN documentary, "The Captain."
Third suspect in Brockton teen's murder surrenders to court
Malik Cotton, 21, will face multiple charges in the death of Lee Monteiro, who was shot at a 2021 house party.
Health
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Massachusetts reports 1,678 new COVID cases, 8 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 6.22%.
CDC: New listeria outbreak tied to 23 illnesses, 1 death
Two people from Massachusetts have gotten sick.
Massachusetts reports 1,915 new COVID cases, 8 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.85%.
Massachusetts reports 1,529 new COVID cases, 17 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.74%.
Study shows gas stoves could be leaking toxic chemicals
Researchers say some stoves are leaking unburned gas at low levels that could be toxic when released into the air.
I-Team
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Rise of the Moors standoff: Where the cases stand now
It has been just about a year since an armed militia group called the Rise of the Moors held an hours long standoff with police on Route 95 in Wakefield.
I-Team: Cleanup finished at Chelsea hazardous debris pile
The city had no idea it was there until WBZ-TV told them.
I-Team: The problem behind Boston's unsolved murders
Unsolved murders are a growing concern nationwide.
I-Team: What happened to Debbie Melo?
Debbie Melo has now been missing for 22 years. Detectives say her husband has never been ruled out as a suspect.
I-Team: Teen accidentally shot himself in head running from police
A teen is in critical condition after accidentally shooting himself in the head while running from police, according to I-Team sources.
Keller @ Large
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Keller: How Supreme Court decisions could impact Massachusetts
The United States Supreme Court released decisions in recent weeks that have made national headlines. So what impact do rulings on topics such as guns and abortion have in Massachusetts?
Keller @ Large: NATO expansion may add strain to relations with Russia
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is officially expanding, as Finland and Sweden are about to become full members.
Keller: State treasurer says Massachusetts should consider suspending gas tax
There is a difference of opinion on the possibility of suspending the gas tax, but treasurer Deb Goldberg said the state has the money to do it.
Keller: Supreme Court decision a reminder that not voting has consequences
Jon says the long-term impact of the court's ruling will be to remind apathetic voters that inaction has consequences.
Keller: Ads claim Congress will "break" Amazon Prime 2-day delivery
Have you seen those TV ads warning that Congress is poised to "break" the popular Amazon Prime two-day delivery service?
Business News
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Kohl's sale falls apart in shaky retail environment
Kohl's said Friday that it now expects sales to be down.
Bed Bath & Beyond accused of turning off AC in stores
A new report from Bank of America claims the company has cut air conditioning in an effort to lower expenses.
New Hampshire distillery turning invasive green crabs into whiskey
A New Hampshire distillery has come up with its newest concoction called "Crab Trapper" — whiskey flavored with invasive green crabs.
Gourmet Dumpling House set to close in Chinatown
Gourmet Dumpling House in Chinatown is about to close after 15 years.
Massachusetts-based Marathon Sports is being sold
Stores will continue to use the "Marathon Sports" branding.
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.
Sports
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Kiermaier knocks in 4, Rays beat Red Sox 8-4 at Fenway
Xander Bogaerts and Trevor Story homered for Boston, and J.D. Martinez had two doubles and a single.
Power ranking Patriots' positional groups ahead of 2022 season
It's a good time to take stock of the Patriots' roster by ranking each positional group from strongest to weakest.
Jake DeBrusk no longer wants to be traded away from Bruins
Jake DeBrusk is coming off a weird year. But he wants to stick around in Boston.
Demaryius Thomas had stage 2 CTE when he died
The late Demaryius Thomas was posthumously diagnosed with CTE -- chronic traumatic encephalopathy -- by doctors from Boston University, the New York Times reported Tuesday.
Red Sox win 8th straight on Fourth of July, beat Rays 4-0
Boston matched its franchise record for consecutive July 4 wins.
Offbeat
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Bear 'showing no fear of humans' closes NH campground
A New Hampshire campground is closed until further notice due to a bear that is not afraid of humans, officials say.
Robot dog spotted working security on Boston Esplanade
Massachusetts State Police are using a Boston Dynamics robot at the Esplanade ahead of Monday's festivities.
Stone Zoo announces birth of baby porcupette
The baby's soft quills will harden over time
New Hampshire distillery turning invasive green crabs into whiskey
A New Hampshire distillery has come up with its newest concoction called "Crab Trapper" — whiskey flavored with invasive green crabs.
Black fly season in Maine is lasting longer
Maine's season for black flies appears to be taking up more of the year.