Dog's Lick Causes Blood Infection, Man Has Limbs Amputated
The dog lover contracted Capnocytophaga canimorsus, a bacteria found in dog saliva that can cause sepsis.
Wisconsin
Badgers Coach Greg Gard Talks Replacing Bo Ryan And His Head Coaching Journey
As part of the "Guiding Greatness" series presented by Delta Air Lines, Wisconsin men's basketball head coach Greg Gard talks about replacing Bo Ryan.
Rising Star: Wisconsin Forward Ethan Happ
Ethan Happ, now a redshirt freshman, is a starter for Wisconsin averaging 11.9 points, 7.8 rebounds, and a Big Ten-leading 1.8 steals.
Duke Tops Wisconsin 68-63 For National Title
Duke beat Wisconsin to win their fifth national title Monday night.
Rothstein: X-Factors To Watch In Duke-Wisconsin Championship Game
The Blue Devils have young talent that's ready to bolt for the NBA in a year or so, while Wisconsin's personnel has withstood the test of time.
Five Things: Duke Dominates And Badgers Beat The Unbeaten
The Blue Devils and Badgers play for the title tonight at 9:18 p.m. ET on CBS.
Keller @ Large: Why We Value Class
The reason we value class is it reflects on an inner character that no amount of money can buy.
Wisconsin Ousts Kentucky, Moves On To NCAA Championship
The Wisconsin Badgers beat the Kentucky Wildcats 71-64 Saturday to advance to the NCAA men's basketball finals.
Heisman Watch: Oregon's Marcus Mariota Will Win 2014 Heisman Trophy
Later this week the Heisman Trophy will add one new member to the most exclusive fraternity in sports. It is widely expected that Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota will hear his name announced as the 2014 Heisman Trophy winner, which would make him the first player in program history to win the highest individual honor in college football.
Heisman Watch: Conference Championship Games Set Stage For Big Moments From Heisman Favorites
This week's slate of conference championship games not only serves as an appetizer or opening round to the College Football Playoff, but it doubles as the grand stage for this year's top Heisman candidates to showcase their stuff and perhaps offer a signature Heisman moment before the votes are due.
College Football Spotlight: The Playoff Begins Now
The College Football Playoff will determine college football's first national champion in the new playoff model in January, but the real playoff begins this weekend.
Heisman Watch: Mariota And Gordon Leading The Race Down Final Stretch
Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota looks to be the favorite this season, but Wisconsin running back Melvin Gordon also has a decent shot to win the award. Everybody else may be playing for third place.
College Football Spotlight: A Time To Be Thankful For Rivalries
With Thanksgiving upon us, we should all take some time to think about what we are thankful for. There is plenty of drama to pay attention to this weekend, and that is something every college football fan can be thankful for.
Gile, WI Gets More Than Four Feet Of Snow In Three Days
The town of Gile, Winconsin has received about four feet of snow since Monday.
Heisman Watch: Wisconsin's Melvin Gordon Ready For Heisman Showdown With Abdullah
This week, Melvin Gordon leads the Wisconsin running game against another Heisman candidate and his ground game, Nebraska and Ameer Abdullah. The running back showcase should double as this week's Heisman Trophy Spotlight Game.
5 Must Watch College Football Games This Weekend
The first college football playoff rankings come out Tuesday so the Top 25 teams around the country are definitely looking to defend their ranking or move up by notching a big win. With that being said, let's take a look at the five most important and must watch college football games this weekend.
College Football Spotlight: Battered Big Ten Is Beleaguered, But Not Beaten Just Yet
Unfortunately for the Big Ten, the chance to prove itself on the national stage in 2014 has officially been missed.
Five Things: Kentucky And UConn To Play For Title
The wildest NCAA Tournament of the modern era culminates with an 8 seed versus a 7 seed for the championship. Kentucky, a 74-73 winner over Wisconsin on Saturday, will face Connecticut, which upset Florida 64-53.
Final Four: 2014 NCAA Tournament
Five Things: Miller Brothers Bounced And Florida Is Still The Favorite
Kentucky, the preseason No. 1 that entered the Big Dance unranked, has reached the Final Four as an eight seed. The Wildcats will face Wisconsin, which upset top seed Arizona in a thriller.
Elite 8: 2014 NCAA Tournament
Sweet 16: 2014 NCAA Tournament
Third Round: 2014 NCAA Tournament
Second Round: 2014 NCAA Tournament
Brewers' Khris Davis Looks To Prove His Power Is Real
Khris Davis of the Brewers showed his power potential in limited at-bats last season. Can he keep it going?
Latest News From CBS Boston
4-year-old in critical condition after falling out Dorchester window
A boy is in critical condition after he fell out a fourth floor window in Dorchester on Wednesday.
Faced by public backlash, MBTA adds shuttles, foreign language flyers
People who live and work in Chinatown expressed concerns that they would be left stranded by the original MBTA plan.
Worker hurt, car damaged by falling beam at Seaport construction site
Police are investigating after piece of metal fell and landed on a postal worker and his car as he drove by a construction site in Boston's Seaport District.
Most of our much-needed rain ended up out to sea
Our best chance of beneficial rain this week turned into a storm for the fish.
Search for missing swimmer who jumped off Vineyard bridge suspended
Massachusetts State Police suspended their search Wednesday for a missing swimmer who jumped off the Jaws bridge in Edgartown, after they were unsuccessful for a third day.
