Billerica Police Investigating After SUV Ends Up In Shawsheen River
The driver was able to get himself to safety when first responders arrived.
Billerica
Billerica 'Tomato Man' Found Dead After House Fire
A 78-year-old Billerica man was found dead in his home after a fire broke out there Monday night.
Extreme Cold Creates Challenges For Billerica Firefighters
Crews were not only dealing with the extreme cold, but they were also having a hard time finding buried fire hydrants.
Tractor-Trailer Gets Stuck Under Low Clearance Bridge In Billerica
The truck did not make the Mt. Pleasant Street bridge's low clearance causing the roof of the truck to be ripped open.
Billerica Residents Warned Of Increased Coyote Sightings
Authorities in Billerica are urging residents to be on the lookout for coyotes after a spate of sightings over the last several days.
Billerica Police: Man Attacked Ex-Girlfriend With Crucifix
Police arrested a man early Wednesday morning suspected of attacking an ex-girlfriend with a wooden crucifix in Billerica.
Trooper In Stable Condition After Being Hit By Car
Authorities say a 33-year veteran of Massachusetts State Police was struck by a car during a traffic stop and suffered serious injuries.
Inspired By Movie, Family Hopes 3 Billboards Solve Cold Case
Inspired by the movie "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" the family decided to put Amy Sher's story front and center.
Billerica Sends Snow Day Make-Up Survey To Parents
School leaders sent a survey home to find out whether parents and teachers preferred to make up time in April or the end of June.
Almost 26 Inches Of Snow Slams Billerica, But Some Say It Could Be Worse
When compared to the power outages the town suffered from last week's nor'easter, the large snow totals were bearable.
Billerica Police Post Extra Officers At Shawsheen Tech After Threat
Billerica Police had extra officers at Shawsheen Tech Monday morning after a social media post described a threat to the school.
Billerica Students Targeted By Snapchat User Seeking Inappropriate Photos
Billerica officials are warning the community about someone who is attempting to receive inappropriate photos of young high school girls over Snapchat, and threatening students when they refuse.
Dangerously Overweight Pig Rescued From Owner Now Slimming Down
Maybelle has dropped about 20 pounds in the last few months.
Body Found In Billerica Being Investigated As Suspicious Death
The Middlesex District Attorney's office said the death of a man whose body was found early Wednesday morning is being investigated as suspicious.
Child Injured By Aerosol Can Explosion
A 12-year child suffered burns to his face and legs after a can of bug spray exploded in a fire.
Acid Spills Onto A Billerica Parking Lot
A drum with sulfuric acid inside a tractor trailer had a leak Thursday afternoon in Billerica.
Billerica Police: Man Shot In His Driveway After Attempted Armed Robbery
The victim said he had just come home from work when a masked gunman met him in his driveway demanding money.
Maybelle The Dangerously Overweight Pig Slowly Losing Weight
Maybelle the pot-bellied pig is finally starting to lose some weight.
Black Bear Strolls Through Billerica Neighborhood
Billerica residents had an unwelcome visitor in their neighborhood Wednesday afternoon.
Pig Overfed, Owner Facing Animal Cruelty Charges
Maybelle the potbellied pig came to the Animal Rescue League of Boston weighing 196 pounds, almost double what she should weigh.
Fifth Person Dies From Billerica Crash
A fifth person has died from the crash at the Lynnway Auto Auction in Billerica.
Billerica Crash Driver Speaks Out
The driver of the Jeep that crashed and killed three people in Billerica Thursday is expressing his grief.
Victims Of Fatal Billerica Auto Auction Crash Identified
Three people were killed and nine others were injured when a Jeep sped through the crowded building on Wednesday morning.
Community College Holds Exercise That 'Eerily' Resembled Billerica Incident
A community college in Framingham held a disaster drill Thursday that looked a lot like the real incident that happened Wednesday in Billerica.
Safety Questions Raised After Fatal Auto Auction Crash In Billerica
Three people were killed and nine others were seriously hurt when a Jeep Grand Cherokee sped through a crowded auto auction in Billerica.
Latest News From CBS Boston
4-year-old boy in critical condition after falling out Dorchester window
A 4-year-old boy is in critical condition after he fell out of a fourth floor window in Dorchester.
