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Boston and Gillette Stadium selected as host location for 2026 World Cup
The World Cup is coming to Massachusetts.
Report: Robert Kraft Willing To Shift Gillette Stadium Back To Natural Grass For World Cup
As part of Robert Kraft's pitch to host World Cup matches in 2026, the Patriots owner is willing to switch the field back to natural grass.
Tajon Buchanan Named To Canada Men's National Team For World Cup Qualifiers
Revolution midfielder Tajon Buchanan has been called in to the Canada Men's National Team, and will face off against his New England teammate Matt Turner in September.
John Henry, FSG Under Fire From Liverpool Fans For Super League Decision
Liverpool fans are not at all happy with Fenway Sports Group's decision to join the newly created Super League.
U.S. Advances To World Cup Final Behind Goals From Press And Morgan, PK Save By Naeher
The United States women will be playing for World Cup glory on Sunday, after punching their ticket to the World Cup Final with a 2-1 semifinal win over England on Tuesday.
2019 Women's World Cup: USWNT Match Schedule, Odds And Things To Know
The Women's World Cup starts today! Get up to speed before the USWNT takes on Thailand on June 11th.
President Trump Credits Robert Kraft For Suggesting World Cup In U.S.
North America will be hosting the World Cup in 2026, and on Tuesday, President Donald Trump remarked that Patriots and Revolution owner Robert Kraft deserves some credit for the event returning to the U.S.
France Wins 2nd World Cup Title, Beats Croatia 4-2
France won its second World Cup title by beating Croatia 4-2 on Sunday.
World Cup Style Soccer Tournament Kicks Off In Boston
A World-Cup style soccer tournament has kicked off in Boston.
President Trump Thanks Robert Kraft For Helping Secure World Cup
According to President Trump, Patriots and New England Revolution owner Robert Kraft gave him "excellent advice."
North America Awarded 2026 World Cup; Gillette Stadium Possible Venue
World Cup games will be hosted in the United States, Mexico and Canada in 2026.
World Cup Preview: How To Watch, When It Starts, Favorites
The Americans won't be playing in the World Cup, but there's still plenty of good soccer to be watched in the coming weeks.
Building Explodes During Soccer Game On Live TV [VIDEO]
It's rare to see a building explode on live TV. It's even more incredible to see it during a sporting event.
USA Beats Japan, Wins Women's World Cup
After reeling off four early goals, the USA maintained their lead and beat defending champion Japan 5-2 to win the Women's World Cup on Sunday.
Boston's Best Bars To Watch The Women's World Cup
Cheer for your favorite team at a local Boston sports pub!
FIFA President Sepp Blatter To Resign
The investigation into FIFA has finally caught up to Sepp Blatter.
Would Take UN Intervention, Worldwide Outrage For FIFA To Move Qatar World Cup
The world of soccer has been thrown into a corruption scandal, but don't expect any changes to the World Cup venues, according to Jason Davis.
Bertrand: FIFA Corruption Crackdown Should Serve As Cautionary Tale To Other Leagues
98.5 The Sports Hub's Marc Bertrand believes the FIFA corruption crackdown is a warning sign to other leagues.
FIFA Corruption: Soccer Officials Arrested In Zurich; World Cup Votes Probed
Seven soccer officials were arrested and 14 indicted Wednesday in a U.S. corruption probe.
5 Sports Events More Surprising Than Beck Winning Album Of The Year
Let's take a look at five events in sports over the last year more surprising than Beck's shocking GRAMMYs Album of the Year win.
Revolution Pursuing Midfielder Jermaine Jones
The Revolution are on their bye week, but could be making a major move on the field.
A Travel Guide To London, England
Read on for a visitor's guide to transportation, dining, hotels and the top attractions in London.
6 Stars Of The World Cup, Where Are They Now?
That guy who bit that other guy, what's he up to?
6 Worst Injuries Of The 2014 World Cup
Sometimes they aren't just crying wolf.
Latest News From CBS Boston
Keller: January 6 hearings fuel skepticism of Trump, poll finds
Jon says if Trump partisans thought the hearings would be a harmless dud, it's time to think again.
Russian-owned Boston hair salon sponsors Ukrainian refugee, daughter
Zena Rose owner Marina Melnikova has never forgotten the kindness shown to her when she arrived as a refugee.
