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Who has the most snow in Massachusetts?
Plowable snow fell in several cities and towns across Massachusetts Sunday into Monday. Here are the latest totals.
When is the AFC Championship Game?
The Patriots have a date with the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship Game.
Mike Vrabel says Patriots not satisfied yet
Mike Vrabel has the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship Game in his first season coaching for the franchise where he won three Super Bowls.
Patriots beat Texans, advance to AFC Championship Game
The Patriots defeated the Houston Texans at Gillette Stadium on Sunday.
Drake Maye struggled, but came up with clutch throw to Boutte
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye had fumble issues against Houston, but made a critical touchdown pass in the fourth quarter to help put the game away.
Watch Marcus Jones' pick-six versus Houston
Marcus Jones had a big defensive play for New England, returning a C.J. Stroud pass for a touchdown in the second quarter.
Maine murder suspect arrested in N.H. after police chase that began in Mass.
A murder suspect from Maine was arrested on Saturday in New Hampshire after a police chase that began in Massachusetts.
Dogs abandoned at groomer now up for adoption from Massachusetts shelter
Save-A-Dog Sudbury was featured on this week's WBZ-TV Pet Parade.
Dunkin' changed its rewards points policy. It cost a loyal customer $260.
It took Aaron Braun years to get more than 93,000 Dunkin' rewards points, but after a policy change he's left with a fraction of that.
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Why do so many dog walkers leave poop bags on the ground?
Here's why what you do with that dog waste really does matter.
Here's why people moved out of Massachusetts in 2025
Massachusetts is once again one of the top "moved from" states in the country.
State taking deeds for homes affected by Cape bridge project
The homes will be affected by the Sagamore Bridge replacement on Cape Cod.
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Next Weather: WBZ morning forecast January 19, 2026
Jason Mikell has your latest weather forecast.
Next Weather: WBZ Evening Update For January 18
Lexie O'Connor has your latest weather forecast.
Dogs abandoned at groomer now up for adoption from Massachusetts shelter
Save-A-Dog Sudbury was featured on this week's WBZ-TV Pet Parade.
What to know about the Boston Wine & Food Festival
Nick Daddona, director of the Boston Wine & Food Festival, previews the event.
Massachusetts donut shop makes Patriots creations ahead of playoff game
Donut King in Weymouth made several Patriots donuts, including a Drake "Drake Maye" Maye treat.
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I-Team Investigations
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Dunkin' changed its rewards points policy. It cost a loyal customer $260.
It took Aaron Braun years to get more than 93,000 Dunkin' rewards points, but after a policy change he's left with a fraction of that.
Massachusetts woman frustrated with defective GE appliance is not alone
In the last three years, the Better Business Bureau has received thousands of complaints about GE.
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Drake Maye struggled versus Texans, but came up clutch with throw to Boutte
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye had fumble issues against Houston, but made a critical touchdown pass in the fourth quarter to help put the game away.
When is the AFC Championship Game between the Patriots and Broncos?
The Patriots have a date with the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship Game.
Mike Vrabel says Patriots not satisfied yet after win over Houston
Mike Vrabel has the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship Game in his first season coaching for the franchise where he won three Super Bowls.
Watch Marcus Jones' pick-six to give Patriots early lead over Texans
Marcus Jones had a big defensive play for New England, returning a C.J. Stroud pass for a touchdown in the second quarter.
Patriots beat Texans to advance to AFC title game
The Patriots area headed to the AFC Championship Game.
Former Patriots QB Jarrett Stidham to start AFC title game against New England
The former New England Patriots backup quarterback is set to take center stage with a berth in the Super Bowl on the line - and he will do it against his former team.
How to watch the Patriots vs. Texans divisional round game
The New England Patriots host the Houston Texans in a 2026 NFL playoff showdown tonight. The square off at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts with a berth in the AFC Championship on the line.
Bruins beat Blackhawks 5-2, extend winning streak to six games
Before the game, the Blackhawks honored their three Stanley Cup champion teams from the 2010s, with 29 players from those squads returning to pose with the Cup.
We asked Patriots fans to give motivational speeches. Here's what they said
Fans are buzzing in anticipation for the New England Patriots to face the Houston Texans on Sunday. When asked what they would say to the team in a pregame locker-room speech they did not hold back.
Health
State of denial: How insurance companies impact health care today
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
Doctors say vaccination is critical as flu cases rise in Massachusetts
Flu cases are rising rapidly, especially among kids in Boston, where hospitalizations of children under five have increased 150% over the last two weeks.
Flu surges across U.S. as doctor visits reach highest level since 1997
The CDC estimated there have been at least 11 million flu cases as of December 27.
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Why do so many dog walkers leave poop bags on the ground?
If you walk dogs you're expected to pick up after them. Here's why what you do with that waste really does matter.
Did Phillip Eng fix the MBTA? Reliability and passenger satisfaction are up.
Phillip Eng, the New Yorker who came out of retirement to fix the MBTA is getting rave reviews.
Why does Boston have such terrible sidewalks?
Sidewalks are an issue throughout Boston, including on one of the city's most well-known streets, despite a multi-million-dollar redesign plan.
I-Team
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Dunkin' changed its rewards points policy. It cost a loyal customer $260.
It took Aaron Braun years to get more than 93,000 Dunkin' rewards points, but after a policy change he's left with a fraction of that.
Massachusetts woman frustrated with defective GE appliance is not alone
In the last three years, the Better Business Bureau has received thousands of complaints about GE.
Emails mistakenly sent to I-Team show GE unwilling to replace defective oven
A home baker from Foxboro, Massachusetts is frustrated that the pricy oven she bought from GE wasn't working properly. Attempts to fix it failed.
Why don't all Massachusetts police departments have body cameras?
Eight states have laws making police body cameras mandatory. Massachusetts isn't one of them.
Mass. family charged for damaged rental car tire despite extra insurance
A Massachusetts family got stuck with a bill for a damaged tire on their rental car, even though they bought the extra coverage.
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Keller: Political battles now fought on government websites
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
New poll shows who voters blame for government shutdown
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
Keller: Sununu enters N.H. Senate race and that's bad news for Brown
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Keller: Moulton running against Markey in Senate race is about age
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Keller: Janet Mills enters Maine Senate race with a term limit promise
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
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Record sighting of right whales reported in Cape Cod Bay
A gathering of North Atlantic right whales off Massachusetts over the weekend appears to have set a new monthly record.
Why is there a rocketship on a downtown Boston roof?
A rocketship on a downtown Boston roof is part of the new Winteractive 2026 public art installation.
Neighbors say donut smell from Dunkin' supplier is overwhelming
The overpowering scent of Dunkin' donuts in the air has some Haverhill residents complaining.
Nearly 300 holiday inflatables on display at Worcester home
Alex Cornwell's display of nearly 300 Christmas inflatables is attracting visitors from around Massachusetts.
Inflatable Christmas decorations shot at in New Hampshire
Police are looking for whoever opened fire on inflatable Christmas decorations in Bow, New Hampshire.
New England Living
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Visiting luxury real estate along Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
Hermit Woods Winery in New Hampshire takes different approach to winemaking
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Luxury vistas provide amenities for everyone on the lake's edge in NH
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Boston home store shows how functionality and beauty can combine
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
Chef of Bakey in Boston shares how to make world-famous babka
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.