Inspectors think they know why Worcester highway sign fell
Another overhead sign will be taken down following an inspection.
English-only Orange Line signs create confusion in some neighborhoods
"If you want to be totally inclusive, then we should have that in mind putting these posters up."
Worcester has only school buses in state with high-tech extras
The city's new school buses feature collision mitigation, lane assistance and speed control.
I-Team: Falling debris latest problem at Suffolk Construction sites in Boston
Boston Inspectional Services ordered a work stoppage at the site on Wednesday.
Latest News From CBS Boston
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4-year-old in critical condition after falling out Dorchester window
A boy is in critical condition after he fell out a fourth floor window in Dorchester on Wednesday.
Faced by public backlash, MBTA adds shuttles, foreign language flyers
People who live and work in Chinatown expressed concerns that they would be left stranded by the original MBTA plan.
Worker hurt, car damaged by falling beam at Seaport construction site
Police are investigating after piece of metal fell and landed on a postal worker and his car as he drove by a construction site in Boston's Seaport District.
Most of our much-needed rain ended up out to sea
Our best chance of beneficial rain this week turned into a storm for the fish.
Search for missing swimmer who jumped off Vineyard bridge suspended
Massachusetts State Police suspended their search Wednesday for a missing swimmer who jumped off the Jaws bridge in Edgartown, after they were unsuccessful for a third day.
Health
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Reducing salt intake by a gram can reduce heart disease risk, study says
Reducing your salt intake by one gram a day could reduce your risk of heart disease, research finds.
When is the best time to get your flu shot?
There may be less immunity heading into this flu season which could lead to higher rates of infection.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
Over-the-counter hearing aids expected this fall
Millions of Americans will be able to buy hearing aids without a prescription later this fall, under a long-awaited rule finalized Tuesday.
Viral TikTok spreading misinformation about tampon ingredients
A TikTok video is spreading misinformation about an ingredient used in some tampons and it is causing real alarm among some viewers.
I-Team
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I-Team: Falling debris latest problem at Suffolk Construction sites in Boston
Boston Inspectional Services ordered a work stoppage at the site on Wednesday.
I-Team: Plan to clean air around Millis cement plant gives neighbors hope
Under new pressure from state environmental officials, a concrete plant in Millis has a plan to clear the air.
I-Team: Expert says MBTA "very close" to federal takeover
A rail safety expert told WBZ-TV a federal takeover of the MBTA could be right around the corner.
I-Team: Transportation expert blames management for Orange Line shutdown
The I-Team talked to experts who say the T should have been doing maintenance all along.
I-Team: Driver in I-495 standoff linked to stolen police uniforms
Investigators believe some of his uniform and equipment was stolen from a police supply store.
Keller @ Large
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Keller @ Large: Ads blaming Dems for inflation are only half-truths
With midterms approaching, inflation is politically toxic.
Keller: In race to replace Maura Healey, it may come down to ads
Three Democratic candidates are all trying to lay claim to the Healey brand.
Keller @ Large: The Trump of 2016 returns to Washington
Trump returned to the 2016 candidate with red-meat rhetoric on issues like crime, immigration and the 2nd Amendment.
Keller: The struggles of gay politicians in Washington, D.C.
Dover native James Kirchick recently published the book "Secret City: The History of Gay Washington," which looks at the struggles of gay people active in politics and the government.
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?
Business News
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SoulCycle plans to close 25% of studios
The closures could include spots in the Boston area.
Amazon to buy Roomba-inventor iRobot for $1.7 billion
The Bedford company was founded in 1990.
Wayfair struggling to keep shoppers gained at start of pandemic
Inflation has tapped out many shoppers who are slowing their spending on furniture.
These stores are lowering prices to attract inflation-weary shoppers
A glimmer of relief is emerging at the checkout aisle: the return of discounts.
Trader Joe's workers approve union drive in Hadley
It's the first Trader Joe's in the country with an employees union.
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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Revolution battle Toronto FC to 2-2 draw
Rennicks and McNamara score as Revolution earns point on the road.
Arroyo, Verdugo, Hill lead Red Sox over skidding Pirates, 8-3
Boston is four games behind Toronto in the race for the third and final AL wild-card spot.
Mac Jones is now friends with Brian Burns
There was a lot of bad blood between the Patriots and the Panthers during their joint practice sessions this week. However, none of it was between Mac Jones and Brian Burns.
Slater, McCourty explain why Pats and Panthers fought on Wednesday
When Matthew Slater arrives at work, he's not looking to get into any fights.
Resetting Patriots' depth chart at cornerback
With Malcolm Butler lost for the season, the battles on the cornerback depth chart will heat up over the final weeks of the summer.
Offbeat
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"River Dave," banned from New Hampshire site, moves to Maine
The hermit has found a new home in Maine.
Bear activity closes another New Hampshire campground
Another campground in New Hampshire's White Mountains is being shut down because of bears.
PHOTOS: Zoo jaguar keeps cool with frozen meat treat
Workers at the Stone Zoo had to get creative to cool off Seymour the jaguar.
Model rocket accident sparks fire at Topsfield athletic field
A family using model rockets accidentally sparked a two-acre fire in Topsfield.
Video shows hammerhead shark feeding right off Nantucket beach
It was a surprising sight for beachgoers on Nantucket.