Dickey Betts, co-founder of the Allman Brothers Band, dies at 80
Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, "Ramblin' Man," has died.
Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, "Ramblin' Man," has died.
Eleanor documented much of the chaos on "Apocalypse Now" in what would become one of the most famous making-of films about moviemaking, 1991's "Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse."
O.J. Simpson was famously acquitted in the 1994 slayings of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman.
WBZ TV's Paula Ebben reports.
Sarah-Ann Shaw, a legend at WBZ-TV and Boston's first Black woman TV news reporter, has died. She was 90 years old.
Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball manga series has sold millions of copies and was adapted into hugely popular animated TV shows, video games and films.
Richard Lewis, the actor and comedian known for his long-running stand-up career and recurring role in the hit HBO series "Curb Your Enthusiasm," is dead at 76.
Controversial singer-songwriter Toby Keith announced in June 2022 that he'd been undergoing treatment for stomach cancer.
Carl Weathers was a former NFL linebacker who became a Hollywood action movie and comedy star.
"You will always be in my heart! I love you Adam," Rick Harrison wrote after his son's death, alongside a broken-heart emoji.
David Soul played Detective Ken "Hutch" Hutchinson in the 1970s TV show "Starsky and Hutch."
Tom Smothers and his brother Dick performed as the Smothers Brothers and delighted audiences for decades.
Andre Braugher, known for roles in "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," "Homicide: Life on the Street" and "Men of a Certain Age," has died at the age of 61.
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
Henry Kissinger, known for his practice of "realpolitik," was credited with helping thaw relations between the U.S. and China. But he was also accused of alleged war crimes.
Dex Carvey, the son of comedian Dana Carvey, died of an accidental overdose, his family announced in a statement.
Maryanne Trump Barry retired from her role as a federal appeals court judge in 2019.
Knight, one of the winningest coaches in NCAA history, coached at Indiana for three decades.
Matthew Perry rose to fame with his iconic role as Chandler Bing on "Friends," beloved for his eccentric mannerisms and quirky personality.
Roundtree's career in film and television spanned more than 50 years and included five "Shaft" movies.
Somers was most famous for her role as Chrissy Snow on the beloved 1970s sitcom "Three's Company."
Piper Laurie had stepped away from acting for many years when director Brian De Palma called her about playing the deranged mother of Sissy Spacek in "Carrie."
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Former Smash Mouth lead singer Steve Harwell died early Monday at his home in Boise, Idaho, a representative confirmed to CBS News.
U.S. News and World Report put out its annual list of top-ranked high schools, and Massachusetts is well represented.
Warmer weather is prime time for ticks that can carry Lyme disease and other illnesses. Here's how to spot them and get rid of them.
Ming Tsai demonstrates how to cook a traditional Chinese street food - Ming's bings.
A Boston College professor thinks a rise in teen suicide, anxiety and depression are linked to limits on kids' freedom.
Karen, a "vibrant and beloved ostrich" at the Topeka Zoo, died after swallowing keys she nabbed from a staffer, the zoo announced on Facebook last week.
A Boston College professor thinks a rise in teen suicide, anxiety and depression are linked to limits on kids' freedom.
Massachusetts is well represented in the new list from U.S. News and World Report.
E-bikes are popping up everywhere in the Boston area and a man who loves them will let you ride one for a week for free.
Gov. Healey is knocking down a suggestion from her transportation secretary to consider tolls at the Massachusetts border.
Jury selection in the murder trial of Karen Read took place again Monday as the process nears completion.
Members of Gen-Z believe they are aging faster than other generations, but is that true?
Scientists are making progress in using less toxic immunotherapy instead of traditional chemotherapy to fight cancer.
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.
A Townsend woman was scammed into believing a famous actor was in love with her. Then the case took on a potentially more sinister turn.
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.
Massachusetts State Sen. Peter Durant weighed in on budget concerns in Massachusetts.
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.
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.
Ming Tsai demonstrates how to cook a traditional Chinese street food - Ming's bings.
Founded out of love, Rustic Marlin is a home décor and lifestyle brand with a unique origin story in Massachusetts.
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
For over 85 years, Weston Theater Company has been creating engaging, entertaining, and inspiring theater.
Auston Matthews scored on a breakaway to snap a third-period tie with eight minutes left, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 3-2 on Monday night to knot their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.
Eliot Wolf is the Patriots' main decision-maker at the moment, but team president Jonathan Kraft is also reportedly "heavily involved" in the team's pre-draft process.
Want to know if it's going to be Swayman or Ullmark in net for the Bruins on Monday night? Jim Montgomery doesn't have an answer for you, but the B's head coach had plenty of jokes.
Less than a week after setting a new personal best at the 128th Boston Marathon, former Bruins captain Zdeno Chara dominated the London Marathon.
While there wasn't much drama for most of Celtics-Heat Game 1, things got pretty heated with just over a minute left when Jayson Tatum was hip-checked by Miami's Caleb Martin.
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.