Driver says he's lucky after car hit by falling metal at construction site
Police are investigating after piece of metal fell and landed on a postal worker and his car as he drove by a construction site in Boston's Seaport District.
I-Team: Falling debris latest problem at Suffolk Construction sites in Boston
Boston Inspectional Services ordered a work stoppage at the site on Wednesday.
Trailside Museum a hidden gem in the Blue Hills
It's a 7,000 acre reservation just outside of Boston with a natural history museum and outdoor wildlife exhibits.
MBTA adds shuttles, flyers in multiple languages before Orange Line shutdown
People who live and work in Chinatown expressed concerns that they would be left stranded by the original MBTA plan.
Worcester has only school buses in state with high-tech extras
The city's new school buses feature collision mitigation, lane assistance and speed control.
Fifty rescued beagles come to Massachusetts for adoption
The beagles are part of a group of 4,000 beagles rescued from mass breeding facility in Virginia
Opioid manufacturer agrees to $450 million settlement
A multi-state lawsuit, including all six New England states, alleged that Endo downplayed the risk of opioid addiction
Some Orange Line riders may have to use ride shares during shutdown
With the Orange Line shutdown looming, the demand for ride shares and taxis in the Boston area is expected to rise.
Latest News From CBS Boston
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4-year-old boy in critical condition after falling out Dorchester window
A 4-year-old boy is in critical condition after he fell out of a fourth floor window in Dorchester.
Driver says he's lucky after car hit by falling metal at construction site
Police are investigating after piece of metal fell and landed on a postal worker and his car as he drove by a construction site in Boston's Seaport District.
I-Team: Falling debris latest problem at Suffolk Construction sites in Boston
Boston Inspectional Services ordered a work stoppage at the site on Wednesday.
Trailside Museum a hidden gem in the Blue Hills
It's a 7,000 acre reservation just outside of Boston with a natural history museum and outdoor wildlife exhibits.
MBTA adds shuttles, flyers in multiple languages before Orange Line shutdown
People who live and work in Chinatown expressed concerns that they would be left stranded by the original MBTA plan.
Health
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Reducing salt intake by a gram can reduce heart disease risk, study says
Reducing your salt intake by one gram a day could reduce your risk of heart disease, research finds.
When is the best time to get your flu shot?
There may be less immunity heading into this flu season which could lead to higher rates of infection.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
Over-the-counter hearing aids expected this fall
Millions of Americans will be able to buy hearing aids without a prescription later this fall, under a long-awaited rule finalized Tuesday.
Viral TikTok spreading misinformation about tampon ingredients
A TikTok video is spreading misinformation about an ingredient used in some tampons and it is causing real alarm among some viewers.
I-Team
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I-Team: Falling debris latest problem at Suffolk Construction sites in Boston
Boston Inspectional Services ordered a work stoppage at the site on Wednesday.
I-Team: Plan to clean air around Millis cement plant gives neighbors hope
Under new pressure from state environmental officials, a concrete plant in Millis has a plan to clear the air.
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.
Keller @ Large
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Keller @ Large: Ads blaming Dems for inflation are only half-truths
With midterms approaching, inflation is politically toxic.
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?
Business News
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SoulCycle plans to close 25% of studios
The closures could include spots in the Boston area.
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.
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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Revolution battle Toronto FC to 2-2 draw
Rennicks and McNamara score as Revolution earns point on the road.
Arroyo, Verdugo, Hill lead Red Sox over skidding Pirates, 8-3
Boston is four games behind Toronto in the race for the third and final AL wild-card spot.
Mac Jones is now friends with Brian Burns
There was a lot of bad blood between the Patriots and the Panthers during their joint practice sessions this week. However, none of it was between Mac Jones and Brian Burns.
Slater, McCourty explain why Pats and Panthers fought on Wednesday
When Matthew Slater arrives at work, he's not looking to get into any fights.
Resetting Patriots' depth chart at cornerback
With Malcolm Butler lost for the season, the battles on the cornerback depth chart will heat up over the final weeks of the summer.
Offbeat
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"River Dave," banned from New Hampshire site, moves to Maine
The hermit has found a new home in Maine.
Bear activity closes another New Hampshire campground
Another campground in New Hampshire's White Mountains is being shut down because of bears.
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.