Police help deliver baby after couple in labor misses exit
First responders helped deliver a baby last month after a Walpole couple in labor missed their exit.
Somerville News
Somerville attorney charged with trying to bribe Medford police chief
The police chief, who is a member of the town's Cannabis Advisory Committee, reported the incident right away.
US Attorney's Office announces Somerville attorney will be charged with bribery
Sean O'Donovan is alleged to have tried to bribe Medford's police chief.
Sullivan Square road work will cause traffic delays for weeks
The midday traffic coming in through Sullivan Square reached the Encore casino in Everett on Wednesday.
New Incentives Offered With Lifeguard Positions Ahead Of Summer
Officials don't foresee another lifeguard shortage this summer.
Somerville Police Officer Wounded After 'Unintentional Discharge' Of Gun
Somerville Police are looking into how an officer was wounded when their gun went off unintentionally.
Decades After It Was Promised, MBTA Opens Green Line Extension Into Cambridge And Somerville
Residents in Cambridge and Somerville say the Green Line Extension is a game-changer.
Green Line Extension Raising Concerns Over Higher Rents In Somerville
The flurry of new apartments going up nearby shows that investors believe they've found a gold mine on the Green Line.
MBTA's Green Line Extension Opens With 2 New Stations
The first phase of MBTA's Green Line Extension is now open for riders.
Somerville Police Searching For 2 Suspects After Shooting
Three people have been arrested after a shooting at the Mystic Housing Development in Somerville Tuesday afternoon.
Police Search For Pair Who Left 'Hateful' Graffiti On Somerville Business
Police are looking for two people responsible for leaving "hateful" graffiti on a Somerville business.
Lowell Designer Stephanie Munoz Works To Uplift Black Men And Women Through Clothing
Stephanie Munoz's mission has always been to empower others – especially people of color.
'I'm Very Lucky': Driver Unscathed After Concrete Falls From I-93 Bridge, Smashes SUV
MassDOT crews are inspecting the Interstate 93 overpass in Somerville after a piece of concrete fell and smashed through the windshield of a passing SUV.
Somerville Board Of Health Votes Against COVID Vaccine Passport-Style System
On Thursday night, the city's Board of Health defeated the proposal by a count of two to one.
Shot Fired Through Car Window In Somerville, Driver Unharmed
The man driving had just left for work but he turned around because he forgot his lunch.
'It Just Seems Like Another Thing' Business Owners Worry As Somerville Considers Proof Of Vaccination Requirement
The plan has a lot of support in Boston, but business owners in Somerville are worried about how the new rule will impact their businesses.
Demand For COVID Vaccine Boosters Grows As 16, 17-Year-Olds Become Eligible
Just hours after the FDA approved Pfizer's booster shot for 16 and 17-year-olds, the CDC signed off too.
Police Locate Car Involved In Somerville Hit And Run
Police have located the car they believe was involved in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a 33-year-old man in Somerville, though no arrests have been made.
'Historically Low Level Of Blood': Red Cross Looking For Donors This Holiday Season
Their blood supply is the lowest it has been in ten years.
Man Seriously Injured In Hit And Run Crash In Somerville
State Police are investigating a hit and run crash that seriously injured a man in Somerville Monday night.
Shakeel Bodden Charged With Murder In Stabbing Death Of Sister's Boyfriend At Somerville Home
A 33-year-old man was stabbed to death at a home on Munroe Street in Somerville late Thursday night.
Black Lives Matter Mural Vandalized At Somerville Hair Salon
A Somerville hair salon owner wants answers after her window mural was tagged with graffiti Friday morning.
Welcome To 'Elfland': 8-Year-Old Somerville Boy Builds Miniature Community In Vacant Lot
"Elfland" is a colorful and quirky space that's been bringing the boy's family, and strangers in Somerville, lots of joy.
Somerville Dog 'Mayor Sparkle' Dies After Outpouring Of Support From Community
Sparkle, an 11-year-old dog known by many as the "mayor" of Somerville, has died.
Somerville Dog With Incurable Cancer Showered With Love From Community
Eleven-year-old Sparkle has a fan club.
Latest News From CBS Boston
GOP challenges Massachusetts' new mail-in and early voting law
Massachusetts' highest court heard arguments Wednesday in a Republican challenge to the state's new mail-in and early voting law.
Gardner brush fire believed to be sparked by fireworks
A brush fire on the Fourth of July Gardner was probably sparked by fireworks, authorities say.
NH bears "extraordinarily active"; campground still closed
A New Hampshire campground remains closed due to a bear that has shown "no fear of humans."
Amazon Prime members now get Grubhub+ free for one year
The food delivery membership is valued at $9.99 per month and will be offered to Prime members for free.
Flyers from 'pro-white' group show up at random homes in Ipswich, Hamilton
The Nationalist Social Club left flyers in plastic bags at random houses throughout both communities.
Nathan Carman, charged with killing mother at sea, seeks freedom
Attorneys for Nathan Carman filed a motion saying evidence against him is "tenuous" and he is not a flight risk.
Commuters likely to see MBTA service disruptions around North Station
The work spans only 1 mile, and the MBTA says upgrades on equipment riders don't see every day will make the system safer.
Unique cast of "1776" musical takes new look at U.S. history
A special cast is shaking up the classic musical "1776."
Meet the cast of 'Big Brother'
The summer reality hit announces 16 new houseguests to move into the "BB Motel" in a live 24th season premiere event
Latest News From CBS Boston
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GOP challenges Massachusetts' new mail-in and early voting law
Massachusetts' highest court heard arguments Wednesday in a Republican challenge to the state's new mail-in and early voting law.
Gardner brush fire believed to be sparked by fireworks
A brush fire on the Fourth of July Gardner was probably sparked by fireworks, authorities say.
NH bears "extraordinarily active"; campground still closed
A New Hampshire campground remains closed due to a bear that has shown "no fear of humans."
Amazon Prime members now get Grubhub+ free for one year
The food delivery membership is valued at $9.99 per month and will be offered to Prime members for free.
Flyers from 'pro-white' group show up at random homes in Ipswich, Hamilton
The Nationalist Social Club left flyers in plastic bags at random houses throughout both communities.
Health
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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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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.
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.
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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Chris Sale tosses 3.2 innings in rehab start with WooSox
Chris Sale flashed both his brilliant strikeout ability and some rust in what may be his final rehab start.
Bruins announce full schedule for upcoming 2022-23 season
It may be the middle of the summer, but hockey season is already on the horizon.
Baker Mayfield trade hurts Cam Newton's chances of returning to Panthers
With Cam Newton now lacking an NFL home for the third time in three years, it doesn't appear as though the Panthers will be the one to hire him this time around.
Don Sweeney gives David Krejci update
Since the end of the Bruins' season, murmurs of a David Krejci reunion have persisted. They're now sure to continue a bit longer.
Tiger Woods explains why he didn't play U.S. Open in Brookline
When it comes to playing golf for the foreseeable future, Tiger Woods -- arguably the greatest to ever play the game -- doesn't have many concerns.
Offbeat
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Tiny jellyfish with painful sting found off Rhode Island
Environmental officials in Rhode Island are warning residents about tiny jellyfish that pack a powerful sting.
NH bears "extraordinarily active"; campground still closed
A New Hampshire campground remains closed due to a bear that has shown "no fear of humans."
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