Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, dies at 47 from brain cancer

Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.

• May 13

Nurses concerned about cancer cases among staff at Mass. hospital

Nurses at Newton-Wellesley Hospital say they're concerned about growing numbers of cancer cases among longtime nurses.

• Apr 2, 2025

Families and PMC funding play major role in new pediatric brain cancer drug

The Pan-Mass Challenge raises funds for cancer research and treatment through cycling.

• Aug 2, 2024

PMC funding helps new brain cancer drug become FDA-approved

WBZ's Lisa Hughes reports.

• Aug 2, 2024

Biker-runner raises money for Boston hospital treating Declan Lyons

A biker and runner is going the distance for WBZ-TV's Sarah Wroblewski's son Declan​ by raising money for the Boston hospital where he's being treated for cancer.

• Jul 1, 2024

Runner and biker make donation to Boston hospital treating Sarah Wroblewski's son Declan

A biker and runner is going the distance for WBZ-TV's Sarah Wroblewski's son Declan​ by raising money for the Boston hospital where he's being treated for cancer. WBZ-TV's Tammy Mutasa reports.

• Jun 30, 2024

Dana-Farber "blessed" to have Tim Wakefield as part of their team

WBZ TV's Paula Ebben reports.

• Oct 2, 2023

Holliston mom to ride Pan-Mass Challenge for son with rare cancer

Stephanie Vail will be riding the challenge for her 7-year-old son, Declan, who has been battling brain cancer for several years.

• Jul 7, 2023

Police vs. Fire basketball game raises money for brain cancer research

WBZ TV's Tiffany Chan reports.

• Jun 4, 2023