Mage wins 149th Kentucky Derby amid controversy over horse deaths
A string of horse deaths cast a pall for some Kentucky Derby-goers on a mostly cloudy and warm day.
A string of horse deaths cast a pall for some Kentucky Derby-goers on a mostly cloudy and warm day.
Essential Quality entered the week as the favorite to win but drew the 14th position Tuesday. The last time a horse won from that spot was Carry Back in 1961.
Fans will be in the stands for the 146th running of the Kentucky Derby. Spectators will be allowed inside Churchill Downs come Sept. 5 -- under some strict guidelines.
While this year's Kentucky Derby may have been historic, the disqualification of Maximum Security actually led to a lot of gloomy faces at Suffolk Downs.
Maximum Security led the Kentucky Derby every step of the way except for the last one — into the winner's circle.
After a year away from all the fun at Churchill Downs, Tom Brady was back at the Kentucky Derby this year. And the Patriots quarterback had plenty of friends by his side.
Without Omaha Beach, the 2019 Kentucky Derby field gets more competitive, with Game Winner, Improbable and Roadster all favorites.
Five-time Kentucky Derby winning trainer Bob Baffert enters the weekend with the top three horses in the field according to oddsmakers.
Justify won the Kentucky Derby by 2½ lengths on Saturday, becoming the first colt in 136 years to win after not racing as a 2-year-old.
Justify is the favorite for Saturday's race, but there are a few other horses to consider as well.
This year's Kentucky Derby will be missing some of its star power.
Despite having just three starts under his belt, Justify enters the 144th running of the Derby as the favorite.
What could have been an epic weekend for the name Gronkowski will never be.
When Rob Gronkowski goes to this year's Kentucky Derby, he won't just be there as a casual spectator.
We aren't certain what the future holds for Rob Gronkowski, but we know a horse that shares his name will be running in the Kentucky Derby.
The Kentucky Derby is a who's-who of celebrities and athletes each year. And, as is often the case, Tom Brady and friends are enjoying the weekend at Churchill Downs.
Tom Brady is heading to the Kentucky Derby, and once again he's bringing some friends.
Irish War Cry is my pick to win the 2017 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs this Saturday. He is the sole entry with two superior performances on his record this year.
The three-year streak of short-priced winners in the Kentucky Derby is likely coming to an end this Saturday, May 6 at Churchill Downs in Louisville.
The most probable result for this Saturday's Preakness is a repeat of the Derby and there will be value in playing the top two from the Kentucky Derby in Nyquist and Exaggerator.
Adolfo was on the call this year for the 142nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
The California-based Nyquist added a Kentucky Derby win to his already stellar resume at Churchill Downs on Saturday. Nyquist made it a perfect eight wins from eight career starts and handed his doubters a definitive statement proclaiming himself a potential superstar.
Nyquist has won the 142nd running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs Saturday in Louisville.
Toucher & Rich played one last round of 'Race Horse or Bad Local Band?' before the Kentucky Derby.
Handicappers will call Nyquist - the favorite in this Saturday's Kentucky Derby - a bad bet because he will offer little value at odds that could go as low as 2-1.
Tortured no more fans are soaking up every last line of Taylor Swift's new album.
Here we go again with another Celtics-Heat playoff series, which will tip off Sunday in Boston.
Brayan Bello allowed one hit in six innings, Rob Refsnyder hit his first home run of the season and the Boston Red Sox breezed past the struggling Pittsburgh Pirates 8-1 on Friday night.
The Celtics and the Miami Heat are set to square off for the third straight postseason, with Boston looking to avenge last year's loss in the Eastern Conference Finals as it begins its quest for an 18th NBA championship.
Students at Boston University took to the streets Friday, protesting violence in the Middle East, claiming school officials are staying silent ignoring the needs of Palestinian students.
A truck landed on top of several parked cars after it crashed into a building in Brockton on Friday morning.
Believe it or not, according to data from the Tax Foundation, Massachusetts ranks better than 13 other states.
A person self-immolated at a park across from the courthouse where former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial is taking place.
Businesses near TD Garden in Boston are preparing for a jam-packed weekend, with the Bruins and Celtics both starting the playoffs.
Boston marked 109 years since the Armenian Genocide began with a commemoration at the State House, where a 110-year-old genocide survivor was also honored.
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
A new study finds that exercise may help reverse aging by reducing the buildup of fat.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Mass General Hospital will add 94 inpatient beds by 2027.
Researchers in Singapore looked at whether or not plant-based meat alternatives provided the same health benefits as real meat.
State contracts obtained by the I-Team show taxpayers are paying tens of millions of dollars to hotels for rooms and food.
A fourth-grade teacher at an elementary school in Cambridge is facing child rape charges.
William Foley Jr., a five-time drunk driver who lost his license after a fatal crash in 2001, is back behind bars after an I-Team investigation.
The IRS Criminal Investigation unit helps go after violent criminals, including some right here in Boston.
A pet DNA testing company out of New Hampshire linked dog breeds to a human sample – twice.
According to ADL's annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents, Massachusetts had the fifth most incidents in the country last year, up a shocking 189 percent over 2022.
"It's the golden goose," said Rooney of Boston's commercial property taxes, which provides a large percentage of the city's annual revenue.
MBTA General Manager Phil Eng gets high marks for improving the T's management and culture, but there's a lot of red ink that needs to be dealt with, says WBZ-TV's Jon Keller.
As Beacon Hill struggles to deal with a surge of homeless migrants, Governor Maura Healey finds herself dealing with another surge -- of political outrage over reports of migrant crime.
A new study of driving automation technology says 11 of 14 systems performed poorly under optimal road conditions.
April 20, 2024 is Record Store Day. See which record shops in Massachusetts are participating.
Boston Dynamics' latest robot is ready to "exceed human capabilities," the company says.
Rising costs are forcing small businesses located on Boston's Massachusetts Avenue to close.
Boston-based box wine brand Alileo teamed up with Caffe Nero to launch a coffee and wine experience in Massachusetts.
Today is Patriots' Day in Massachusetts. Here's what to know about the celebrations and what's open and closed for the holiday.
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
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Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
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Here we go again with another Celtics-Heat playoff series, which will tip off Sunday in Boston.
Brayan Bello allowed one hit in six innings, Rob Refsnyder hit his first home run of the season and the Boston Red Sox breezed past the struggling Pittsburgh Pirates 8-1 on Friday night.
The Celtics and the Miami Heat are set to square off for the third straight postseason, with Boston looking to avenge last year's loss in the Eastern Conference Finals as it begins its quest for an 18th NBA championship.
The Boston Bruins may have found just the solution to their playoff slump: A first-round matchup with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
The Red Sox have called up reliever Cam Booser, who will get his first taste of the majors at the age of 31.
The 2024 cicada broods will not be emerging in Massachusetts - but the buzzing bugs are set to appear here in 2025.
A pair of vultures thought to be "actively dying" actually had too much to drink, wildlife rescuers in Connecticut say.
A fluffy pile of golden retrievers took over the Boston Common in memory of Spencer the marathon dog.
The thick fog made for an eerie sight as the Mayflower II crossed the Cape Cod Canal.
A piece of decades-old military equipment washed up on a Cape Cod beach last week.