Bus driver and monitor charged in abuse of boy with autism in Methuen
A school bus monitor was in court Friday on charges she beat a non-verbal boy with autism in Methuen. The bus driver is also facing charges for allegedly letting it happen.
A school bus monitor was in court Friday on charges she beat a non-verbal boy with autism in Methuen. The bus driver is also facing charges for allegedly letting it happen.
A school bus monitor was in court Friday on charges she beat a non-verbal boy with autism in Methuen. The bus driver is also facing charges for allegedly letting it happen.
A new study finds that screaming at children can be as harmful as other forms of child abuse.
A new study finds that screaming at children can be as harmful as other forms of child abuse.
Former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, the only U.S. Cardinal ever charged with sex crimes, was found not competent to stand trial Wednesday, a Dedham District Court judge ruled.
A Tyngsboro day care worker accused of taking explicit photos of young children is expected to be released from custody soon.
A Tyngsboro day care worker accused of taking explicit photos of young children is expected to be released from custody soon.
Some new evidence in Tyreek Hill's child abuse case has surfaced from a TV station in Kansas City.
The mother of a Fitchburg boy found dead in 2014 pleaded guilty to assault charges separate from the boy's death.
A Fitchburg man pleaded guilty Tuesday to charges related to the mother and siblings of Jeremiah Oliver, a little boy found dead in 2014.
The Revere Police detective charged with beating his girlfriend's five-year-old son has resigned, WBZ-TV chief investigative correspondent Cheryl Fiandaca has learned.
A second Revere police officer was arraigned Friday on charges that she and a colleague with who she was having an affair allegedly abused her son.
Authorities say Detective Marcos Garcia, 32 of Saugus, confessed to hitting his girlfriend's 5-year-old son with a belt six times after the boy refused to eat dinner Thursday night.
WBZ's Yadires Nova-Salcedo talks with Children's Trust Executive Director Suzin Bartley and "Evening of Promise" event honoree Yvonne Garcia.
Massachusetts and several other states have seen at least a 30 percent increase in child abuse over the past five years, according to new federal data.
A new study shows that kids can become depressed and violent later in life if they endured physical punishments growing up.
A grand jury has indicted a Hardwick man and his girlfriend on charges of abuse and neglect of the man's 7-year-old son.
Randall Lints pled not guilty in court Wednesday to child abuse charges.
A New Hampshire woman who fled to a Florida amusement park with her boyfriend after allowing him to severely beat her 3-year-old son has been granted parole.
A New Hampshire man is facing assault charges after he seriously injured his infant son, police say.
The MMQB's Greg Bedard weighed in on the latest Adrian Peterson news Tuesday morning on Toucher & Rich.
The bad week just keeps getting worse.
CBS Sports' Boomer Esiason thinks Adrian Peterson should pay "a significant price."
Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson will not play Sunday against the Patriots after he was indicted Friday and turned himself into police overnight.
A man living in a Danvers hotel is accused of putting hot sauce in the mouth of his girlfriend's 3-year-old son and then taping it shut.
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.
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.
Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
Learn how the strategic use of windows and harnessing the power of daylight can create space and comfort within a home.
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.