Bill Would Penalize Those Who Press Others To Die By Suicide
A bill filed at the Massachusetts Statehouse would set new penalties for those who encourage others to die by suicide.
Michelle Carter
Michelle Carter Released From Jail Early In Texting-Suicide Case
Michelle Carter, the young Plainville woman who sent her boyfriend text messages urging him to kill himself before he committed suicide, was released from jail Thursday.
Conrad Roy's Family 'Disappointed' That Michelle Carter Was Released From Jail Early
The family of Conrad Roy is speaking out about Michelle Carter's early release from jail.
U.S. Supreme Court Declines To Hear Appeal Of Michelle Carter Texting Suicide Case
The United States Supreme Court has declined to hear the case of Michelle Carter, a Plainville woman who was convicted of involuntary manslaughter last year.
Despite Similarities, BC Suicide Allegations Different From Michelle Carter Manslaughter Charges
Despite similarities, the cases of Michelle Carter and Inyoung You do have clear differences in the runup to their victims' suicides.
Michelle Carter Denied Parole In Teen Texting Suicide Case
Carter was seeking release after serving 7 months of a 15-month sentence for her role in the death of her boyfriend Conrad Roy.
Board Weighs Michelle Carter's Parole Request In Texting Suicide Case
Michelle Carter appeared Thursday before the state Parole Board to seek release after serving seven months of a 15-month jail sentence.
Michelle Carter Has Been Moved Out Of Bristol County Prison
Michelle Carter, the Plainfield woman convicted of encouraging her suicidal boyfriend to kill himself, has been moved out of the Bristol County House of Correction in Dartmouth.
'Conrad's Law' Would Make It A Crime To Encourage Suicide In Massachusetts
This bill would specifically punish people for intentionally encouraging someone to take their own life if they knew that person was experiencing suicidal thoughts.
Michelle Carter Files Appeal With U.S. Supreme Court In Texting Suicide Case
Michelle Carter's attorneys told the high court in a petition filed Monday that her conviction, based on her "words alone," violated her First Amendment right to free speech.
Michelle Carter Texting Suicide Case Explored In New Film
The director of a new documentary wants viewers to decide for themselves whether Michelle Carter's actions were criminal.
Wrongful Death Lawsuit In Texting Suicide Case Resolved
The wrongful death lawsuit brought against Michelle Carter has been resolved.
Judge Orders Michelle Carter To Start Serving Sentence In Texting Suicide Case
A judge ordered a young woman to begin serving her 15-month prison sentence for encouraging her suicidal boyfriend to kill himself.
Prosecutors Move To Have Michelle Carter Start Jail Sentence In Texting Suicide Case
The motion comes one day after the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court upheld her involuntary manslaughter conviction.
Massachusetts High Court Upholds Michelle Carter's Conviction In Texting Suicide Case
A judge had previously found her guilty of involuntary manslaughter.
Michelle Carter's Lawyers Urge SJC To Toss Texting Suicide Conviction
Massachusetts' highest court will consider whether to throw out the involuntary manslaughter conviction of Michelle Carter.
Massachusetts High Court Will Hear Michelle Carter Suicide Texting Appeal
Massachusetts' highest court will soon hear Michelle Carter's case after she was convicted of involuntary manslaughter for sending text messages to her boyfriend urging him to kill himself.
Massachusetts High Court To Take Up Suicide Texting Appeal
Michelle Carter was convicted of involuntary manslaughter for sending her suicidal boyfriend text messages urging him to kill himself. A court has agreed to hear her appeal.
Michelle Carter's Lawyers Appeal Her Conviction
Lawyers for the woman convicted of involuntary manslaughter for convincing her boyfriends to kill himself are appealing her conviction.
Amanda Knox: Michelle Carter Should Get Sympathy, Not Jail Time
Amanda Knox is weighing in on the controversial teen texting suicide case in Massachusetts.
Michelle Carter Sentenced To 15 Months In Prison For Encouraging Boyfriend's Suicide
Michelle Carter's prison sentence for involuntary manslaughter in the texting death of her boyfriend Conrad Roy has been stayed while the sentence is on appeal.
Michelle Carter's Actions Then Failure To Act Led To Conviction, Legal Expert Says
WBZ-TV legal analyst Harry Manion wasn't surprised by the verdict.
Michelle Carter Guilty In Texting Suicide Trial
A juvenile court judge has found a Plainville teenager guilty of manslaughter after she was charged with sending her boyfriend a barrage of text messages encouraging him to kill himself.
Judge To Announce Decision In Michelle Carter Trial Friday
The judge in the trial of a Plainville teen accused of encouraging her friend's suicide will announce his decision in the case on Friday.
Keller @ Large: Social Media Can Be Poison
The Michelle Carter trial is teaching us all an important lesson - social media is poison unless handled with extreme care.
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Massachusetts family ran for cover during Illinois parade shooting
A family from Massachusetts was among dozens of people who ran for cover during the parade shooting in Illinois.
Man who fell off float in Winchester lake found dead
The search for a missing man in a Winchester lake ended with divers finding him dead 13 feet below the surface.
