Worcester students treated to free haircuts before MCAS testing
There were free haircuts, braiding and manicures for elementary school students in Worcester before they began a week of MCAS testing.
There were free haircuts, braiding and manicures for elementary school students in Worcester before they began a week of MCAS testing.
A student at a Massachusetts school suffered burns when the laptop they were using began smoking during MCAS testing.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey sits down with WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller to talk education, a major Mass Pike project and commercial real estate struggles in Boston.
The Massachusetts Teachers Association wants the state to stop using the MCAS test as a graduation requirement.
WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller talks to Massachusetts Secretary of Education Pat Tutwiler.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey will oppose the ballot question that would eliminate the MCAS as a high school graduation requirement, according to the secretary of education.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu joined WBZ TV Political Analyst Jon Keller to reflect on the halfway point of her mayoral term and whether there will be another in the future.
Mayor Michelle Wu shares her stance on whether the MCAS graduation requirement should be eliminated and whether teachers should have the right to strike.
Education Commissioner Jeff Riley said the "achievement slide caused by the pandemic appears to have halted and that recovery is fully underway."
The 2024 election may have some ballot questions that could bring major changes to Massachusetts.
WBZ TV political analyst Jon Keller has a closer look at possible ballot questions in 2024, including the future of rent control and ending the MCAS graduation requirement.
Students of all ages are heading back to school and WBZ TV Political Analyst Jon Keller is looking at what's gone wrong since the Massachusetts Education Reform Act was passed 30 years ago.
There is a growing movement to remove the MCAS graduation requirement and it all started with a mother and her teenage son.
WBZ TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
Weather Alert for possible storms; MCAS future questioned; State Police COVID rules; Wildlife rescue in danger
The Massachusetts Teachers Association voted to support a ballot question aimed at eliminating the MCAS exam as a high school graduation requirement.
WBZ TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
A mother from Lexington has filed a petition for a ballot question on whether students should be required to pass the MCAS to graduate high school.
WBZ TV's Anna Meiler reports.
"I Am More," a community conversation on mental health, all began with one artist's struggle - and the outpouring of support that followed.
Witnesses say the victim had been in some type of fight with group of other young men, then someone pulled out a gun.
The Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-5 on Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep.
Three juveniles were taken to the hospital after each of them were stabbed at an MBTA station Wednesday afternoon.
Another year, another All-NBA First Team for Celtics star Jayson Tatum.
Key witness Jennifer McCabe was back on the stand for a second day of cross-examination Wednesday.
There is a risk of thunderstorms Thursday, a few of which may reach severe levels.
Witnesses say the victim had been in some type of fight with group of other young men, then someone pulled out a gun.
Thirteen Harvard University students who participated in the pro-Palestinian protest encampment on campus will not receive degrees at commencement on Thursday.
Three juveniles were taken to the hospital after each of them were stabbed at an MBTA station Wednesday afternoon.
"I Am More," a community conversation on mental health, all began with one artist's struggle - and the outpouring of support that followed.
If you're a healthy adult, you may want to avoid fish oil supplements as they could increase the risk of heart disease.
Terrifying nightmares could be an early sign of common autoimmune disorders such as lupus, according to researchers.
A new study finds adults who start taking ADHD medications may be at higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
Massachusetts researchers say it's equally beneficial to measure exercise by how long you exercise and how many steps you take.
Records show Massachusetts police departments typically and legally sell back or trade in their guns to dealers when they're no longer used by officers.
A woman told WBZ-TV's I-Team she believes she was raped by a killer just weeks before two bodies were found in Brockton in 2014.
The I-Team uncovered a posting on a Massachusetts State Police Instagram account that used a song with racial slurs and talked about guns.
Massachusetts is paying millions to vendors in the migrant crisis with little oversight on how taxpayer money is being spent
A Townsend woman was scammed into believing a famous actor was in love with her. Then the case took on a potentially more sinister turn.
Independents are the ones who make the difference at the polls, but they don't like partisanship and extremism.
Massachusetts Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll spoke about what can be done about the state's housing crisis.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reaching out to younger voters where they get their news - social media.
Many residents say they really like Boston, but say the cost of living and high housing prices are taking a toll.
Despite an April revenue haul that exceeded forecasts, there is still anxiety on Beacon Hill about overall revenue shortfalls and economic uncertainty.
The West Boylston Cinema movie theater in central Massachusetts is going out of business.
You can once again grab a cocktail to go in Massachusetts.
April 20, 2024 is Record Store Day. See which record shops in Massachusetts are participating.
Boston Dynamics' latest robot is ready to "exceed human capabilities," the company says.
Rising costs are forcing small businesses located on Boston's Massachusetts Avenue to close.
Set in the woods outside of Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine, Terramor Outdoor Resort offers guests the joy of camping in nature with all the luxury amenities of a modern resort.
Chef Kate Smith joins Host Rachel Holt in the Test Kitchen to cook up her signature paella.
Rachel Holt learns all about the Viewpoint Hotel's distinctive design and what makes this destination so unique.
Rachel Holt gets an inside look at what makes this museum such a popular destination and tries her hand at driving a vintage trolley car.
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate is a sprawling seaside mansion in Ipswich dating back to the 1920s with something for all visitors.
The Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-5 on Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep.
Another year, another All-NBA First Team for Celtics star Jayson Tatum.
Bruins GM Don Sweeney is promising an "aggressive" offseason, and his priority is getting Jeremy Swayman to sign a long-term extension.
The home of the Boston Celtics and Boston Bruins is ranked as one of the best sports venues in the country.
Without Jrue Holiday making an impact everyone on the floor, the Celtics never would have had a chance to pull off their improbable Game 1 comeback against the Pacers.
Researchers spotted a 37-year-old right whale mother named Wolf and her calf off the coast of Massachusetts.
The 2024 cicada broods will not be emerging in Massachusetts - but the buzzing bugs are set to appear here in 2025.
A pair of vultures thought to be "actively dying" actually had too much to drink, wildlife rescuers in Connecticut say.
A fluffy pile of golden retrievers took over the Boston Common in memory of Spencer the marathon dog.
The thick fog made for an eerie sight as the Mayflower II crossed the Cape Cod Canal.