House overrides Baker's veto of bill to give licenses to undocumented immigrants
The Massachusetts House has overridden Gov. Baker's veto of driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.
Immigration
'Not Love Stories': 11 Charged With Arranging Hundreds Of Sham Marriages To Get Around Immigration Laws
A Los Angeles-based agency is accused of arranging more than 400 sham marriages since 2016.
Keller @ Large: Ted Cruz's Immigration Bill Latest Attempt To Demonize Massachusetts
"If you're fine with two million illegal immigrants, let's send them to where you like to hang out," said Cruz.
Ted Cruz Introduces Bill To Send Migrants To Cambridge, Martha's Vineyard And Nantucket
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz is introducing legislation that would establish new ports of entry in Democratic strongholds like California and the Northeast.
Baker, Sununu Join Other Republican Governors In Demanding Border Security Meeting With Biden
The push for a meeting comes as more than 12,000 migrants are camped around a bridge in Del Rio, Texas, after crossing from Ciudad Acuña, Mexico.
Court Won't Toss Case Of Newton Judge Shelley Joseph, Charged In Immigrant's Escape
She's accused of helping a man who was living in the U.S. illegally sneak out of the courthouse to evade an immigration enforcement agent.
Advocates Sue Boston Police, Schools To See If They Share Info With ICE
Several advocacy groups have sued the Boston police and school departments to find how much information they share with federal immigration officials.
International Students Must Leave U.S. If Classes Go Online, ICE Says
International students will be forced to leave the U.S. or transfer if their schools offer classes entirely online this fall.
Warren Hails Supreme Court Ruling 'To Overturn Donald Trump's Cruel Termination Of DACA'
Sen. Elizabeth Warren is among those cheering the Supreme Court's blow to President Donald Trump's immigration policy.
US Northern Border Illegal Crossings Rise; Many Are Mexicans
A 295-mile stretch across northern New York, Vermont and New Hampshire had more than half the northern border arrests last year.
'Foolish Policy': Mayor Walsh Slams President Trump's Immigration Ban Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Walsh said Boston will stand behind its immigrant population.
Attorney: Suspending Immigration Could Hurt Health Care Workers
Lawyers say President Trump's executive order on immigration could actually hurt the economy.
Peter Pan To Continue Allowing Immigration Checks On Buses
The Springfield-based company said the checks could help stem human trafficking.
Court Sides With Trump In 'Sanctuary Cities' Grant Fight
The court ruled against Massachusetts and six other states that sued the president.
2 Arrested In Massachusetts Through New Anti-'Sanctuary' Policy Campaign
Two men — one from Cape Verde and another from Colombia — who had been released by state court officials while their criminal cases are pending were arrested.
As Trump Targets Sanctuary Cities Like Boston, Local Leaders Say They Are Committed To Immigrants
In light of President Donald Trump's decision to send Border Patrol agents to "sanctuary" cities around the country, Democratic leaders campaigning across the Massachusetts are speaking out.
Lawmakers Hold Hearing On Bill That Would Make Massachusetts A 'Sanctuary State'
The Safe Communities Act is meant to limit interaction between local law enforcement agencies and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Boston Approves New Limits On Police In Immigration Matters
The City Council approved amendments to Boston's Trust Act, which limits the role city officials play in enforcing the nation's immigration laws.
Massachusetts Lawmakers Urge Withdrawal Of Rule Denying Green Cards To Poor Immigrants
The administration says it wants to ensure immigrants gaining legal status are self-sufficient.
Boston Police Sergeant Removed As ICE Liaison
Boston's mayor says the city is taking another look at how police interact with federal immigration officials amid questions over whether the department has violated the Trust Act, a city regulation meant to prevent police involvement in civil immigration cases.
Massachusetts Courts Ask ICE To Stop Deporting Defendants Pending Trial
Judges identified at least 13 cases where defendants have been removed from the country without the court system's knowledge.
Boston Citizenship Workshop Helps Immigrants Apply For Naturalization
The City of Boston hosted the sixth annual Citizenship Day Saturday, where volunteers helped eligible permanent residents fill out paperwork to apply for naturalization.
Mass. Immigration Groups Sue Trump Administration Over Fast-Tracked Deportations
Massachusetts immigrant rights activists are challenging the Trump administration's expansion of deportation powers.
Civil Rights Groups Sue Trump Administration Over Immigrant Medical Care Cases
Civil rights groups are suing President Donald Trump's administration over its decision to stop considering requests from immigrants seeking to remain in the country for medical treatment and other hardships.
Bill To Make Driver's Licenses Available To Undocumented Immigrants Debated At Massachusetts State House
Fourteen states, including Connecticut and Vermont, have laws in place allowing all residents to acquire some type of license or permit regardless of immigration status.
Latest News From CBS Boston
Wayland paramedic, nurse sister help woman during medical emergency on a plane
A Wayland paramedic and Lahey Hospital nurse helped save a woman's life on a recent flight.
Groom arrives to Thompson Island wedding on time thanks to police boat
A wedding day for a South Shore couple almost did not happen when a ferry went out of commission.
MBTA releases plan for Orange Line shutdown
While shuttles test routes, Boston sets up an information webpage and free bikes.
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.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
2 injured after tractor-trailer rolls over on Mass Pike
Two people were taken to the hospital after a tractor-trailer rolled over on the Mass Pike in Boston.
Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The FBI seized classified records, including some top secret, according to the search warrant.
MBTA Transit Police release ID, photo of rape suspect
Police said a rape occurred on Thursday, August 4 around 2:30 a.m. at the MBTA Tuft's Medical Station.
Water floods Boston Common area after water main break
Water coated the Boston Common area after a water main break ruptured Saturday morning.
Latest News From CBS Boston
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Wayland paramedic, nurse sister help woman during medical emergency on a plane
A Wayland paramedic and Lahey Hospital nurse helped save a woman's life on a recent flight.
Groom arrives to Thompson Island wedding on time thanks to police boat
A wedding day for a South Shore couple almost did not happen when a ferry went out of commission.
MBTA releases plan for Orange Line shutdown
While shuttles test routes, Boston sets up an information webpage and free bikes.
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.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Health
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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.
Massachusetts reports 8,950 new COVID cases
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 8.05%, which is up from the last report by 0.08%.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
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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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.
Walmart is slashing prices on clothing and other items
Walmart's move could prompt rivals to also bring down prices.
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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Revolution record fourth straight shutout in 1-0 victory over D.C. United
Djordje Petrović recorded three saves while midfielder Carles Gil scored his fifth goal of the season.
Kiner-Falefa helps Yankees squeeze past Red Sox 3-2
Isiah Kiner-Falefa drove in the go-ahead run with a safety squeeze in the ninth inning to beat the Red Sox.
Red Sox rally to beat Yankees 3-2
Tommy Pham hit a walk-off single in the 10th to lead the last-place Boston Red Sox to a 3-2 victory over the AL East-leading New York Yankees.
Middleboro advances to Little League World Series
For the first time in a decade, a team from Massachusetts is going to the Little League World Series.
All the takeaways from Patriots' preseason opener vs. Giants
Here's all you need to know from the Patriots' preseason opener vs. the Giants.
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.