Report says CVS will lay off 5,000 workers to cut costs
CVS is laying off about 5,000 employees in a cost-cutting effort, the Rhode Island-based pharmacy chain confirmed Tuesday.
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Massachusetts gas prices up 10 cents in last week, but lower than national average
Gas prices in Massachusetts jumped 10 cents in the last week, AAA said Monday.
Keller @ Large: Inflation's down - what does this mean for the economy?
WBZ TV political analyst looks at what's next as new figures show inflation dropped to its lowest point since 2021.
Keller @ Large: What is 'Bidenomics' doing for Massachusetts?
WBZ TV Political Analyst Jon Keller looks at whether "Bidenomics" is beneficial for Massachusetts.
What a default could do to the U.S. economy
"No one should assume that the Fed can… really protect the economy and the financial system, and our reputation globally, from the damage such an event might inflict," Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said.
First Republic Bank seized by regulators, then sold to JPMorgan Chase
The regional lender, whose collapse is the second-biggest bank failure in U.S. history, is the third bank to be seized by regulators since March.
Mortgage fee changes could hit those with good credit the hardest
Beginning May 1, some people with higher credit scores may actually end up paying a higher fee.
Bill would require clawback of compensation from executives of failed banks
The legislation from a bipartisan group of senators would require regulators to claw back all or part of the compensation bank executives got in the five years leading up to a bank's failure.
Deposits at Silicon Valley Bank to be fully guaranteed, U.S. government says
All deposit accounts at Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank in New York will be guaranteed, the Federal Reserve, Treasury Dept. and FDIC said in a joint statement.
Gas prices in Massachusetts drop 4 cents
Gas prices in the state are 3 cents below the national average.
Keller @ Large: Where have all the workers in Massachusetts gone?
Staff shortages aren't because people don't want to work anymore as much as they just don't live here anymore.
Keller @ Large: Will this holiday season be a boom or a bust?
"You gotta shop like jobs depend on it, because they do," says Jon Hurst of the Massachusetts Retailers Association.
Keller @ Large: Will this holiday season be a boom or a bust?
WBZ-TV's Jon Keller reports.
5 ways to save on holiday shopping amid high inflation
Coupon codes and cash-back offers can help take the sting out of soaring prices, expert says.
Interest rates rise again, but next month could be better
It is the fourth straight month the Federal Reserve has increased the interest rate by ¾ of a point.
Mortgage rates blow past 7% for first time in two decades
Average home loan costs haven't been this high since the U.S. economy was reeling from the Sept. 11 attacks.
Keller @ Large: As election nears, economy and inflation become bigger issues than abortion
A new survey finds the economy and inflation are now far outpacing abortion as the problem voters rank most important, even among women. WBZ-TV's Jon Keller has more.
Company turning to UMass undergrads to help build workforce during challenging hiring times
WBZ-TV's Paula Ebben reports.
What should you buy this tax holiday?
WBZ-TV's Tiffany Chan reports.
Fed hikes key interest rate 0.75 percentage points as it battles inflation
"Inflation is much too high," Fed Chair Jay Powell said of the U.S. central bank's largest rate hike since 1994.
Keller @ Large: How long will inflation last?
Economic and market expert Peter Cohan from Babson College sat down with WBZ-TV's Jon Keller.
What Companies Benefit From Coronavirus?
Amazon and Netflix continue to do well as coronavirus isolates people in their homes, but many other companies have benefited or may soon.
Keller @ Large: Economy Still Showing Warning Signs Despite Positive Jobs Report
There are positive signs and also warnings when it comes to the current state of the economy.
Economic Planning: 5 Ways To Prepare For A Downturn
Is your small business protected from even the slightest of downturns? Use these solutions to provide stability to your cash flow.
Keller @ Large: Do Politicians Care About Tech Giants Wiping Out Jobs?
Experts estimate self-driving cars, a new frontier of profit Apple and Google are aggressively pursuing, could wipe out "as many as 300,000 jobs a year in two decades or more."
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Mass. House to vote on bill requiring salary ranges in job postings
The House will vote Wednesday on a bill that requires many employers to disclose a wage or salary range on job postings.
Massachusetts gymnast helps Team USA capture bronze at world championships
A 19-year-old from Massachusetts helped the U.S. men's gymnastics team win its first medal since 2014.
19-year-old Wednesday's Child thrilled to be part of Santana family
It's a Wednesday's Child story that is absolutely remarkable. Marisol Santana found her forever family at age 19.
Patriots-Saints news, notes, and fun facts
The Patriots could really use a home win -- or just a win, for that matter -- this weekend when the New Orleans Saints come marching into Foxboro.
MIT professor Moungi Bawendi shares Nobel Prize in chemistry
MIT professor Moungi Bawendi is one of three scientists who won the Nobel Prize in chemistry Wednesday for their work on tiny quantum dots.
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Fall foliage forecast: New England starting to see "major burst of color"
Fall foliage is off to a slow start in New England for 2023, but a map shows the colors are nearing peak.
MIT professor Moungi Bawendi shares Nobel Prize in chemistry
MIT professor Moungi Bawendi is one of three scientists who won the Nobel Prize in chemistry Wednesday for their work on tiny quantum dots.
Massachusetts gymnast helps Team USA capture bronze at world championships
A 19-year-old from Massachusetts helped the U.S. men's gymnastics team win its first medal since 2014.
