Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, dies at 47 from brain cancer
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
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Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
A couple from Woburn has lost their license to foster children after they refused to sign a gender affirming policy form from the Department of Children and Families. WBZ-TV's Louisa Moller reports.
Police are investigating a possible hate crime after a gay couple said they were attacked by a group of men in Mattapan.
Medford residents are upset after a LGBTQ+ intolerant sign goes up at a nearby church.
The Museum of Science in Boston hosted a day of celebrations for Pride month that highlighted accomplishments in art and science by the LGBTQ+ community.
Neighbors in Jamaica Plain said they won't be intimidated after two of their pride flags were torn down by a vandal this week.
Neighbors in Boston's Jamaica Plain neighborhood said they won't be intimidated after two of their pride flags were torn down by a vandal this week. WBZ-TV's Courtney Cole reports.
This week marks the 10th anniversary of the United States Supreme Court legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide.
This week marks the 10th anniversary of the Supreme Court legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide and while more Americans approve of same-sex marriage than ever before, there's growing opposition in some states, though Gov. Maura Healey said it will always be protected in Massachusetts.
LGBTQ+ advocates are concerned that the Trump administration could be discontinuing LGBTQ-specific support for youth on the national 988 suicide hotline.
LGBTQ+ advocates are concerned that the Trump administration could be discontinuing LGBTQ-specific support for youth on the national 988 suicide hotline. WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
A small wine bar in Boston's Downtown Crossing is making wine more approachable for guests.
A small wine bar in Boston's Downtown Crossing is helping create lasting memories for its guests by making wine more approachable and making the bar a place where all feel welcome. WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
A couple said a security guard at the Liberty Hotel in Boston challenged their use of a bathroom and kicked them out.
Rep. Bill Keating stood up for a transgender colleague but WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller said the fight may not be wise for Democrats.
Rep. Bill Keating stood up for a transgender colleague but WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller said the fight may not be wise for Democrats.
A student at Lesley University is featured on the upcoming season of "Love On the Spectrum."
Doctors in Massachusetts said they feel unsettled as pages of health information on the CDC's website pertaining to reproductive, LGBTQ+, gender and racial health have all been taken down in the past few days, though some have returned.
Doctors in Massachusetts said they feel unsettled as pages of health information on the CDC's website pertaining to reproductive, LGBTQ+, gender and racial health have all been taken down in the past few days, though some have returned. WBZ-TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
Ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, there's an uneasy feeling among many in the LGBTQ+ community in Massachusetts about the future of their rights and many couples are rushing to get married.
Gov. Chris Sununu signed the bill Friday, saying in a statement it "ensures fairness and safety in women's sports by maintaining integrity and competitive balance in athletic competitions."
A unique housing complex welcoming LGBTQ+ seniors officially opened its doors on Friday.
A new housing complex for Boston citizens over the age of 62 in the LGBTQ+ community opened Friday in Boston's Hyde Park neighborhood.
The pardon could affect thousands of service members convicted over the six decades that military law formally banned consensual homosexual conduct.
President Biden's decision to pardon LGBTQ+ servicemembers convicted for their sexual orientation is being celebrated by members of the armed forces in Massachusetts.
Jaylen Brown, who was traded by the Boston Celtics to the 76ers, is comforting a young 6-year-old fan who was heartbroken by the news.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson is bringing back the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness of ALS.
Across the United States, the way you speak is filled with cultural authenticity and central to identity.
Brockton is tightening security for the next Cape Verde World Cup game after violent celebrations in the Massachusetts city during the opening games of the tournament.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Jaylen Brown, who was traded by the Boston Celtics to the 76ers, is comforting a young 6-year-old fan who was heartbroken by the news.
Jaylen Brown is headed to Philadelphia in a stunning trade. The Celtics get Paul George and draft picks in return.
There's an Extreme Heat Warning for the Boston area through Saturday with temperatures at or above 100 degrees.
Dozens of beaches in Massachusetts are closed during what could be the most extreme heat wave in years for the Boston area.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson is bringing back the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness of ALS.
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
There was a possible measles exposure at Logan Airport in Boston last week, Massachusetts health officials say.
A new study finds that a simple blood test could predict Alzheimer's disease long before symptoms appear.
The Lone Star tick, which can cause alpha-gal syndrome, is spreading north throughout Massachusetts.
Boston's cold and snowy winter might have an effect on this year's pollen allergy season.
A Malden, Massachusetts woman said National Grid took more than $28,000 out of her bank account for a gas bill that she didn't owe.
A Massachusetts family thought their Vrbo stay would be protected after they had to cancel their trip to Hawaii due to severe weather. Now they're out $12,000.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
The gunman who allegedly opened fire on passing cars on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts is 46-year-old Tyler Brown from Boston.
There have been four violent attacks in three weeks at Tewksbury Hospital and a state representative is taking the fight to Beacon Hill to give security the non-lethal equipment back.
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Golden Temple and Party Favors in Brookline are closing after a combined 100 years in business.
There are no more Hooters restaurants left in Massachusetts.
There's a proposal in Cambridge to limit customers at bars and restaurants to one drink every 30 minutes.
Boston Dynamics is expanding with a new robotics and AI center in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Dozens of Boston bars and restaurants are taking advantage of a new Massachusetts law allowing for a later last call.
Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House has become one of New England's most imaginative seaside estates.
Blending clean modern lines with the warmth of a classic seaside retreat, this stunning North Shore coastal home was designed to feel both elevated and inviting.
Set across thirty acres of rolling lawns, wooded trails, and contemporary outdoor art, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum invites visitors to experience art in the landscape.
James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Karen Akunowicz has become known for her bold, Italian-inspired cooking and unmistakable culinary voice.
Just a short drive from Newport, the Norman Bird Sanctuary spans 300 acres of fields, forests, and coastal trails with sweeping views and more than six miles of hiking paths.
Jaylen Brown, who was traded by the Boston Celtics to the 76ers, is comforting a young 6-year-old fan who was heartbroken by the news.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Jaylen Brown is headed to Philadelphia in a stunning trade. The Celtics get Paul George and draft picks in return.
Temperatures were high at Fenway Park, but cooler heads prevailed a day after benches cleared between the Red Sox and Nationals.
The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed NBA free agents Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley Jr.
Avi Loeb, a Harvard astronomer who has made headlines with his theories about alien encounters, will lead a White House scientific advisory council on UFOs.
Haggis is not on the menu in Boston for the World Cup, despite what Gov. Healey told Scotland supporters in a lighthearted social media video.
There have been multiple sightings of a black bear in some unusual locations on the seacoast of New Hampshire and in southern Maine.
There's a smelly situation on the beach in Provincetown, Massachusetts after thousands of squid washed up on shore
Have you ever wondered where all the fish in the New England Aquarium come from? The answer is just down the road in Quincy.