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
Man stabbed in Boston Common; Witness films suspect on bike
Police are investigating a stabbing in the Boston Common Saturday afternoon.
Final preparations take place for Boston Pops July 4th concert
From sound checks to camera adjustments, final preparations are underway at the Hatch Shell.
6 injured in two-car crash in Wrentham on Route 1
Six people were taken to the hospital after a two-car crash in Wrentham Saturday night on Route 1.
Coast Guard suspends search between New Bedford, Martha's Vineyard
The Coast Guard suspended its search for a fisherman who was believed to have fallen overboard.
What to know about Boston's July 4th fireworks celebration
Boston's Fourth of July celebration is back on the Esplanade this year for the first time since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
Dozens of white supremacists seen marching through Boston
They are members of a group called Patriot Front, promotes fascism and the creation of a white ethnostate.
Hampton Beach lifeguards made 101 rescues last weekend
Lifeguards at Hampton Beach in New Hampshire made 101 rescues last weekend.
Truck crashes into Swampscott home
The truck is still in place because it appears to be supporting the porch, according to police.
Vidalia onions recalled over possible listeria contamination
Litte Bear brand Vidalia onions, sold by A&M Farms have been recalled because of possible listeria contamination.
Latest News From CBS Boston
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Man stabbed in Boston Common; Witness films suspect on bike
Police are investigating a stabbing in the Boston Common Saturday afternoon.
Final preparations take place for Boston Pops July 4th concert
From sound checks to camera adjustments, final preparations are underway at the Hatch Shell.
6 injured in two-car crash in Wrentham on Route 1
Six people were taken to the hospital after a two-car crash in Wrentham Saturday night on Route 1.
Coast Guard suspends search between New Bedford, Martha's Vineyard
The Coast Guard suspended its search for a fisherman who was believed to have fallen overboard.
What to know about Boston's July 4th fireworks celebration
Boston's Fourth of July celebration is back on the Esplanade this year for the first time since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
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 @ 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?
Will Massachusetts lawmakers finally find a sports betting solution?
The countdown is on as Massachusetts lawmakers enter the final six weeks of the legislative session. So will sports betting finally make it across the finish line?
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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Cubs top Red Sox 3-1 behind pair of Boston errors
The Chicago Cubs capitalized on a pair of Boston errors to beat the Red Sox 3-1 Saturday night.
Cubs rally to beat Red Sox 6-5
Rookie Christopher Morel homered in his third consecutive game, and the Chicago Cubs rallied to beat the Boston Red Sox 6-5 on Friday.
Bruins announce hiring of Jim Montgomery
Jim Montgomery is officially the new head coach of the Boston Bruins.
Celtics acquire Malcolm Brodgon in trade with Pacers
If you wanted the Celtics to acquire a another point guard this offseason, you're going to love Brad Stevens' latest move.
Duran says he'll be available next time Red Sox play in Toronto
Red Sox leadoff man Jarren Duran is going to get vaccinated so he can be with the team for September's important series against the Blue Jays in Toronto.
Offbeat
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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.
'Huge' great white shark spotted from boat in Cape Cod Bay
A boat was pulling lobster traps in when people on board spotted a big shark.