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Some snowflakes; Lowell school lockdown; Maine mass shooting hearing; Milton rejects housing plan
Some snowflakes; Lowell school lockdown; Maine mass shooting hearing; Milton rejects housing plan
Escaped murder suspect re-arrested; Milton affordable housing; Vineyard ferry reservations; NEXT Weather forecast
Rents over the last two decades have risen much faster than employee pay, contributing to an escalating homelessness crisis in the U.S.
Gov. Maura Healey's proposed "Affordable Homes Act" hopes to make owning a home in Massachusetts more attainable for first-time homebuyers.
The average interest rate on a typical mortgage is now 7.49%, worsening the nation's housing affordability crunch.
Home prices have jumped so much that Americans must pay a third of their income on housing, according to one study.
WBZ-TV's Paula Ebben reports.
Each home contains a bedroom, kitchen and bathroom.
WBZ-TV's Chris Tanaka reports.
WBZ TV's Breana Pitts reports.
A new building opening in the city's South End is offering rental options not seen here before.
Massachusetts is making more than $46 million in grants to support a dozen shovel-ready housing projects across the state that will bring create hundreds of new affordable units.
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh announced millions of dollars in funding for affordable housing in the city Friday morning.
Massachusetts hasn't had rent control since the mid-90s.
Jon Keller interviews Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll on key 2019 election issues.
By nearly any measure, the Massachusetts economy is booming. Thousands of jobs are being created and unemployment is at historic lows. The flip side? Try finding a place to live that won't break the budget.
Should it be easier for cities and towns to change zoning within their community? Governor Baker is backing a bill to do just that.
Affordable housing is a critical issue that is going from bad to worse in many Massachusetts communities. One developer is thinking outside the box to find a solution.
The blasting has begun in Woburn on an apartment project the city has fought for years.
Quality affordable housing is so rare in the city that The Beverly received nearly 6,000 applications for a lottery last fall.
An alarming new study finds people earning a minimum wage can't pay for a two-bedroom apartment anywhere in America.
High prices, bidding wars and cash investors have made house hunting a frustrating experience for all but the very wealthy in Boston and many of the suburbs.
Many housing issues the City of Boston is dealing with have been happening for decades.
Amazon and the possibility of its second headquarters coming to Boston is generating a lot of mixed reaction.
Democratic Somerville Mayor Joe Curtatone joined Jon Keller to discuss current events and politics on Sunday.
A Massachusetts sports memorabilia collector is disappointed after he spent thousands of dollars to get Tom Brady's autograph.
Tyler Freeman and Bryan Rocchio had RBIs in the seventh inning when Cleveland finally scored against Boston's Tanner Houck, and José Ramírez homered as the Guardians kept up their scorching start with a 4-1 win over the Red Sox on Tuesday night.
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's trial in New York heard testimony from a former media executive about his efforts to bury negative stories about Trump before the 2016 presidential election.
Michael MacNeilly, 28, a Manchester, New Hampshire, police officer faces multiple misdemeanor charges, including six counts of simple assault.
Highland Avenue is legendary in Somerville for potholes, double parking and poor design. Now a bumper sticker is calling out the city.
Pro-Palestinian Emerson College students say they are determined to stay in a small tent city they created in alley off the campus.
A Massachusetts man is facing charges after police said he assaulted two women while running an unlicensed chiropractic business.
Senators approve foreign aid package that includes a potential ban on TikTok in the U.S. Here's what experts say could happen next.
A Massachusetts sports memorabilia collector is disappointed after he spent thousands of dollars to get Tom Brady's autograph.
What started at Columbia University has spread to colleges in Massachusetts and beyond: pro-Palestinian students accelerating their protests of the war between Israel and Hamas.
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.
What started at Columbia University has spread to colleges in Massachusetts and beyond: pro-Palestinian students accelerating their protests of the war between Israel and Hamas.
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.
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.
Tyler Freeman and Bryan Rocchio had RBIs in the seventh inning when Cleveland finally scored against Boston's Tanner Houck, and José Ramírez homered as the Guardians kept up their scorching start with a 4-1 win over the Red Sox on Tuesday night.
Manager Alex Cora told reporters on Tuesday in Cleveland that Triston Casas suffered a rib fracture and will be out for a while.
The Boston Celtics are not a group to run away from a challenge or a confrontation.
Just a few days ahead of the NFL Draft, the Patriots have reportedly only received "laughable" offers for the third overall pick.
The developments with Zach Wilson provide a bit of a depressing reminder that having such a high pick in such a draft year guarantees absolutely nothing
Researchers spotted a 37-year-old right whale mother named Wolf and her calf off the coast of Massachusetts.
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.