Bill Would Make It Easier For Homeless To Get Massachusetts State ID Card
It aims to create a burden-free process for homeless individuals to obtain the IDs.
Homeless
Homeless Man Hands Out Resumes, Gets Hundreds Of Job Offers
A homeless and unemployed web developer in California has been overwhelmed with job offers after a picture of him handing out resumes went viral on social media.
Homeless Teens Overcome Adversity To Graduate High School
Dozens of teens from in and around Boston, once homeless, received their high school diplomas Tuesday.
Pine Street Inn Working To Help Homeless During Bitter Cold
More than 850 people stayed in shelters overnight in Boston.
Women Crochet Grocery Bags Into Sleeping Mats For Boston Homeless
A group of women are on a mission to comfort the homeless, transforming plastic bags into something helpful and beautiful.
Mayor Walsh Dishes Out Turkey At Boston Rescue Mission
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh served up some holiday food Sunday at the Boston Rescue Mission.
Local Urban Farm Provides Unique Program To Help Homeless
Homelessness is just one social issue Revision Urban Farm is working to change in Boston.
Disabled, Homeless Artists Create Artwork For Memorial Day Display At MFA
Homeless and disabled artists had their work shown at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston on Memorial Day.
Weymouth Boy Helps The Homeless One Dime At A Time
He's just a kid, but 12-year-old Dom DiOrio has a big heart and even bigger ideas.
Thanksgiving Volunteers Pay It Foward In Boston
It's the spirit of the season – giving, be it food, money or time. It's the time of year people remember to give back.
Brockton Tutoring Program Helps Families Affected By Homelessness
The program, "School on Wheels," reaches out to families affected by homelessness at some point.
39 Homeless High School Graduates Honored In Somerville
Despite being homeless, 39 teens reached their goal of graduating high school.
Working Homeless On Path To Self-Sufficiency
About a quarter of all homeless people in Boston shelters are working and many more want a job.
VA Boston – Helping Our Homeless Veterans
Lucky Pup Patrick Saved After Swallowing Rat Poison
Patrick is indeed one lucky pup after undergoing lifesaving medical care experts say was right in the nick of time.
Baker: I'll Reduce Number Of Mass. Homeless Families
Efforts to catch families before they fall into homelessness would get a boost under a plan being pushed by Gov. Charlie Baker.
Dangerous Cold Puts Boston's Homeless At Risk
Brutally cold weather is forecast for Wednesday night in Boston, and that is increasing the concern for people who live on the streets.
Cardinal Sean O'Malley Holds Christmas Service At Homeless Shelter
Cardinal Sean O'Malley delivered a message of hope on Christmas Day to the homeless at St. Francis House in downtown Boston.
Gov. Patrick Announces 'Pay For Success' Plan To Aid Homeless
A plan that calls for using charitable donations and private-sector investment to ease chronic homelessness in Massachusetts was unveiled Monday by Gov. Deval Patrick.
Gov. Patrick To Announce Plan For Reducing Mass. Homelessness
Massachusetts officials have their sights on a plan to use private-sector funding to help reduce the number of chronically homeless people in the state.
Homeless Shelter In Dorchester Gets Surprise Makeover
Bassett Furniture delivered a truck full of new couches, chairs and other items to Dorchester ReVision Family Home on Thursday.
Bridge Over Troubled Waters - Helping Boston Youth
Toucher & Rich: Adolfo Panhandles Outside Of Fenway Park
World Series ticket prices were selling for record prices, so there was a different breed of Red Sox fans in attendance. That is, people with a ton of money. Adolfo took to the streets and panhandled to see how much money he could get.
Local Group Brings Birthday Parties To Homeless Children
Birthday Wishes is a non-profit organization that provides birthday parties for homeless children.
Four Families Left Homeless After Lawrence Fire
Four families are left homeless following a fire in a wood frame house in Lawrence.
Latest News From CBS Boston
Massachusetts the best state to live in, according to new report
Massachusetts ranked first overall with high scores for the economy, education and health, quality of life and safety.
Orange Line shutdown to have regional impact for drivers, bikers, walkers
Gov. Baker says the Orange Line shutdown starting Friday will affect not just subway riders but everyone in the Boston area.
1 brother dead, 1 missing after jumping off Jaws bridge on Martha's Vineyard
Mass. State Police say the brothers were seasonal workers at a restaurant on Martha's Vineyard.
Stabbings at Shannon Beach sparked by car door hitting truck, police say
Multiple people were stabbed, and five were arrested.
SoulCycle plans to close 25% of studios
The closures could include spots in the Boston area.
Airplane part falls from sky, nearly hits man in Maine
It's believed the piece came from a large passenger jet.
Massachusetts voters urged to return mail-in ballots quickly
The state primaries are just three weeks away.
Toddler pulled from pool in Abington, taken to hospital
A toddler was rushed to the hospital on Monday after being rescued from an Abington pool.
Salvation Army gives away hundreds of free backpacks in Waltham
Students lined up for blocks on Monday morning to snag a free backpack.