Keller: Ousting House Speaker much bigger than an intra-party struggle
Jon Keller says the ouster of Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker may look like an intra-party struggle, but it reflects the broader deterioration of our social and political fabric.
Foxboro School Committee votes to phase out logo with Native American
Foxboro Public Schools will phase out the logo of a Native American warrior after a heated school committee vote Tuesday night.
Health News
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What's the difference between RSV and pneumonia vaccines?
Dr. Mallika Marshall explains the difference between the RSV and pneumonia vaccines.
Breastfed babies less likely to be overweight children, researchers say
Researchers found that babies who were breastfed for at least six months had a lower percentage of body fat at age nine.
Sunlight may help improve Type 2 diabetes, study suggests
Getting more sunlight might help people with Type 2 diabetes.
Paris is crawling with bedbugs. They're even riding the trains.
Bedbugs are popping up in Paris hotels, homes, and even public transport, and with the Olympics just 10 months away, that has city officials' skin crawling.
In a first, CDC to recommend antibiotic pill after sex for some
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
I-Team
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I-Team: How accurate are pet DNA tests?
How accurate are pet DNA tests and are they a waste of money?
MV Realty, sued by state after I-Team investigation, files for bankruptcy
MV Realty, the real estate company accused of duping homeowners into 40-year listing agreements has filed for bankruptcy in 33 states including Massachusetts.
I-Team: Is the process to build new schools in Massachusetts fair?
In Massachusetts, a quasi-state agency provides funding for school construction.
I-Team: Hundreds of crumbling dams across Massachusetts pose a hazard
The Department of Conservation and Recreation's Office of Dam Safety gave WBZ's I-Team a list of more than 200 deteriorating dams across the state.
I-Team: Letters show state warned Leominster about deficient dam
Part of the Barrett Park Pond Dam gave way, sending water gushing downstream and damaging homes.
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Keller: Ousting House Speaker much bigger than an intra-party struggle
Jon Keller says the ouster of Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker may look like an intra-party struggle, but it reflects the broader deterioration of our social and political fabric.
Keller: Is Massachusetts migrant situation anywhere close to under control?
Adam Chapdelaine, executive director of the Massachusetts Municipal Association, talks about the
Keller @ Large: Republicans will not be able to avoid blame for government shutdown
Government funding is now being held hostage by a handful of House Republicans who believe Speaker McCarthy gave away too much to Democrats.
Keller @ Large: A new look for the Boston City Council
Two controversial voices will soon be gone from the Boston City Council.
Keller @ Large: As Biden impeachment inquiry moves forward, will it help or hurt GOP?
The impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden is the latest deployment of a once-rare procedure that's become common in our hyper-partisan political culture.
Business News
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Forbes 400 list names the richest Massachusetts residents
Forbes magazine is out with its ranking of the "The 400 Richest People in America."
Toys 'R' US to open stores across US, including at airports and cruise ships
The toy store's parent company announced an expansion of up to 24 flagship stores, as well as opening stores at airports and cruise ships.
Friday is National Coffee Day - Here's where to find free drinks
National Coffee Day is Friday, September 29.
Costco members now have access to $29 online healthcare visits
Costco is now offering members online health checkups for as low as $29.
Why Lego dropped plans to make blocks out of recycled plastic bottles
The company says it is still committed to making its iconic bricks from sustainable materials by 2032.
New England Living
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Generations of penny candy, local goods, and whimsical shopping
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Museum, sculpture garden, theater, and more at Southern Vermont Arts Center
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
Entertaining audiences for 85 years at Weston Theater Company
For over 85 years, Weston Theater Company has been creating engaging, entertaining, and inspiring theater.
Curated experiences at Kimpton Taconic boutique hotel
Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
Using daylight to create space and comfort in your home
Learn how the strategic use of windows and harnessing the power of daylight can create space and comfort within a home.
Sports
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Patriots-Saints news, notes, and fun facts
The Patriots could really use a home win -- or just a win, for that matter -- this weekend when the New Orleans Saints come marching into Foxboro.
Francona steps away from baseball -- at least temporarily
Terry Francona stepped away from baseball, at least temporarily, on Tuesday, ending his 23-year managerial career.
Bill O'Brien: Patriots "still have a strong belief in what we're doing"
"None of us feel good about where we're at," O'Brien said. "We came into the season really believing what we're doing. We still have a strong belief in what we're doing."
Celtics sign big man Wenyen Gabriel
The Celtics have added another big man to the mix in Wenyen Gabriel, who already has a few ties to New England.
Fantasy Football Week 5 position rankings and previews
Week 5 is an important week in the world of fantasy football because owners have to start making some important decisions.
Offbeat
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Study: Anti-vax pet owners put dogs at risk
The vocal anti-vax movement in the United States doesn't stop with people.
Video shows meteor streaking over Mount Washington
A meteor was spotted streaking across the sky early Friday morning over Mount Washington in New Hampshire.
New England Wildlife Center saves seagulls from cooking oil in Weymouth
24 seagulls have been rescued by the New England Wildlife Center, after finding their way into a vat of used cooking oil.
USPS "Operation Santa" program now accepting letters
The 111-year-old annual program makes sure kids in need have a great holiday.
Video shows spectacular whale breach off Provincetown
Whale watchers were treated to a glorious sight off Provincetown on Sunday.