Boston Police say 13-year-old was driving car with loaded gun
Boston Police said they arrested a 13-year-old boy who was driving a car with a loaded gun late at night on the 4th of July.
Local musician's body pulled from Merrimac River
Robert "Bahama Bob" Urzi, 71, of Newburyport, was found Tuesday morning.
Green Line's C Branch will close for 12 days
Crews will replace tracks and shuttle passengers from Kenmore to Cleveland Circle.
NH Police arrest man after children left in car with loaded gun
Police found a backpack in the car with a loaded gun and a knife inside and accessible to the children.
Police looking for men involved in Chelsea shooting
Although there no one was hit, police found an abandoned black Volkswagen with bullet holes.
Boston dog walker gains Instagram following with photos of perfectly posed pups
Dog walker Steven Watson shares his secret to getting the packs of dogs to pose.
I-Team: Patriot Front has long history in Massachusetts
In 2019, three group members were arrested on assault charges after distributing racist flyers in East Boston.
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Massachusetts family ran for cover during Illinois parade shooting
A family from Massachusetts was among dozens of people who ran for cover during the parade shooting in Illinois.
Man who fell off float in Winchester lake found dead
The search for a missing man in a Winchester lake ended with divers finding him dead 13 feet below the surface.
Boston Police say 13-year-old was driving car with loaded gun
Boston Police said they arrested a 13-year-old boy who was driving a car with a loaded gun late at night on the 4th of July.
Local musician's body pulled from Merrimac River
Robert "Bahama Bob" Urzi, 71, of Newburyport, was found Tuesday morning.
Green Line's C Branch will close for 12 days
Crews will replace tracks and shuttle passengers from Kenmore to Cleveland Circle.
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Massachusetts reports 1,678 new COVID cases, 8 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 6.22%.
CDC: New listeria outbreak tied to 23 illnesses, 1 death
Two people from Massachusetts have gotten sick.
Massachusetts reports 1,915 new COVID cases, 8 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.85%.
Massachusetts reports 1,529 new COVID cases, 17 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.74%.
Study shows gas stoves could be leaking toxic chemicals
Researchers say some stoves are leaking unburned gas at low levels that could be toxic when released into the air.
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Rise of the Moors standoff: Where the cases stand now
It has been just about a year since an armed militia group called the Rise of the Moors held an hours long standoff with police on Route 95 in Wakefield.
I-Team: Cleanup finished at Chelsea hazardous debris pile
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I-Team: The problem behind Boston's unsolved murders
Unsolved murders are a growing concern nationwide.
I-Team: What happened to Debbie Melo?
Debbie Melo has now been missing for 22 years. Detectives say her husband has never been ruled out as a suspect.
I-Team: Teen accidentally shot himself in head running from police
A teen is in critical condition after accidentally shooting himself in the head while running from police, according to I-Team sources.
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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?
Keller @ Large: NATO expansion may add strain to relations with Russia
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is officially expanding, as Finland and Sweden are about to become full members.
Keller: State treasurer says Massachusetts should consider suspending gas tax
There is a difference of opinion on the possibility of suspending the gas tax, but treasurer Deb Goldberg said the state has the money to do it.
Keller: Supreme Court decision a reminder that not voting has consequences
Jon says the long-term impact of the court's ruling will be to remind apathetic voters that inaction has consequences.
Keller: Ads claim Congress will "break" Amazon Prime 2-day delivery
Have you seen those TV ads warning that Congress is poised to "break" the popular Amazon Prime two-day delivery service?
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Kohl's sale falls apart in shaky retail environment
Kohl's said Friday that it now expects sales to be down.
Bed Bath & Beyond accused of turning off AC in stores
A new report from Bank of America claims the company has cut air conditioning in an effort to lower expenses.
New Hampshire distillery turning invasive green crabs into whiskey
A New Hampshire distillery has come up with its newest concoction called "Crab Trapper" — whiskey flavored with invasive green crabs.
Gourmet Dumpling House set to close in Chinatown
Gourmet Dumpling House in Chinatown is about to close after 15 years.
Massachusetts-based Marathon Sports is being sold
Stores will continue to use the "Marathon Sports" branding.
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Sailing the coast with Maine Windjammer
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Luxury boutique hotels in Midcoast Maine
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Custom knives crafted in Cambridge
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Power ranking Patriots' positional groups ahead of 2022 season
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Jake DeBrusk no longer wants to be traded away from Bruins
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Demaryius Thomas had stage 2 CTE when he died
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Red Sox win 8th straight on Fourth of July, beat Rays 4-0
Boston matched its franchise record for consecutive July 4 wins.
Top Sox prospect Brayan Bello could make MLB debut Wednesday
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Bear 'showing no fear of humans' closes NH campground
A New Hampshire campground is closed until further notice due to a bear that is not afraid of humans, officials say.
Robot dog spotted working security on Boston Esplanade
Massachusetts State Police are using a Boston Dynamics robot at the Esplanade ahead of Monday's festivities.
Stone Zoo announces birth of baby porcupette
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New Hampshire distillery turning invasive green crabs into whiskey
A New Hampshire distillery has come up with its newest concoction called "Crab Trapper" — whiskey flavored with invasive green crabs.
Black fly season in Maine is lasting longer
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