Latest News From CBS Boston
More Latest News From CBS Boston
Massachusetts the best state to live in, according to new report
Massachusetts ranked first overall with high scores for the economy, education and health, quality of life and safety.
Orange Line shutdown to have regional impact for drivers, bikers, walkers
Gov. Baker says the Orange Line shutdown starting Friday will affect not just subway riders but everyone in the Boston area.
1 brother dead, 1 missing after jumping off Jaws bridge on Martha's Vineyard
Mass. State Police say the brothers were seasonal workers at a restaurant on Martha's Vineyard.
Stabbings at Shannon Beach sparked by car door hitting truck, police say
Multiple people were stabbed, and five were arrested.
SoulCycle plans to close 25% of studios
The closures could include spots in the Boston area.
Health
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Viral TikTok spreading misinformation about tampon ingredients
A TikTok video is spreading misinformation about an ingredient used in some tampons and it is causing real alarm among some viewers.
Is making your own baby food safer?
A new report finds homemade baby food contains just as many heavy metals as store-bought preparations.
CDC ends recommendations for social distancing, quarantine for COVID-19
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the nation should move away from restrictive measures such as quarantines and social distancing and focus on reducing severe disease from COVID-19.
Human brain not "designed" to stay awake past midnight, study says
Researchers analyzed numerous studies to find out what happens to the human brain if it stays awake past midnight.
What are "growing pains" for kids? Researchers are still unsure
Researchers are having a hard time determining exactly what they are.
I-Team
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I-Team: Plan to clean air around Millis cement plant gives neighbors hope
Under new pressure from state environmental officials, a concrete plant in Millis has a plan to clear the air.
I-Team: Expert says MBTA "very close" to federal takeover
A rail safety expert told WBZ-TV a federal takeover of the MBTA could be right around the corner.
I-Team: Transportation expert blames management for Orange Line shutdown
The I-Team talked to experts who say the T should have been doing maintenance all along.
I-Team: Driver in I-495 standoff linked to stolen police uniforms
Investigators believe some of his uniform and equipment was stolen from a police supply store.
I-Team: Former head of Massachusetts Veterans' Services back on state payroll
Francisco Urena, who resigned in the wake of deaths at the Holyoke Soldiers' Home, is back on the state payroll.
Keller @ Large
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Keller @ Large: Ads blaming Dems for inflation are only half-truths
With midterms approaching, inflation is politically toxic.
Keller: In race to replace Maura Healey, it may come down to ads
Three Democratic candidates are all trying to lay claim to the Healey brand.
Keller @ Large: The Trump of 2016 returns to Washington
Trump returned to the 2016 candidate with red-meat rhetoric on issues like crime, immigration and the 2nd Amendment.
Keller: The struggles of gay politicians in Washington, D.C.
Dover native James Kirchick recently published the book "Secret City: The History of Gay Washington," which looks at the struggles of gay people active in politics and the government.
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?
Business News
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SoulCycle plans to close 25% of studios
The closures could include spots in the Boston area.
Amazon to buy Roomba-inventor iRobot for $1.7 billion
The Bedford company was founded in 1990.
Wayfair struggling to keep shoppers gained at start of pandemic
Inflation has tapped out many shoppers who are slowing their spending on furniture.
These stores are lowering prices to attract inflation-weary shoppers
A glimmer of relief is emerging at the checkout aisle: the return of discounts.
Trader Joe's workers approve union drive in Hadley
It's the first Trader Joe's in the country with an employees union.
New England Living
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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.
Sports
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Pats see joint practices with Panthers as their first "big test"
It's finally time for the Patriots to hit someone other than their teammates on the practice field.
Enrique Hernandez could rejoin Red Sox this week
More reinforcements are expected to arrive for the Red Sox this week.
Arlington's Noel Buck impressive in his Revolution debut
Saturday night was a dream come true for 17-year-old Noel Buck, with the Arlington native making his New England Revolution debut in front of family and friends at Gillette Stadium.
Wyc Grousbeck discusses Bill Russell's number being retired
Celtics owner and governor Wyc Grousbeck joined WBZ-TV's Sports Final to discuss Bill Russell's lasting impact and the NBA retiring his number leaguewide.
Celtics set to host Bucks on Christmas Day
The Celtics will once again be part of Christmas Day plans around Boston.
Offbeat
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Bear activity closes another New Hampshire campground
Another campground in New Hampshire's White Mountains is being shut down because of bears.
PHOTOS: Zoo jaguar keeps cool with frozen meat treat
Workers at the Stone Zoo had to get creative to cool off Seymour the jaguar.
Model rocket accident sparks fire at Topsfield athletic field
A family using model rockets accidentally sparked a two-acre fire in Topsfield.
Video shows hammerhead shark feeding right off Nantucket beach
It was a surprising sight for beachgoers on Nantucket.
WATCH: Dust devil tears up tent on Bourne softball field
A dust devil sent players on a Bourne softball field running for cover on Sunday. Here's how they form.