Keller @ Large: Why The National Anthem Is A Political Football
The anthem can be a showcase for unity or underscore divisions.
Colin Kaepernick
Ben & Jerry's Announces New Colin Kaepernick-Inspired 'Change The Whirled' Vegan Flavor
Vermont-based Ben & Jerry's is teaming up with former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick for its newest flavor.
Colin Kaepernick, ESPN Making Documentary Series On Life Story
Colin Kaepernick will be featured in a documentary series produced by ESPN Films as part of a first-look deal with The Walt Disney Co.
Roger Goodell, Troy Vincent Encourage NFL Teams To Sign Colin Kaepernick
Now three years removed from the controversy, Roger Goodell has chosen to become a public advocate for the hiring of Colin Kaepernick.
U.S. Soccer Repeals Rule Which Banned Players From Kneeling During National Anthem
U.S. Soccer's board of directors has voted to repeal a 2017 policy that required national team players to stand during the national anthem, a rule adopted after Megan Rapinoe kneeled in support of Colin Kaepernick.
Massachusetts Rep. Joseph Kennedy Calls For Patriots To Sign Colin Kaepernick
Massachusetts congressman Joe Kennedy wants the NFL to apologize to Colin Kaepernick, and he wants the New England Patriots to sign him.
Setting The Record Straight On Colin Kaepernick As An NFL Quarterback
With Roger Goodell admitting that the NFL was wrong with the way it handled players speaking out, it's time to honestly evaluate Colin Kaepernick as an NFL quarterback.
Roger Goodell Tacitly Admits That NFL Mishandled Colin Kaepernick Peaceful Protests Improperly
A movement must be pretty strong in order to get Roger Goodell to admit he's done something wrong. The Black Lives Matter movement has now done just that.
Ranking The Funniest Options For Patriots At Quarterback
Tom Brady's gone. Some folks don't want to laugh. For those that do, please consider these possibilities.
Hurley's Picks: Colin Kaepernick Debacle Showed Startling Number Of Football Fans Eager To Believe Billionaires
It was alarming to find so many people who seemed to have thought, "Hmm, after years of treating Colin Kaepernick like a criminal, it's nice to see the folks at the NFL have changed their stance and has decided to do something out of the goodness of their hearts. Very sweet of them."
Colin Kaepernick Holds Workout In Front Of 8 Teams; Patriots Don't Attend After Change
The Patriots didn't take a look at polarizing quarterback Colin Kaepernick, after all.
Bill Belichick Offers No Comment On Patriots' Attendance At Colin Kaepernick Workout
With the NFL confirming that the Patriots will send an employee to Atlanta to watch the workout, the head coach was asked what he remembered most about Kaepernick's playing style during his time in the NFL. Belichick very quickly shifted into "no comment" mode.
Tom Brady Expresses Support For Colin Kaepernick: 'Pretty Cool He's Getting That Opportunity'
Many NFL players have voiced their support for Kaepernick over the last few days, and you can add Patriots quarterback Tom Brady to that growing list.
NFL Confirms Patriots, 10 Other Teams Will Attend Colin Kaepernick's Workout
It was reported Wednesday that the New England Patriots would be among the teams checking out Colin Kaepernick's workout this weekend. That has now been confirmed by the league.
Report: Patriots Will Attend Colin Kaepernick's Workout
Several teams are at least interested enough to send representatives to Atlanta for the workout, and that list includes the New England Patriots.
Colin Kaepernick To Hold Workout For NFL Teams In Atlanta
The dynamic dual threat who was once considered the future of the quarterback position may actually get his chance to return to the NFL.
Report: Colin Kaepernick, Eric Reid Receive Less Than $10 Million In Collusion Settlement
The amount is a whole lot less than most people speculated or assumed when the settlement was reached in February.
Hurley: Kaepernick Collusion Resolution Shows NFL Had No Interest In Being Transparent
The commissioner knows that enough people in this country will believe him, and that those who don't? Well, they've never had much power to effect any sort of change anyway.
NFL, Colin Kaepernick Reach Confidential Resolution On Collusion Grievance
The ongoing legal battle between Colin Kaepernick and the NFL has been resolved. We just don't know exactly how.
