Maine fire chief wants to charge people for nuisance calls
The fire chief in Livermore Falls, Maine, is asking town leaders for an "idiot clause."
Watch CBS News
The fire chief in Livermore Falls, Maine, is asking town leaders for an "idiot clause."
The man behind an upcoming documentary on sea life off the coast of Maine said climate change has turned the waters into a "ghost town."
WBZ-TV's Eric Fisher spoke with Brian Skerry, who said he's shocked by the rapid warming in the water where he's been diving for 50 years.
New England's fall foliage outlook is looking good, but the warm and dry stretch could have an impact.
Filmmaker Brian Skerry talks to WBZ-TV meteorologist about how climate change has impacted the Gulf of Maine.
Trent Weston allegedly killed his wife and son before police shot him to death on the I-95 Piscataqua River Bridge.
Police have identified the man who was shot and killed by police on the Piscataqua River Bridge as Trent Weston.
Hampstead, N.H., will spray its school athletic fields on Friday night after a resident died of EEE. WBZ's Chris Tanaka has Friday's top stories.
The Piscataqua River Bridge connecting New Hampshire and Maine was closed for hours after police shot and killed a man wanted for killing his wife and then found their child dead in his car.
Maine State Police said the man called 911 to report having a fight with his wife, who was now dead. The man was then shot and killed by police on the Piscataqua Bridge and a child was found dead in his car.
The Piscataqua River Bridge connecting New Hampshire and Maine was shut down for more than six hours Thursday after police shot and killed a wanted man and then found a child dead in his car. WBZ-TV's Penny Kmitt reports.
Police shot and killed a man on a bridge connecting New Hampshire and Maine Thursday morning. He was wanted in connection with the death of a woman. An 8-year-old was found dead in his car. WBZ TV's Penny Kmitt reports.
A man wanted in the death of a woman in New Hampshire was shot and killed by police on a bridge Thursday morning. An 8-year-old child was found shot dead in his car. WBZ TV's Jordyn Jagolinzer reports.
A commission found that the Army Reserves and local police missed chances to intervene and potentially stop the deadliest shootings in Maine history.
The commission found the Army Reserves and local police missed chances to prevent the shootings. WBZ TV's Chris Tanaka reports.
A one-in-30-million orange lobster in Maine is a little less rare now after giving birth.
An Army Reserve investigation found "multiple communication failures" about warning signs before Army reservist Robert Card killed 18 people in Maine.
It was the third vehicle crash into a state police cruiser within 48 hours, according to police reports.
A humpback whale was caught on video leaping out of the water in Kittery, Maine.
A humpback whale was caught on video leaping out of the water in Kittery, Maine.
New Hampshire and Maine are rolling out part-time lanes on I-95 in Portsmouth to help reduce traffic during peak travel times.
New Hampshire and Maine are rolling out part-time lanes on I-95 in Portsmouth to help reduce traffic during peak travel times.
Set in the woods outside Acadia National Park, Terramor Outdoor Resort offers the joy of camping in nature with all the luxury amenities of a modern resort. Sponsored by New England Chevy Dealers.
Hundreds of railway cars, some dating back to the 1890s, have been restored and can be found at the Seashore Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport.
The family of the gunman who killed 18 people in Lewiston, Maine testified in front of a commission Thursday, saying more could have been done to help him and prevent the mass shooting.
Looking for fun things to do and eat in New England this summer? Here's what a food editor from Yankee Magazine recommends.
The Chelmsford Board of Selectmen voted Monday night to place injured firefighter Nick Spinale on administrative leave, assuring his benefits and pay are covered.
An air quality alert was issued today for Boston and parts of Massachusetts.
Gas prices continue to climb in Massachusetts before travelers hit the road for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
A Plymouth, Massachusetts mom is looking for an affordable wheelchair van so she can keep taking her son on adventures.
After a glorious weekend in Boston, the weather forecast calls for possible record-setting heat to hit the city
An air quality alert was issued today for Boston and parts of Massachusetts.
Gas prices continue to climb in Massachusetts before travelers hit the road for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
The Chelmsford Board of Selectmen voted Monday night to place injured firefighter Nick Spinale on administrative leave, assuring his benefits and pay are covered.
A viral video taken at a Southbridge, Massachusetts McDonald's is leading to criminal charges.
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 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.
A family is demanding answers from the Gloucester, Massachusetts school district, after learning their five-year-old son was left alone in a quiet room for nearly half an hour.
A nurse says the decision is leaving the staff and patients at Tewksbury Hospital vulnerable to serious injury.
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."
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
Dover Saddlery is closing its Wellesley, Massachusetts store and preparing for more than 100 layoffs.
The "dirty soda" trend is coming to drive-thrus all over Massachusetts as Dunkin' is now serving up its own version of the viral drink.
Smokey Bones is closing all of its restaurants, including Massachusetts locations in Tyngsboro and Taunton.
Boston ranks right up there with Hawaii as one of the most expensive vacation spots in the country, according to a new report.
The Market Basket Board of Directors was justified in firing longtime CEO Arthur T. Demoulas, a judge ruled Monday.
Known formally as Gurnet Light, a historic lighthouse has guided mariners at the entrance to Plymouth Harbor for generations.
From private cruises to quintessential clambakes, Essex River Cruises offers a front-row seat to the beauty of the Great Marsh.
Argia Mystic Cruises in Mystic, Connecticut is one of the last commercial sailing ships in the region, offering a rare chance to explore the area by sea.
A 2026 James Beard Award finalist for Best Chef, and 3-time Chopped champion, Evan Hennessey uses locally farmed and foraged foots to create artistically inspired dishes.
In Groton, Massachusetts, there is a recently opened state-of-the-art venue that is becoming one of the region's premier nonprofit music destinations.
Willson Contreras hit his team-leading 10th homer and Sonny Gray outdueled Seth Lugo as the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Monday night.
The first-place Braves took two of three from Boston for their 13th win in 15 series this season.
The major league-best Atlanta Braves defeated the Boston Red Sox 3-2 on Friday night.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 18th home run and the Phillies defeated the Red Sox 3-1 on Thursday night.
After days of leaks and rumors, the NFL finally released the full schedule for the New England Patriots.
A Boston man says he's lucky to be alive after jumping into the Charles River to save his dog.
Little Joe the gorilla is leaving Boston after decades at the Franklin Park Zoo.
There's been another sighting of an unusual killer whale named Old Thom in the waters off Massachusetts.
A soccer coach in Ludlow, Massachusetts plans to pay it forward after winning big on a lottery scratch ticket.
The Rumney Rocks Climbing Area is partially closed as nesting peregrine falcons could attack rock climbers.