Massachusetts Received 385 Reports Of Hate Crimes In 2020, Up Slightly From 2019
Boston reported the highest number of hate crimes — 121 — down from 170 in 2019.
Hate Crime
Brookline Police Say Attack On Woman On Beacon Street Was Hate Crime
A woman who was attacked in Brookline earlier this week was the target of a hate crime, police said Friday.
Woman Charged In Alleged Racist Tirade At Brockton Market Basket
A woman accused of a racist tirade at a Brockton supermarket was ordered to stay away from her accuser Wednesday.
Man Accused Of Hate Crime After 'Disturbing' Incident At Verizon Store
A Somerville man is accused of a hate crime after a "disturbing" altercation inside a Verizon Wireless store in Arlington, police said.
Arlington High School Students Accused Of Vandalism, Hate Crimes
So far, police have identified 14 students, all boys, who broke into the school last week.
3 Swastikas Found In Jewish Teacher's Classroom
Police and school officials are investigating after three swastikas were found scrawled on a classroom desk inside a Jewish teacher's classroom just hours before Hanukkah was set to begin.
Racist Flyer Found Outside Framingham State Dorm Room
Police say a flyer with racial slurs was hung outside a dorm room on the campus of Framingham State University.
Man Accused Of Attacking Muslim At JFK Pleads Not Guilty
Robin Rhodes, of Worcester, Massachusetts, made a brief appearance Thursday in state Supreme Court.
Unlicensed Guns, Ammunition, Nazi Memorabilia Found In Lexington Man's Home After Hate Crime Charge
Robert Ivarson now faces a slew of new charges.
3 Teen Girls Charged With Hate Crime After Attack On MBTA Train
Authorities say three 15-year-old girls are facing hate crime charges after they allegedly assaulted a woman who they thought was an immigrant on a train this month.
Natick Police Investigating Threatening Letters As Possible Hate Crime
The notes warned the man to stop bringing people of color to his home, and indicated that white people had "reclaimed the country" by electing Donald Trump as president.
Man Accused In Revere Beach Hammer Attack Held For Dangerousness Hearing
The Revere man police say assaulted a group of teens and young men with a hammer while yelling racial slurs in a dispute over a football Sunday was arraigned Monday in Chelsea District Court.
Police: Revere Man Arrested For Attacking Beachgoers With Hammer While Shouting Racial Slurs
A Revere man was arrested at Revere Beach Sunday after Massachusetts State Police say he attacked a group of Hispanic and African-American teens and young men with a hammer while yelling racial slurs.
Boston Brothers Charged With Hate Crimes For Beating Mexican Man
Two Boston brothers who claimed to be inspired in part by Donald Trump's views on immigrants face new hate crime charges for allegedly beating and urinating on a homeless Mexican man.
Defense Lawyer Accused Of Bribing Victim To Avoid Investigators
A Boston attorney has been charged with trying to bribe the alleged victim of a hate crime to avoid investigators for months.
Police Investigating Hateful Graffiti Left On 2 Brockton Homes
Brockton police are investigating racist and hate-filled graffiti found spray-painted on two homes in the city as hate crimes.
Framingham State Police Investigating Hate Crime Incident
Framingham State University Police are investigating a hate crime after a small swastika was found scratched into the side of a car on Thursday.
Medford Schools, Playgrounds Target Of Hate Crime Graffiti
Medford Police say a dozen different areas in South Medford, including Tufts University, were tagged with swastikas, racially charged language and gang symbols.
Concord, NH Neighborhood Bands Together After Hate Crime
Hundreds came out to show a family of Somali immigrants they are not alone, including Governor John Lynch.
Family Of Hate Crime Victim Files Wrongful Death Suit
Justin Goodwin was beaten outside of a Gloucester bar, his attackers, yelling anti-gay slurs.
Reward Offered For Arrest In Concord, NH Hate Crime
A $1,000-reward is being offered for a tip leading to the arrest of a suspect who wrote hate-filled messages on homes in New Hampshire.
Hate Messages Written On Several NH Homes
Police are looking for whoever is responsible for writing hate-filled messages on multiple homes in Concord, New Hampshire early Sunday morning.
Books About Gay Issues Destroyed At Harvard
Harvard police say they are investigating vandalism to about 40 books about lesbian and gay issues at a university library as a hate crime.
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GOP challenges Massachusetts' new mail-in and early voting law
Massachusetts' highest court heard arguments Wednesday in a Republican challenge to the state's new mail-in and early voting law.
Gardner brush fire believed to be sparked by fireworks
A brush fire on the Fourth of July Gardner was probably sparked by fireworks, authorities say.
NH bears "extraordinarily active"; campground still closed
A New Hampshire campground remains closed due to a bear that has shown "no fear of humans."
Amazon Prime members now get Grubhub+ free for one year
The food delivery membership is valued at $9.99 per month and will be offered to Prime members for free.
Massachusetts reports 1,115 new COVID cases, 18 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 7.09%.
Oxford's Geoffrey Esper recovering from Nathan's hot dog eating contest
Geoffrey Esper is letting his body recover after eating 43 hot dogs at the annual Nathan's hot dog eating contest.