Colin Kaepernick As Tom Brady's Successor? Cris Carter 'Wouldn't Be Surprised' If Patriots Made That Call
Hall of Fame wide receiver Cris Carter believes that ideas for Tom Brady's successor should include the potential signing of Colin Kaepernick.
Jaylen Brown Wears Colin Kaepernick Jersey To Celtics Game On Super Bowl Sunday
Celtics forward Jaylen Brown is much more than just a basketball player. On Super Bowl Sunday, he decided to make a social statement.
Keller @ Large: All Is Well In Roger World
Colin Kaepernick's collusion lawsuit against the league is still pending. But Roger Goodell has reason to be sanguine.
Redskins The Latest To Hide Behind Tired Excuses For Not Signing Kaepernick
Washington signed Josh Johnson earlier this week after saying there was discussion about Kaepernick, but not enough time to familiarize him with the system.
Mark Sanchez Is Still Very Bad At NFL Quarterbacking, Leading To Obvious Colin Kaepernick Conversation
It's been a long time since NFL fans have seen Mark Sanchez play football. On Monday night, they were reminded why.
Colin Kaepernick, Dave Chappelle Receive Harvard Black Culture Awards
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick and comedian Dave Chappelle were among eight people saluted by Harvard University for their contributions to black history and culture.
Latest News From CBS Boston
Seaside towns offer free beach passes to Native Americans
Narragansett, Rhode Island, and multiple Cape Cod towns are offering free seasonal beach passes to any Native American with proof of certain tribal affiliation.
Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
The Strokes will not play Boston Calling after positive COVID test
Boston Calling headliner The Strokes will not be playing their scheduled set on Saturday due to a positive COVID case in the band.
Young Mattapan students processing emotions after Texas school shooting
Students in a Mattapan classroom are having difficult discussions following a Texas school shooting.
NH State Police pull over man driving 121 mph on I-89
A 27-year-old Melrose man is accused of driving 121 mph on I-89 in New London.
Memorial Day Weekend Weather: Rain to start, then warmer
The highest risk for rain is Saturday and the warmest day will be Memorial Day.
Monkeypox vaccine offered to close contacts of patient at Boston hospital
Massachusetts General Hospital became the first in the country to use the monkeypox vaccine outside of clinical trials this week.
Swampscott's "Field of Heroes" pays tribute to fallen soldiers
Waving in the wind outside Swampscott Town Hall is a breathtaking Memorial Day tribute.
2 names added to Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial
Members of Gold Star families unveiled two new names added to the glass panels.
Latest News From CBS Boston
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Seaside towns offer free beach passes to Native Americans
Narragansett, Rhode Island, and multiple Cape Cod towns are offering free seasonal beach passes to any Native American with proof of certain tribal affiliation.
Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
The Strokes will not play Boston Calling after positive COVID test
Boston Calling headliner The Strokes will not be playing their scheduled set on Saturday due to a positive COVID case in the band.
Young Mattapan students processing emotions after Texas school shooting
Students in a Mattapan classroom are having difficult discussions following a Texas school shooting.
NH State Police pull over man driving 121 mph on I-89
A 27-year-old Melrose man is accused of driving 121 mph on I-89 in New London.
Health
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Monkeypox vaccine offered to close contacts of patient at Boston hospital
Massachusetts General Hospital became the first in the country to use the monkeypox vaccine outside of clinical trials this week.
Massachusetts reports 3,092 new COVID cases, 12 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 8.34%.
Doctors may soon be able to treat cataracts without surgery
One day, doctors may be able to treat cataracts with a drug instead of surgery.
7 health metrics that can lower your risk for dementia
Scoring well on seven health metrics could reduce your risk of dementia, and physical activity is one of them.
Massachusetts reports 3,084 new COVID cases, positivity rate continues to drop
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 8.33%.
I-Team
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Parents not told of security breach at Boxford school
Parents were not notified of a recent security breach at Masconomet Regional High School in Boxford until days later.
Massachusetts struggles to keep up with mental health crisis for kids, teens
Kids in crisis often end up waiting for days or weeks in emergency rooms. It's a practice called "boarding."
