Demolition Begins, 'Disaster Tourists' Told To Stay Away
It's a day for demolition in western and central Massachusetts, two days after the region was hit by three deadly tornadoes.
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It's a day for demolition in western and central Massachusetts, two days after the region was hit by three deadly tornadoes.
The National Weather Service confirmed Thursday that at least three tornadoes touched down in central and western Massachusetts.
When the storm hit Westfield, many residents were still on the roads returning from work. The Mayor says timing of the storm may have been a good thing.
A West Springfield woman was killed when her roof caved in while she was protecting her daughter in their bathtub during Wednesday's tornado outbreak.
In all, 18 communities sustained serious damage from a tornado outbreak in Massachusetts on Wednesday, but perhaps the hardest hit area was Brimfield.
Wednesday's tornado outbreak is likely the most violent weather event to occur in Massachusetts in many of our viewers' lifetimes.
Debris from Wednesday's tornadoes flew farther than just a couple of neighborhoods.
Russell Bressette rushed to his basement, clasped to a couple embedded pipes, and held tight as a tornado ripped apart the home above him Wednesday night.
Tornadoes and several severe thunderstorms tore through parts of western and central Massachusetts on Wednesday, claiming four lives and leaving a tremendous amount of damage in a number of communities.
While many people have started to clean up after the tornadoes, there are others who are still looking for family and friends.
Several tornadoes touched down in Massachusetts Wednesday afternoon, killing at least four people and damaging property across more than a dozen communities.
Several tornadoes touched down in western and central Massachusetts on Wednesday, killing at least four people and damaging property in 19 communities.
At least two tornadoes have touched down in Sturbridge in a matter of hours, causing widespread damage.
Peter Judge of the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency confirms that the agency has confirmed fourth deaths in Wednesday's tornadoes.
What's it like to live through a tornado? One caller shares her experience.
It has been an extremely deadly, dangerous and record breaking tornado season.
When we see storm damage like that left behind in Missouri, it is often the result of several tornadoes touching down in multiple spots.
A Massachusetts animal shelter is pitching in to help some of the most helpless victims of the tornadoes in the south.
One of the largest tornado outbreaks in recent history occurred this past weekend with close to 200 tornadoes moving from the Plains to the Gulf to the Carolinas.
Long Point beach on Martha's Vineyard was closed all weekend after swimmers got caught in a rip current.
Boston weather forecast maps show where heavy rain and storms are expected Sunday night into Monday.
Andruw Monasterio hit a ground-rule double to lead off the eighth and scored the go-ahead run on Connor Wong's double-play grounder as the streaking Boston Red Sox edged the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2.
A 67-year-old man has been charged after allegedly kidnapping and raping a door-to-door saleswoman in Everett, according to the Middlesex District Attorney's office.
It was a picture-perfect day as thousands of Pan-Mass Challenge bikers rode into the Mass. Maritime Academy for day one of the ride.
Boston weather forecast maps show where heavy rain and storms are expected Sunday night into Monday.
Long Point beach on Martha's Vineyard was closed all weekend after swimmers got caught in a rip current.
Massachusetts Congressman Jim McGovern addressed criticism of Democratic party leaders and federal funding battles with President Trump.
Another teenager has died following a tragic crash involving a stolen car in Abington, Massachusetts.
A 67-year-old man has been charged after allegedly kidnapping and raping a door-to-door saleswoman in Everett, according to the Middlesex District Attorney's office.
Several people in New Hampshire have cyclospora infections linked to Taylor Farms lettuce.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Massachusetts is reporting cases of cyclosporiasis, a disease caused by a stomach parasite that can lead to "explosive" diarrhea.
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.
An I-Team investigation into a brazen case of alleged land theft in Concord, Massachusetts has led to criminal charges nearly two years later.
With the Brigham and Women's Hospital nurses strike looming, some parents of newborns in the NICU are sounding the alarm.
A Malden, Massachusetts woman said National Grid took more than $28,000 out of her bank account for a gas bill that she didn't owe.
A Massachusetts family thought their Vrbo stay would be protected after they had to cancel their trip to Hawaii due to severe weather. Now they're out $12,000.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
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."
Panera Bread is moving its headquarters from St. Louis to Weston, Massachusetts.
Breaking Grounds Cafe, a Peabody, Massachusetts coffee shop known for employing people with disabilities, is closing.
The buildings that house the Somerville Theatre and the Capitol Theatre in Arlington, Massachusetts are for sale.
Golden Temple and Party Favors in Brookline are closing after a combined 100 years in business.
There are no more Hooters restaurants left in Massachusetts.
Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House has become one of New England's most imaginative seaside estates.
Blending clean modern lines with the warmth of a classic seaside retreat, this stunning North Shore coastal home was designed to feel both elevated and inviting.
Set across thirty acres of rolling lawns, wooded trails, and contemporary outdoor art, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum invites visitors to experience art in the landscape.
James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Karen Akunowicz has become known for her bold, Italian-inspired cooking and unmistakable culinary voice.
Just a short drive from Newport, the Norman Bird Sanctuary spans 300 acres of fields, forests, and coastal trails with sweeping views and more than six miles of hiking paths.
Andruw Monasterio hit a ground-rule double to lead off the eighth and scored the go-ahead run on Connor Wong's double-play grounder as the streaking Boston Red Sox edged the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2.
Ceddane Rafaela's go-ahead two-run homer highlighted a five-run seventh inning and the Boston Red Sox rallied after blowing an early lead to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-4 on Friday night in the series opener.
Romo was arrested in Wisconsin last week, accused of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
Wilyer Abreu and Wilson Contreras homered on back-to-back pitches in the eighth inning as the Boston Red Sox rallied to beat the Athletics 5-4 on Thursday night.
New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte has been shining in training camp despite offseason trade rumors.
Natick says it is installing a new floating boardwalk across Pickerel Pond.
Rising ocean temperatures are drawing more hammerhead sharks to New England waters, researchers say.
Some of the oldest military veterans in Massachusetts were honored with special flights on Friday in a World War II-era aircraft.
After marrying Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, Adam Sandler went to Nantucket in search of a basketball court.
An injured hiker had to be carried off a New Hampshire mountain on a stretcher, but that didn't stop her from getting engaged.