Tiny jellyfish with painful sting found off Rhode Island
Environmental officials in Rhode Island are warning residents about tiny jellyfish that pack a powerful sting.
Unique cast of "1776" musical takes new look at U.S. history
A special cast is shaking up the classic musical "1776."
Weymouth firefighters use bacon to lure trapped dog
Firefighters used an unconventional tool to help rescue a dog that was trapped under a shed at a Weymouth home.
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GOP challenges Massachusetts' new mail-in and early voting law
Massachusetts' highest court heard arguments Wednesday in a Republican challenge to the state's new mail-in and early voting law.
Gardner brush fire believed to be sparked by fireworks
A brush fire on the Fourth of July Gardner was probably sparked by fireworks, authorities say.
NH bears "extraordinarily active"; campground still closed
A New Hampshire campground remains closed due to a bear that has shown "no fear of humans."
Amazon Prime members now get Grubhub+ free for one year
The food delivery membership is valued at $9.99 per month and will be offered to Prime members for free.
Massachusetts reports 1,115 new COVID cases, 18 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 7.09%.
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Massachusetts reports 1,678 new COVID cases, 8 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 6.22%.
CDC: New listeria outbreak tied to 23 illnesses, 1 death
Two people from Massachusetts have gotten sick.
Massachusetts reports 1,915 new COVID cases, 8 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.85%.
Massachusetts reports 1,529 new COVID cases, 17 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.74%.
Study shows gas stoves could be leaking toxic chemicals
Researchers say some stoves are leaking unburned gas at low levels that could be toxic when released into the air.
I-Team
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I-Team: Patriot Front has long history in Massachusetts
In 2019, three group members were arrested on assault charges after distributing racist flyers in East Boston.
Rise of the Moors standoff: Where the cases stand now
It has been just about a year since an armed militia group called the Rise of the Moors held an hours long standoff with police on Route 95 in Wakefield.
I-Team: Cleanup finished at Chelsea hazardous debris pile
The city had no idea it was there until WBZ-TV told them.
I-Team: The problem behind Boston's unsolved murders
Unsolved murders are a growing concern nationwide.
I-Team: What happened to Debbie Melo?
Debbie Melo has now been missing for 22 years. Detectives say her husband has never been ruled out as a suspect.
Keller @ Large
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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?
Keller @ Large: NATO expansion may add strain to relations with Russia
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is officially expanding, as Finland and Sweden are about to become full members.
Keller: State treasurer says Massachusetts should consider suspending gas tax
There is a difference of opinion on the possibility of suspending the gas tax, but treasurer Deb Goldberg said the state has the money to do it.
Keller: Supreme Court decision a reminder that not voting has consequences
Jon says the long-term impact of the court's ruling will be to remind apathetic voters that inaction has consequences.
Keller: Ads claim Congress will "break" Amazon Prime 2-day delivery
Have you seen those TV ads warning that Congress is poised to "break" the popular Amazon Prime two-day delivery service?
Business News
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Kohl's sale falls apart in shaky retail environment
Kohl's said Friday that it now expects sales to be down.
Bed Bath & Beyond accused of turning off AC in stores
A new report from Bank of America claims the company has cut air conditioning in an effort to lower expenses.
New Hampshire distillery turning invasive green crabs into whiskey
A New Hampshire distillery has come up with its newest concoction called "Crab Trapper" — whiskey flavored with invasive green crabs.
Gourmet Dumpling House set to close in Chinatown
Gourmet Dumpling House in Chinatown is about to close after 15 years.
Massachusetts-based Marathon Sports is being sold
Stores will continue to use the "Marathon Sports" branding.
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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.
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Bruins announce full schedule for upcoming 2022-23 season
It may be the middle of the summer, but hockey season is already on the horizon.
Baker Mayfield trade hurts Cam Newton's chances of returning to Panthers
With Cam Newton now lacking an NFL home for the third time in three years, it doesn't appear as though the Panthers will be the one to hire him this time around.
Don Sweeney gives David Krejci update
Since the end of the Bruins' season, murmurs of a David Krejci reunion have persisted. They're now sure to continue a bit longer.
Tiger Woods explains why he didn't play U.S. Open in Brookline
When it comes to playing golf for the foreseeable future, Tiger Woods -- arguably the greatest to ever play the game -- doesn't have many concerns.
Top Sox pitching prospect Brayan Bello making big league debut
The top pitching prospect in the Red Sox farm system will make his major league debut on Wednesday night at Fenway Park.
Offbeat
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Tiny jellyfish with painful sting found off Rhode Island
Environmental officials in Rhode Island are warning residents about tiny jellyfish that pack a powerful sting.
NH bears "extraordinarily active"; campground still closed
A New Hampshire campground remains closed due to a bear that has shown "no fear of humans."
Bear 'showing no fear of humans' closes NH campground
A New Hampshire campground is closed until further notice due to a bear that is not afraid of humans, officials say.
Robot dog spotted working security on Boston Esplanade
Massachusetts State Police are using a Boston Dynamics robot at the Esplanade ahead of Monday's festivities.
Stone Zoo announces birth of baby porcupette
The baby's soft quills will harden over time