Kerry Gilpin Named New Head Of Mass State Police
Col. Kerry Gilpin was sworn in as the new Massachusetts State Police Superintendent Wednesday.
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Col. Kerry Gilpin was sworn in as the new Massachusetts State Police Superintendent Wednesday.
Costumes are welcome in Salem, considered one of the most popular Halloween destinations in America. Certain props, however, are not.
A potentially toxic and invasive type of weed has blanketed the front lawn of a Massachusetts elementary school.
US Representative Seth Moulton says he will not be taking part in a moment of silence in Congress for the mass shooting in Las Vegas because "that just becomes an excuse for inaction."
Two familiar WBZ NewsRadio 1030 voices were inducted into the Massachusetts Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame Thursday.
One Patriots fan is burning mad over some of the players' decision to kneel during the national anthem Sunday--so he's burning his favorite Pats T-shirt, and inviting other fans to join him.
A week after filing suit against credit scoring agency Equifax, Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey is pushing for a bill that creates stricter rules on consumers' credit information.
Filipe Zamborlini is a former DACA recipient, he now has a green card and works at the State House.
The man who inspired the ice bucket challenge that has raised millions for ALS research is being honored at Boston City Hall.
New Hampshire State Rep. Joseph Stallcop said he'll get a full body wax if he can raise $50K for the Red Cross by Halloween.
State leaders are trying to determine what should be done with Massachusetts' only Confederate monument.
The Martin family said the park would be an inclusive playground for children to be creative and play.
Search crews found a body late Monday morning believed to be that of a 16-year-old girl who went missing after a jet ski collision on the Merrimack River.
Tom Wopat expressed "his deepest regrets to friends, family, and his many loyal fans" for the "unfortunate events" but denied any wrongdoing.
Police arrested a man at Logan Airport Wednesday morning after a loaded gun was found in his carry-on luggage.
Dozens of supporters rallied outside the State House Thursday to call for the release of MIT janitor Francisco Rodriguez.
Manchester Police were called to an apartment on Conant Street around 6 a.m. Tuesday and found the little boy unresponsive.
Chicago Bears wide receiver Deonte Thompson was on the stand, and was questioned about a party he invited Hernandez to in Florida--which took place around the time Hernandez's ex-best friend claims Hernandez shot him.
For the second day in a row, the defense attorney in the Aaron Hernandez double murder trial sparred with the prosecution's star witness, a former friend of the ex-NFL star, during cross examination.
The combination of a record-setting February day and Massachusetts school vacation week led to massive crowds of hungry customers on opening day at Sullivan's on Castle Island.
A Tewksbury resident wants state lawmakers to ban the use of Native American symbols and logos at public schools.
Authorities say Detective Marcos Garcia, 32 of Saugus, confessed to hitting his girlfriend's 5-year-old son with a belt six times after the boy refused to eat dinner Thursday night.
A 10-month-old baby girl had to be revived twice after she was exposed to the opiate fentanyl over the weekend, Methuen Police said.
More than 200 Boston students walked out of classes to protest some of President-elect Donald Trump's proposed policies.
The HBO documentary follows three resilient families who were impacted by the marathon bombings.
A Plymouth, Massachusetts mom is looking for an affordable wheelchair van so she can keep taking her son on adventures.
Investigators say the suspect visited the store several days before the break-in.
Willson Contreras hit his team-leading 10th homer and Sonny Gray outdueled Seth Lugo as the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Monday night.
WBZ-TV's Lisa Hughes got a big surprise when a duckling wandered into her yard and sought her out for protection.
A new option is coming for travelers looking to avoid long security lines at Logan International Airport and potentially save money on rides and parking.
Tuesday is likely to be the hottest day of the stretch with highs in many towns reaching 90-95 degrees.
Investigators say the suspect visited the store several days before the break-in.
A viral video taken at a Southbridge, Massachusetts McDonald's is leading to criminal charges.
A group of Good Samaritans, including an off-duty firefighter, rushed into action when a car rolled over on Interstate 495 in Massachusetts Sunday afternoon.
A new option is coming for travelers looking to avoid long security lines at Logan International Airport and potentially save money on rides and parking.
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
There was a possible measles exposure at Logan Airport in Boston last week, Massachusetts health officials say.
A new study finds that a simple blood test could predict Alzheimer's disease long before symptoms appear.
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.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
The gunman who allegedly opened fire on passing cars on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts is 46-year-old Tyler Brown from Boston.
There have been four violent attacks in three weeks at Tewksbury Hospital and a state representative is taking the fight to Beacon Hill to give security the non-lethal equipment back.
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.
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.
Dover Saddlery is closing its Wellesley, Massachusetts store and preparing for more than 100 layoffs.
The "dirty soda" trend is coming to drive-thrus all over Massachusetts as Dunkin' is now serving up its own version of the viral drink.
Smokey Bones is closing all of its restaurants, including Massachusetts locations in Tyngsboro and Taunton.
Boston ranks right up there with Hawaii as one of the most expensive vacation spots in the country, according to a new report.
The Market Basket Board of Directors was justified in firing longtime CEO Arthur T. Demoulas, a judge ruled Monday.
Known formally as Gurnet Light, a historic lighthouse has guided mariners at the entrance to Plymouth Harbor for generations.
From private cruises to quintessential clambakes, Essex River Cruises offers a front-row seat to the beauty of the Great Marsh.
Argia Mystic Cruises in Mystic, Connecticut is one of the last commercial sailing ships in the region, offering a rare chance to explore the area by sea.
A 2026 James Beard Award finalist for Best Chef, and 3-time Chopped champion, Evan Hennessey uses locally farmed and foraged foots to create artistically inspired dishes.
In Groton, Massachusetts, there is a recently opened state-of-the-art venue that is becoming one of the region's premier nonprofit music destinations.
Willson Contreras hit his team-leading 10th homer and Sonny Gray outdueled Seth Lugo as the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Monday night.
The first-place Braves took two of three from Boston for their 13th win in 15 series this season.
The major league-best Atlanta Braves defeated the Boston Red Sox 3-2 on Friday night.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 18th home run and the Phillies defeated the Red Sox 3-1 on Thursday night.
After days of leaks and rumors, the NFL finally released the full schedule for the New England Patriots.
A Boston man says he's lucky to be alive after jumping into the Charles River to save his dog.
Little Joe the gorilla is leaving Boston after decades at the Franklin Park Zoo.
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.