Museum of Fine Arts agrees to first union contract with workers
The deal is the first since museum workers voted to join a union in November 2020.
Next Weather: What to expect on July 4th weekend
Things are looking promising for most of the upcoming holiday weekend.
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.
Neil Diamond musical performances canceled in Boston due to COVID
The Emerson Colonial Theatre said many cast members had COVID and the show simply could not go on.
Worcester State Rep. accepts plea deal in drunk driving arrest
State Rep. David LeBoeuf will lose his license for 45 days and will be forced to pay $600 in fines.
Shark sighting in Truro temporarily closes beach
It's that time of year again on Cape Cod.
Demolition of Norwood Hospital, ruined by 2020 flood, underway
The hospital has been closed since it flooded in June 2020 when nearly six inches of rain fell in just a few hours.
Latest News From CBS Boston
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Keller: January 6 hearings fuel skepticism of Trump, poll finds
Jon says if Trump partisans thought the hearings would be a harmless dud, it's time to think again.
Russian-owned Boston hair salon sponsors Ukrainian refugee, daughter
Zena Rose owner Marina Melnikova has never forgotten the kindness shown to her when she arrived as a refugee.
Museum of Fine Arts agrees to first union contract with workers
The deal is the first since museum workers voted to join a union in November 2020.
Next Weather: What to expect on July 4th weekend
Things are looking promising for most of the upcoming holiday weekend.
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.
Health
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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.
Massachusetts reports 8 additional COVID deaths over 3 days, 1,319 new cases
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.63%.
Massachusetts reports 3,491 new COVID cases over 3 days, 9 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.37%.
Newest Omicron subvariants infecting people who should have immunity
That said, the vaccines still provide significant protection against severe disease.
Massachusetts reports 1,700 new COVID cases, 6 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.53%.
I-Team
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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.
I-Team: Teen accidentally shot himself in head running from police
A teen is in critical condition after accidentally shooting himself in the head while running from police, according to I-Team sources.
I-Team: Mother blames son's death on negligence of Watertown facility
A Watertown facility is facing new allegations from a Braintree mother who says her quadriplegic son died as a result of the home's negligence.
I-Team: Removal of hazardous debris in Chelsea nearly complete
MassDOT says it is ahead of schedule removing hazardous soil it dumped in Chelsea.
UMass gender pay gap increases between top paid men and women
Three years after UMass officials were alerted to significant gender pay gaps, the inequity has only gotten worse.
Keller @ Large
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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?
Will Massachusetts lawmakers finally find a sports betting solution?
The countdown is on as Massachusetts lawmakers enter the final six weeks of the legislative session. So will sports betting finally make it across the finish line?
Keller: FBI eyes 'dangerous' website mapping Mass. organizations with ties to Israel
"This is a Jewish hit list," says Robert Trestan, regional director of the Anti-Defamation League of New England.
Business News
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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.
Stocks falling, but economist says it's 'too soon to panic'
Stocks are falling, interest rates are rising and prices are skyrocketing, but an economist says it's too soon to panic.
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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Guerrero's run-scoring hit in 9th leads Toronto over Boston
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit a game-winning single in the ninth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays rallied to beat the Boston Red Sox 6-5 on Tuesday night.
Will Hardy leaving Celtics for Jazz head coaching job
Will Hardy is leaving the Celtics to become the new head coach of the Utah Jazz.
Revolution sign Tommy McNamara to contract extension
Tommy McNamara will remain a mainstay in the Revs lineup through 2024.
Draymond Green frustrated he couldn't swear back at Celtics fans
Draymond Green would have loved to throw some four-letter words back at Celtics fans during the NBA Finals, but he didn't want to pay the hefty price it would have cost him.
Celtics showing "degree of interest" for Knicks guard Alec Burks
The Celtics are reportedly among the teams that has shown interest in trading for veteran Alec Burks.
Offbeat
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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.
Black fly season in Maine is lasting longer
Maine's season for black flies appears to be taking up more of the year.
'Huge' great white shark spotted from boat in Cape Cod Bay
A boat was pulling lobster traps in when people on board spotted a big shark.
WATCH: Connecticut woman finds bear inside her house
A Connecticut woman came home this week to find a bear in her kitchen.
World's largest chicken nugget made in Massachusetts
History was made in Massachusetts recently when two TikTok stars created the world's largest chicken nugget.