Stimulus Package Update: Congressional Leaders Move Closer To COVID Relief Deal
Key lawmakers are approaching a deal on an economic relief package that would include unemployment benefits, but not state and local aid or a liability shield.
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Stimulus Package Update: Are Politicians Finally Ready To Make A Deal?
With COVID cases spiking nationwide, and the economy set to feel the effects, politicians start to get more serious about a stimulus package.
Stimulus Package Update: Politicians Still Can't Agree On Type Of Aid Or How Much To Spend
Democrats and Republicans agree on the need for a stimulus package, but disagree on specifics like stimulus checks and and the overall cost.
Stimulus Package Update: What Will A Biden Administration Mean For More Aid?
Containing the COVID-19 pandemic and rebuilding the economy top the list for the incoming Biden administration, and a stimulus package will be a key component.
Stimulus Package Update: While Politicians Negotiate, Economic Damage Continues
With negotiations on a second round of stimulus ongoing, the chance of a package that can pass both the House and Senate seems remote.
Stimulus Package Update: Is A Deal Even Possible At This Point?
House Democrats and the Trump administration agreeing on stimulus terms isn't even the biggest obstacle to a stimulus package.
NH Senator Co-Sponsoring Bill To Protect Infants From Drugs
Republican New Hampshire Sen. Kelly Ayotte is co-sponsoring a bill that would address a growing number of infants being exposed to opioids while in the womb.
Opinion: History On The Senate Floor
Last week, Senator Mitch McConnell, the Republican Minority Leader in the Senate, did the stupidest thing any Senate Leader has done in the history of the Senate: He filibustered a bill he supported within a minute of introducing the legislation.
Opinion: GOP A Party Without A Plan
With one month to go before we reach the fiscal cliff, Republicans are going to have to figure out how to do something serious for a change instead of grandstanding and avoiding specifics.
Opinion: Pelosi Stays On As Leader, Continuing To Defy The GOP War On Women
She will remain the one woman in a leadership position in the room when important issues effecting women are negotiated over the next year and a strong reminder that Democrats stand with women and promote them to positions of power.
Opinion: Four More Years Of Gridlock
Even the most liberal of Democrats must agree that Obama's inability to get foes to work with him is severely impeding any progress this country.
Opinion: Economic Confidence Rises Despite Republican Efforts Against It
Republicans will continue to talk down the economy for the next two months specifically because they want the economy, and the country, to suffer in order to win an election.
Opinion: Republicans Vote For Denial Of Affordable Health Care Again
Tea Party zealots in Congress are obsessed with stripping people of their right and access to affordable care.
Opinion: Romney's Nixonian Secret Plans
Mitt Romney has provided no details, not even a hint, of what his immigration plan is. Either this is a lousy sales job, which is bad, or he has no idea there's a difference between running Bain Capital and running the nation, which is worse.
Republicans divided on tax cut extension
Latest News From CBS Boston
Suspect in custody after 6 killed, dozens wounded in mass shooting at Highland Park July 4th parade
Robert "Bobby" Crimo III was arrested after a police chase from North Chicago to Lake Forest. Charges are pending.
2 people shot outside Mojitos Country Club in Randolph
The two shooting victims were taken to a Boston-area hospital.
Divers to continue search Tuesday for missing boater in Winchester
Police said that a man in his 50s was reported missing from his boat Monday night.
2 residents forced out of Roslindale home after fire
Two residents were forced out of a home in Roslindale after a fire erupted at their home.
Early crowd on Esplanade secures spot for Boston Pops fireworks show
The Boston Pops refer to this spirited early-bird audience as their "Red, White, and Blue crew."
Security precautions welcomed by spectators at Esplanade for July 4th celebration
Massachusetts State Police said they were prepared for any type of emergency.
Supreme Court ruling impacts Mass. gun licensing rules
Attorney General Maura Healey released guidance Friday for police chiefs in the wake of the decision.
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.
New Orange and Red Line cars are back in service, MBTA says
The cars had been pulled out after an out-of-service car had a battery failure on June 20.
Latest News From CBS Boston
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Suspect in custody after 6 killed, dozens wounded in mass shooting at Highland Park July 4th parade
Robert "Bobby" Crimo III was arrested after a police chase from North Chicago to Lake Forest. Charges are pending.
2 people shot outside Mojitos Country Club in Randolph
The two shooting victims were taken to a Boston-area hospital.
Divers to continue search Tuesday for missing boater in Winchester
Police said that a man in his 50s was reported missing from his boat Monday night.
2 residents forced out of Roslindale home after fire
Two residents were forced out of a home in Roslindale after a fire erupted at their home.
Early crowd on Esplanade secures spot for Boston Pops fireworks show
The Boston Pops refer to this spirited early-bird audience as their "Red, White, and Blue crew."
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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.
I-Team
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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
The city had no idea it was there until WBZ-TV told them.
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.
Keller @ Large
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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?
Business News
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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.
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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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
The major league debut of top Red Sox pitching prospect Brayan Bello may be upon us.
Julian Edelman respects Joey Chestnut playing through pain
Fortunately for Jules, he won't have to endure any injury disappointment on the Fourth of July.
Joe Cardona finds one unfortunate parallel in military and NFL
Time was, the sport of football emulated life on the battlefield. That time, though, is long gone.
Adam Vinatieri's son decommits from UMass football
A.J. Vinatieri's commitment to UMass is no more.
Offbeat
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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
The baby's soft quills will harden over time
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
Maine's season for black flies appears to be taking up more of the year.