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We're about to face some of the coldest weather of the year this weekend which means cranking up the heat. That leads to big bills for fuel, but there are some simple ways to save money.
Sweeping reforms in the banking industry have made it much tougher for college students to get their own credit cards, but experts say teens are finding ways to get around the new laws and it could be putting them and potentially their parents at risk.
There could also be a new drug to help patients with Parkinson's disease. Most of the drugs on the market right now only target the symptoms. But Paula Ebben shows us how a new approach could actually slow down the progression of the disease.
Between the aching back from shoveling and the dry skin from being inside, winter can be tough on our health.
Local doctors are launching a new study that could offer new hope for people who suffer from peanut allergies.
Be warned, finding a good deal on a flight is a lot more complicated than it was just a few weeks ago.
A firefighter was hit by a snow plow in Holbrook during the snowstorm on Wednesday morning.
Gift cards are not just for the holidays. They are also a great go-to present for birthdays, graduations, almost any celebration.
Is your New Year's resolution to lose weight and get in shape? There are new lines of workout clothes which now promise to improve your results.
It's been a tough couple of years when it comes keeping our finances straight. The start of a new year can be a good time to step back and make sure you are in the best position to achieve your objectives.
This past week has been a busy time at the customer service desk as all those presents that didn't quite work out are brought back to the store. Those returns could mean a deal for you.
The Glow Cap uses a flashing light and a ring tone to gently remind patients to take their medication.
We're used to our cell phones being "smart" and able to do just about anything. But the ones we are using today are about to become obsolete as we enter the next phase of the telecommunications revolution.
Electronics were a huge gift item again this year. That means there are a lot of folks out there with last year's iPod, phone or video game taking up space in the junk drawer. But there is a fast and easy way to turn that junk into cold, hard cash.
In a world where bigger is often seen as better, some people are saying "no thanks," and money is a big reason.
There is a growing pressure on men to have the perfect body.
When it comes to paying bills, most of us aren't interested in paying any more than we have to. But some companies are charging consumers an extra fee, if they pay their bill on that company's website, or on the phone.
You can work out. You can diet. But you might still have a little pouch of fat under your chin that just won't go away. It's even got a name: Turkey Neck.
It seems these days everyone is trying to reduce waste, and reusable grocery bags are more popular than ever. But some experts warn if these bags aren't properly cared for, they could put your family's health at risk.
With all the parties and holiday baking, this is a tough time of year not to add a few extra pounds. But with a little planning, you can have fun and avoid any regret later on.
Members only shopping sites have long been popular, but those offering VIP travel packages are the latest to launch.
When the temperatures dip below freezing, do you crank the heat, or put on an extra sweater?
If you're one of the 27 million Americans who play Fantasy Football, then you know it can be serious stuff; sometimes too serious.
It's one of the most infamous eyesores around, and a lot of WBZ-TV viewers are asking us to find out what's going on with the old "Faces" disco on Route 2 in Cambridge.
One of the victims seriously injured in last week's brazen shooting on Memorial Drive in Cambridge says he is grateful to be alive after being shot multiple times.
A Waltham, Massachusetts firefighter is recovering at home after suffering injuries from a falling tree.
A judge ordered Memorial Drive shooting suspect Tyler Brown to remain in custody after a dangerousness hearing Thursday.
The Memorial Day weekend weather forecast calls for rain at times but also chances for sun in the Boston area.
Aubry won the record $2 million prize for earning 8-of-11 votes in Wednesday night's finale of "Survivor 50."
The Memorial Day weekend weather forecast calls for rain at times but also chances for sun in the Boston area.
A judge ordered Memorial Drive shooting suspect Tyler Brown to remain in custody after a dangerousness hearing Thursday.
One of the victims seriously injured in last week's brazen shooting on Memorial Drive in Cambridge says he is grateful to be alive after being shot multiple times.
Frightening dashcam video shows a wrong-way crash on Route 3 in Chelmsford, Massachusetts.
Aubry Bracco was among the four finalists as "Survivor 50" came to a close on Wednesday.
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.
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."
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.
Jarren Duran's opposite-field two-run homer in the seventh inning rallied the Boston Red Sox to a 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night.
The Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 7-1 on Tuesday night.
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.
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.