Snow will continue to fall, won't taper off until Tuesday evening
Snow will continue to fall at varying intensity throughout the rest of the day.
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Recent rain puts significant dent in Massachusetts drought status
In the last 7 days, the area of "extreme drought" dropped from 38% to just under 9%.
Thunderstorms, heavy downpours possible Thursday
The WBZ Weather Team is issuing a NEXT Weather Alert for the possibility of some heavy downpours and thunderstorms Thursday afternoon and evening.
21% of Massachusetts now considered in 'severe' drought
Drought conditions in Massachusetts have continued worsening in recent weeks.
Catch five planets lined up in the night sky for a few weeks
For the first time in 18 years, we will be able to see five planets, essentially lined up, in the east-southeast sky.
Is Summer Weather Around The Corner? Widespread 80s Possible Later Next Week After Cool Stretch
A cool stretch will persist for several days. . . but we should get to summer-like temperatures eventually.
2022 Hurricane Season May Be More Active Than Usual, Researchers Say
The first big hurricane forecast for 2022 has been released and, no surprise, it is for another very active season.
Clouds Will Dash Hopes At Seeing Aurora In News England Skies Wednesday Night
Wednesday is one of those special nights when folks in Massachusetts COULD get a glimpse of the dancing colors of an Aurora, but cloud cover will be heavy.
Arctic Shot Coming To New England; Wind Chill Forecast In Single Digits Tuesday For Some Areas
It'll be almost April next week, but feel like mid-January.
Up To 3 Inches Of Snow Possible For Much Of Massachusetts
Here we go again. Like a never-ending series of bad movies sequels, the snow is about to "strike back."
Warm Weekend Ahead Followed By Wet Weather And Potential Arctic Blast
With 50s and 60s coming Sunday and Monday, you have got to start to wonder, can we stick a fork in winter?
Start Of March Brings Below Average Temperatures, Several Chances For Snow
Spring is just around the corner, but this week temperatures will be below average with chances for snow.
Freezing Rain And Sleet Makes Driving Hazardous Friday
Temperatures will continue to drop overnight into the teens for areas north and west of Boston.
Blizzard Of 2022 Leaves More Than 2 Feet Of Snow In Several Massachusetts Towns
The Blizzard of 2022 is now official. Boston got 23.7 inches of snow Saturday, the second most ever for one day in January in the city's history.
Light Snow Thursday Followed By Bitter Cold Friday
Most of us will see some snow on Thursday morning, perhaps just enough in areas south of Boston to make for some slick travel on untreated roads.
Saturday's Playoff Opener Against Bills Could Be Third Coldest Game In Patriots History
Temperatures are expected to be in the single digits when the Patriots open the postseason against the Buffalo Bills.
Parts Of Massachusetts Hit With A Foot Of Snow Friday; Arctic Blast Coming Next Week
The "fluff factor" was real with Friday's snowstorm.
Cape Cod, Islands Could See Up To 3+ Inches Of Snow Monday Evening
Expect at most 1-to-3 inches across parts of the Cape and Islands, with perhaps a bit more over Nantucket.
After Light Snow, Sleet Hit Massachusetts, Wintry Mix Will Taper Off Sunday Morning
A sloppy, ugly system will continue to slowly grind its way across the area overnight before finally tapering off in the morning.
Snowfall In Massachusetts This Weekend Could Follow Record Warmth
Sixty degrees one day, snow the next? That sounds about right!
Sunshine Tracker: Sunsets Will Start Getting Later After Wednesday
Wednesday, December 8th is the earliest sunset of the year. This means, that as of Thursday, our sunsets will start getting later and later!
Patriots-Bills Forecast: Lake-Effect Snow Could Fall On Very Windy, Cold Monday Night Football Game In Buffalo
Mac Jones is about to get his first real taste of December football in adverse weather conditions.
December Weather Preview: Could Boston Have A White Christmas?
Winter has arrived. Here is a preview of what to expect in December.
Planetary Defense: NASA Launching First-Ever Test Mission To Redirect An Asteroid
This mission will give NASA valuable insight should we find ourselves on the brink of extinction one day in the future.
Thanksgiving Travel Forecast: Some Rain, But No Major Storms Next Week
As of this writing, there are not any major weather worries next week.
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Storm will bring heavy rain to Boston, snow up north
This will be a rainstorm for everyone in southern New England. Snowfall will be confined to the north.
5-year-old girl left on school bus alone for five hours in Dartmouth
A family is demanding answers after a 5-year-old girl was left alone on a school bus for hours Thursday in Dartmouth.
Cannabis Control Commission chair Shannon O'Brien accused of racist remarks
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Many Christmas tree farms already sold out; garden centers expect big weekend
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New "brain care score" from MGH can test your risk for dementia, stroke
The test is a simple series of questions that you can answer in a few minutes.
Can weight loss drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy cause heart problems?
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Tinnitus caused by auditory nerve damage, local researchers find
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Entering menopause later maintains muscle strength, study suggests
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Traffic pollution can raise a driver's blood pressure, study says
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I-Team: Companies fined by OSHA after worker deaths often have penalties reduced
Some companies fined by OSHA after worker deaths often end up getting their penalties reduced to the point where they're not effective.
I-Team: Boston is mapping "hollow sidewalks"
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I-Team: Brothel network suspect got more than $500,000 in COVID relief funds
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I-Team: Police draining resources with so many calls to Tewksbury Hospital
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Keller @ Large: The state of electric vehicles in Massachusetts
Consumer Reports is out with its new list of the most reliable cars. And while hybrids from many automakers scored well, electric vehicles did not.
Keller: Sports betting targeting college students a big fear for state regulators
Sports betting in Massachusetts is illegal for anyone under 21, but the college age gambler is a lucrative target.
Keller: Ron DeSantis, Sam Bankman-Fried headline 2023 national turkeys
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Jayson Tatum scored 21 points before he was ejected for arguing near the end of the third quarter and the Boston Celtics beat the depleted Philadelphia 76ers 125-119 on Friday night.
Captain Anthony Olson leads 14U Mattapan Patriots to National Championship
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