Fire Rips Through 2 Multi-Family Homes In Lynn
A vicious fire ripped through two multi-family homes in Lynn Wednesday night.
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Authorities Warn Of TikTok Viral Video Challenge That's Causing Fires
The challenge has been linked to at least three fire incidents in Massachusetts.
In Dangerous Heat, Boston Firefighters Battled Spreading Dorchester Blaze
Police battled a five-alarm fire in a Quincy Street triple-decker in Dorchester on Sunday afternoon.
As Mattapan Fire Rages, Red Cross, Community Step In With Help And Courage
As the Red Cross is helping families displaced by the Mattapan fire, others in the community also stepped up to help.
9 Injured, Including 7 Firefighters, As 9-Alarm Fire Sweeps Through Multiple Mattapan Homes
A nine-alarm fire raged on Morton Street Saturday afternoon, spreading to at least three buildings.
Arlington Police Investigate 'Suspicious' Fire At Rabbi's Home
Arlington police are calling a fire outside a local rabbi's home "suspicious" and are asking for the public's help in identifying a person seen walking away from the area at the time of the fire.
Elderly Man Rescued From Burning Home In Dorchester
A man jumped from a second story window to escape a fire in Dorchester Thursday afternoon.
Notre Dame Cathedral Fire Brings Back Painful Memories In Fall River
The devastating fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is bringing back haunting memories in Fall River.
Fireworks Ignite In Multi-Family House Fire In Whitman
Several families were forced out into the cold after an apartment building went up in flames in Whitman Wednesday night.
Framingham Firefighters Battle Blaze At Windsor Green Condos
The Framingham Fire Department is fighting a blaze at Windsor Green condominiums Wednesday afternoon.
Firefighters Battle Heavy Smoke, Fire At 2-Family Roxbury Home
Heavy smoke could be seen over the neighborhood.
'I Lost Everything': Community Helps Townsend Residents Displaced By Fire
More than 40 residents are displaced after a fire at a Townsend apartment complex.
Marlboro Church Saved From Fire Despite Cold, Ice
Firefighters in Marlboro battled cold and ice as well as fire Sunday night at Immaculate Conception Church.
Mashpee Mother Badly Burned After Hoverboard Explosion
A Mashpee mother is recovering from painful second and third degree burns after a hoverboard started a fire in their home.
Christmas Eve Blaze Hits Whitman Triple-Decker; Firefighters Save Presents
After dousing the flames, firefighters re-entered all three apartments and were able to remove the already wrapped Christmas presents.
Community Helps Barre Family After Home Was Destroyed By Fire
Four dogs were the only possessions the Clarks were able to save as their home in Barre burned.
15-Year-Old Killed In Millbury House Fire Identified
Authorities identified the Millbury teenager killed in a fire on Saturday.
Fire Breaks Out Near Christmas Tree In Raynham Home
An outlet powering up Christmas tree lights at a home in Raynham sparked an overnight fire.
Body Of Millbury Teen Found In Home Damaged By Fire
The body of a teenager has been found in a burned out home in Millbury.
Christmas Tree Topper Blamed For Fire In North Brookfield
A Christmas tree caught fire Thursday morning in North Brookfield.
1 Killed When House On Fire Collapses In Orange
A fire has caused a home to collapse in western Massachusetts, and authorities say at least one person has died.
Fire Forces Large Evacuation At Westboro Apartment Complex
Hundreds of residents were evacuated from a Westboro apartment complex when a two-alarm fire broke out in the building.
Fire Damages Building On Boston University Campus
Boston firefighters battled a fire on the campus of Boston University late Saturday night.
Mom Pulls 2 Kids Out Of Toy Car Destroyed By Fire
Video shows fire consuming a child's toy electric vehicle. Just moments before two kids were in it.
2 Firefighters, 1 Resident Injured At Everett House Fire
Three people, including two firefighters, were injured when a fire broke out at an Everett home Friday afternoon.
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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.
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.