Chelsea residents outraged over toxic debris dumped near homes
Chelsea residents gathered Wednesday evening to get answers about the state's dumping of a pile of rubble filled with asbestos.
Removal of debris pile contaminated with asbestos underway
Crews in Chelsea have begun removing a pile of debris that is contaminated with asbestos on Friday.
I-Team: Zelle blamed after hackers steal teen's bank account
Zelle is now a favorite for thieves because once the money is transferred out, it's nearly impossible to get back.
Keller @ Large
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Keller: Look closely at Rayla Campbell's sex education claims
Rayla Campbell, the presumptive GOP nominee for Secretary of State in Mass., is making news for some shocking comments.
Will Congress make changes to background checks or ban assault weapons?
In the wake of Tuesday's horrific mass murder in Texas, the calls for Congress to do something are everywhere.
"Faces of COVID" account serves as reminder of lives lost during pandemic
The "Faces of COVID" Twitter account remembers lives lost during the pandemic.
Keller @ Large: Women's Soccer Pay Agreement Spotlights Gender Wage Gap
As women's soccer players negotiate equal pay, the question remains: What about the rest of America's women?
Mystery remains after Pentagon reveals UFO database
While the hearing did reveal some detail, a lot still remains a mystery.
Business News
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Coastal Mass. businesses ready for unofficial start of summer
Memorial Day will be a busy weekend for many Massachusetts businesses, with more to come as summer arrives.
Stores have too much stuff. Get ready for discounts
This is welcome news for shoppers getting squeezed by inflation.
Boston's Hard Rock Cafe restaurant to close
A well-known chain restaurant near Faneuil Hall is pulling out of Boston for now.
Wayfair opening Lynnfield store to showcase furniture brand
Wayfair is opening a new physical store on the North Shore this week.
BPS announces contract with Black-owned City Fresh Foods
Roxbury based and minority-owned City Fresh Foods is taking on the responsibility of providing meals to almost 50,000 Boston Public School students starting on July 1.
New England Living
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Creating unique wine blends on the North Shore
Mill River Winery is creating its own unique blends while celebrating the beauty of its surroundings.
The art of a proper English Tea
From tea served in traditional antique China, to an elegant tower of crustless finger sandwiches.
New England Living: Scallop and risotto recipe
We're in the Test Kitchen with chefs from Strega Italiano.
New England Living: Mixing up a Tiger Lily cocktail
In our Mixology series, a lesson on how to make a fun and easy summer cocktail.
Behind the scenes at WaterFire Providence
WaterFire has been a Providence tradition for over 25 years.
Sports
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Celtics remain confident heading into Game 7 vs. Heat
The Celtics let a golden opportunity slip away Friday night, but remain a confident bunch heading into Sunday's Game 7 in Miami.
Heat beat Celtics to force a Game 7 in Eastern Conference Finals
The Celtics-Heat Eastern Conference Finals will come down to a Game 7 in Miami on Sunday night.
Red Sox bullpen blows it against Orioles
Anthony Santander hit a tiebreaking single in the ninth inning and also had a two-run homer, helping the Baltimore Orioles overcome a pair of six-run deficits to beat the Boston Red Sox 12-8 Friday night.
Williams, Smart both available for Celtics in Game 6 vs. Heat
The Celtics will once again have their full lineup as they look to clinch a spot in the NBA Finals on Friday night.
Giants' Kapler refusing to take field for anthem in protest
San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler said Friday he will refuse to take the field for the national anthem in a protest over the nation's political direction following this week's school shooting in Texas.
Offbeat
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Maine K9 finds missing woman, days after tracking down girl
A Maine K9 has been hard at work over the past few days.
Peterboro Basket Co. in NH closing, citing forest pest
The Peterboro Basket Company has been in business since 1854.
Killer whale spotted by fisherman off Nantucket
A fishing crew spotted a majestic sight in the waters off Massachusetts this week – an orca whale.
Bobcat breaks into Vermont home, attacks elderly man inside
An elderly man in Vermont had a wild encounter with a bobcat when the animal broke into his home and attacked him.
Boston area glimpses "super flower blood moon" lunar eclipse
Sunday night brought the first total eclipse to the northeast in over three years.