Big East Cancels Non-Conference Games For Fall Sports
The Big East is the latest NCAA conference to make sweeping changes to its 2020-21 season amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Is The Big East Back?
The Big East, with six NCAA Tournament teams, including Villanova and Xavier as #1 seeds, has reestablished itself as an elite conference.
2017 Big East Basketball Tournament Preview
The Big East Tournament may seem like Villanova's for the taking, but Butler and others will challenge them come tipoff Wednesday.
Providence Senior Forward LaDontae Henton Helps Bring Back Respectability To Basketball Program
Taking the Friars from 15-17 and no postseason to 22-12 and an NCAA Tournament bid, LaDontae Henton must feel pretty good about his time at Providence.
The Big East Is Alive And Well While Former Programs…Not So Much
When the conference fell apart two years ago, the strength of the Big East conference was in serious doubt. Two years later, the conference has six representatives in the NCAA Tournament.
Old Big East To Become 'American Athletic Conference'
The conference announced the decision Wednesday after university presidents approved the new moniker earlier in the day.
Marquette Coach Buzz Williams Leads Team Despite Never Playing College Basketball
It's a rarity at this level, in any sport, for a head coach to have had no playing experience in college. It hasn't prevented Williams from guiding Marquette to the Sweet 16 the last two seasons and a 60-30 regular season record in the Big East.
Big East: One More Time, With Feeling
The death of the Big East as we know it hit home last week as 14 teams arrived at the World's Most Famous Arena (Connecticut was ineligible). Next season, the "Catholic 7" will be reportedly joined by Butler, Creighton, and Xavier in a basketball-only conference that has paid to keep the Big East name.
Five Things: Goodbye Big East, Buckeyes Win Big Ten, And West Coast Blues
Yesterday was a relatively drama-free Selection Sunday. Joe Lunardi was a perfect 68 for 68, as Middle Tennessee State, St. Mary's, Boise State, and La Salle claimed the final spots in the field. Louisville, Gonzaga, Kansas, and Indiana earned the top seeds.
Rothstein Files: Previewing The 9 Major Conference Tourneys With Predictions
Jim Larranaga's team has had a banner season, but they'll likely have to beat Duke for a second time this season -- this time with Ryan Kelly -- to reinforce their potential to go deep in the NCAA Tournament.
Seton Hall Defeats South Florida In OT In Opening Round Of Big East Tournament
The Seton Hall Pirates (15-17) waited until the final minute of regulation to make it interesting, but the team from South Orange rallied in overtime to a 46-42 victory over the South Florida Bulls (12-19).
Notre Dame To Join ACC Next Season
Notre Dame will join the Atlantic Coast Conference starting next season, a year earlier than expected, following the split among the Big East's football schools and seven Catholic schools that forming their own basketball-focused conference.
Celtics Ray Allen Prepared To Miss NBA Season
Boston Celtics guard Ray Allen says he's ready to give up the season if necessary to the NBA lockout.
The D.A. Show: Jeff Goodman On The NCAA Tournament & Celtics Playoffs
Jeff Goodman, from FoxSports.com, spoke with Damon Amendolara about UConn and San Diego State meeting in the NCAA Tournament and the Boston Celtics' chances in the East.
UConn's Jim Calhoun remains on leave
Latest News From CBS Boston
Trump says Mar-a-Lago was "raided" by FBI
Two sources confirmed to CBS News that the raid was connected to White House records.
Recent break-ins have Medway residents on edge
Several homes have been hit by a thief in the quiet Brentwood section of Medway.
Heat wave will end this week, but not until Wednesday
The good news is the heat wave will end this week. The bad news is it's not until Wednesday.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
MBTA riders demand better alternatives during shutdowns
There are many changes happening on the MBTA and rider advocates are demanding better alternatives.
Boston heat emergency extended through Tuesday; EMS sees increase in calls
Boston EMS Chief Jim Hooley said more calls come in when the temperature goes above 90 degrees.
Hotline created to report white supremacist, hate incidents in Massachusetts
The hotline was launched by U.S. Attorney Rachel Rollins of the District of Massachusetts
Mayor Wu proposes pay raises for top city jobs
Boston's Mayor is proposing pay raises for her position and other top city jobs.
Raynham residents warned about elevated PFAS levels in water
Residents in Raynham received a notice saying a water treatment plant had elevated levels of PFAS.
Latest News From CBS Boston
More Latest News From CBS Boston
Trump says Mar-a-Lago was "raided" by FBI
Two sources confirmed to CBS News that the raid was connected to White House records.
Recent break-ins have Medway residents on edge
Several homes have been hit by a thief in the quiet Brentwood section of Medway.
Heat wave will end this week, but not until Wednesday
The good news is the heat wave will end this week. The bad news is it's not until Wednesday.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
MBTA riders demand better alternatives during shutdowns
There are many changes happening on the MBTA and rider advocates are demanding better alternatives.
Health
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2 common viruses could trigger Alzheimer's disease, researchers say
The virus that causes chickenpox and shingles may help re-awaken the herpes virus and could trigger the onset of Alzheimer's.
BU study: Full in-person college classes safe without social distancing
It suggests that colleges may be able to safely have full in-person learning as long as there are mitigation strategies.
Local doctors call for increases in monkeypox testing, vaccinations
As monkeypox cases continue to climb, local doctors are calling for increased testing and vaccination efforts.
Massachusetts reports 9,646 new COVID cases
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 7.97%, which is down from the last report by 0.12%.
How long is someone with COVID contagious?
Experts believe you're most contagious two days before your symptoms begin and during the first three days of illness.
I-Team
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I-Team: Expert says MBTA "very close" to federal takeover
A rail safety expert told WBZ-TV a federal takeover of the MBTA could be right around the corner.
I-Team: Transportation expert blames management for Orange Line shutdown
The I-Team talked to experts who say the T should have been doing maintenance all along.
I-Team: Driver in I-495 standoff linked to stolen police uniforms
Investigators believe some of his uniform and equipment was stolen from a police supply store.
I-Team: Former head of Massachusetts Veterans' Services back on state payroll
Francisco Urena, who resigned in the wake of deaths at the Holyoke Soldiers' Home, is back on the state payroll.
I-Team: Activists say "predatory lenders" getting government support
Beneficiaries say a non-profit, that is now collecting taxpayer money, trapped them with predatory loans.
Keller @ Large
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Keller: In race to replace Maura Healey, it may come down to ads
Three Democratic candidates are all trying to lay claim to the Healey brand.
Keller @ Large: The Trump of 2016 returns to Washington
Trump returned to the 2016 candidate with red-meat rhetoric on issues like crime, immigration and the 2nd Amendment.
Keller: The struggles of gay politicians in Washington, D.C.
Dover native James Kirchick recently published the book "Secret City: The History of Gay Washington," which looks at the struggles of gay people active in politics and the government.
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.
Business News
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Amazon to buy Roomba-inventor iRobot for $1.7 billion
The Bedford company was founded in 1990.
Wayfair struggling to keep shoppers gained at start of pandemic
Inflation has tapped out many shoppers who are slowing their spending on furniture.
These stores are lowering prices to attract inflation-weary shoppers
A glimmer of relief is emerging at the checkout aisle: the return of discounts.
Trader Joe's workers approve union drive in Hadley
It's the first Trader Joe's in the country with an employees union.
Walmart is slashing prices on clothing and other items
Walmart's move could prompt rivals to also bring down prices.
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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Belichick speaks on confidence level in Patriots' offense
All throughout training camp, the major story line hovering over the Patriots has been simple: The offense does not look good. At all.
The Kevin Durant-Celtics trade storyline has been stoked again
A few weeks have passed since word first surfaced on trade conversations between the Celtics and Nets involving Kevin Durant and Jaylen Brown. Consider that flame to be rekindled.
Bruins sign Pavel Zacha to one-year deal
The Bruins re-signed Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci on Monday, but their work was not done.
Bengals take unprompted shot at Patriots on social media
The moment referred to some as "Spygate 2.0" is getting a revival of sorts, thanks to the social media team of the Cincinnati Bengals.
David Krejci returning to Bruins
David Krejci is returning to the Bruins.
Offbeat
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PHOTOS: Zoo jaguar keeps cool with frozen meat treat
Workers at the Stone Zoo had to get creative to cool off Seymour the jaguar.
Model rocket accident sparks fire at Topsfield athletic field
A family using model rockets accidentally sparked a two-acre fire in Topsfield.
Video shows hammerhead shark feeding right off Nantucket beach
It was a surprising sight for beachgoers on Nantucket.
WATCH: Dust devil tears up tent on Bourne softball field
A dust devil sent players on a Bourne softball field running for cover on Sunday. Here's how they form.
Bourne mom had no idea she was pregnant until she went into labor
A woman went to the hospital with stomach pains. She found out she was 41 weeks pregnant and about to deliver a baby!