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Karen Read trial day 3 ends early after focus on text messages with John O'Keefe
The third day of testimony in Karen Read's trial ended earlier than expected Thursday.
Congressman announces unexpected death of daughter in Italy
Molly McGovern, the daughter of U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern, died unexpectedly while on a trip in Italy.
Man charged with killing 2 men found behind Salem Walmart
A Massachusetts man was charged with the killing two men whose bodies were found in the woods behind a Salem Walmart.
Mom killed in fall at Purgatory Chasm in Sutton mourned by friends
The town of Topsfield is mourning after a mother fell to her death while hiking with her family at Purgatory Chasm in Sutton.
New Jersey wildfire smoke may affect air quality in Massachusetts
The greatest concentration of New Jersey wildfire smoke in Massachusetts is likely to occur during Friday morning.
Air quality getting worse, report says. See grades for Mass.
Air quality in the metro area that includes Boston, Worcester and Providence has gotten worse, a new report says.
Patriots 2025 NFL Draft Guide: Picks, needs, and rumors
The NFL Draft has finally arrived. Here's what time the Patriots will be on the clock and what they need.
There's a farm in Boston that's an important part of the community
There's a farm in the city of Boston that grows thousands of pounds of produce every year.
Program helps Boston high schoolers prepare for certified nursing exam
Boston high schoolers are spending their school vacation week preparing for their certified nursing assistant exam.
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A timeline of the Karen Read case
A look at the timeline of events in Karen Read's high-profile murder trial.
Who is the judge in the Karen Read trial?
Judge Beverly Cannone is in charge of Karen Read's second trial.
What is Karen Read accused of and what is her defense?
Karen Read is on trial for a second time, still facing three charges.
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Text messages between Karen Read and John O'Keefe the focus of trial's third day
The high-profile Karen Read trial continued in Norfolk Superior Court in Dedham, Massachusetts on Thursday, though testimony ended earlier than originally planned due to confusion over expected witnesses. WBZ-TV's Kristina Rex reports.
Dan Roche catches up with Patriots fans in Green Bay for 2025 NFL Draft
WBZ-TV's Dan Roche is in Green Bay, Wisconsin for the 2025 NFL Draft, and met up with a few Patriots fans who traveled from New England to watch the team make the fourth overall pick.
Man facing charges after 2 men are found dead behind Walmart in Salem
A Massachusetts man is being held without bail after he was charged with the killing of two men whose bodies were found in the woods behind a Salem Walmart Wednesday afternoon. WBZ-TV's Beth Germano reports.
New drug may more effectively treat Lyme Disease with fewer side effects, researchers find
WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports that researchers at Northwestern University found the drug Piperacillin to be more effective than Doxycycline in treating Lyme Disease at a lower dose and with fewer side effects.
Culinary experts look to make invasive green crabs useful in Massachusetts
Warming waters off New England's coast has contributed to the proliferation of the green crab, one of the world's most invasive species. WBZ-TV's Jacob Wycoff reports.
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Call for Action helps man get refund, fix for broken refrigerator
A man in Revere, Massachusetts spent thousands of dollars on a new refrigerator, but he says the door was defective.
Long-term care insurance company approves claim after I-Team gets involved
Despite paying her insurance company $125,000 in premiums, a 92-year-old's claim was initially denied.
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Patriots 2025 NFL Draft pick tracker
The New England Patriots will be one of the busier teams at the 2025 NFL Draft, with the team set to make nine picks over the next three days.
Jayson Tatum doubtful for Celtics for Game 3 vs. Magic
The Boston Celtics will likely be without Jayson Tatum again for Friday night's Game 3 against the Magic in Orlando.
Mariners beat Garrett Crochet, Red Sox 4-3
Bryan Woo scattered three hits over six innings, and the Seattle Mariners tagged Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet for four runs in the first two innings on Thursday to beat Boston 4-3 and win the three-game series.
Patriots 2025 NFL Draft Guide: Picks, needs, and rumors
The 2025 NFL Draft has finally arrived. Here's what time the Patriots will be on the clock and what they need.
Emerson Hancock's 7 Ks, Crawford's HR help Mariners beat Red Sox 8-5
Emerson Hancock struck out seven batters and J.P. Crawford had four RBIs to help the Seattle Mariners to a 8-5 win.
Jaylen Brown scores 36 as Celtics beat Magic 109-100
Jaylen Brown had 36 points and 10 rebounds and the Boston Celtics beat the Orlando Magic 109-100 in Game 2.
Bruins coaching search underway, brass promises quick turnaround
The brass of the Boston Bruins held court with reporters on Thursday, promising much better days are ahead for the franchise.
Who will step up for Celtics without Jayson Tatum in Game 2?
Jayson Tatum is likely going to miss his first playoff game ever Wednesday night, with the Boston Celtics superstar listed as doubtful for Game 2 against the Orlando Magic at TD Garden.
Patriots Mock Draft Roundup: Will Campbell remains consensus pick at No. 4
The 2025 NFL Draft is nearly upon us, and we'll soon find out what the New England Patriots will do with the No. 4 overall pick.
Health
Reconstructive surgery helps skin cancer patients look good as new
Surgeons at Mass Eye and Ear have found a creative way to make their skin cancer patients look good as new.
What is fluoride and why is it in our public water supply? Some top questions, answered.
Is fluoride actually good or bad for you? Dr. Mallika Marshall answers common questions about fluoride.
Doctors thought 34-year-old mom was healthy. She had Stage III cancer
Heather Barry, now 36, is among the rising number of younger adults being diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
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Is it time to get rid of the yearly car inspection?
Only 14 states require annual car safety inspections. One is New Hampshire where there's a push to end the process.
Should Karen Read be making so many public statements while on trial?
Karen Read says speaking out to the media is her version of testifying. Some defense attorneys say it's a bad idea.
Could the penny really go away?
What would happen if the U.S. got rid of the penny? It wouldn't be easy because there are 420 billion in circulation.
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There's a farm in Boston that's an important part of the community
There's a farm in the city of Boston that grows thousands of pounds of produce every year.
Daffodil field started during World War II no longer a hidden secret
The daffodil field at Parsons Reserve in Dartmouth, Massachusetts is a beautiful spot to visit in the spring.
One man's life mission is to rescue snowy owls at Logan Airport
Boston's Logan Airport has the largest concentration of snowy owls in the northeast. One man has rescued hundreds.
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Reconstructive surgery helps skin cancer patients look good as new
Surgeons at Mass Eye and Ear have found a creative way to make their skin cancer patients look good as new.
What is fluoride and why is it in our public water supply? Some top questions, answered.
Is fluoride actually good or bad for you? Dr. Mallika Marshall answers common questions about fluoride.
Tufts researchers hope to reduce racial disparities in maternal health care
Tufts University researchers are looking at ways to reduce racial disparities in maternal health care.
Tony's Chocolonely recalls chocolate bars after reports of stones
Tony's Chocolonely is recalling some products after consumers reported finding "small stones" in the chocolate bars.
Electrical therapy could help treat Alzheimer's memory loss and mood
An experimental Alzheimer's treatment from Boston researchers may be able to treat both dementia and depression symptoms.
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Call for Action helps man get refund, fix for broken refrigerator
A man in Revere, Massachusetts spent thousands of dollars on a new refrigerator, but he says the door was defective.
Long-term care insurance company approves claim after I-Team gets involved
Despite paying her insurance company $125,000 in premiums, a 92-year-old's claim was initially denied.
Mass. State Police using new technology that sends alerts to drivers
The I-Team has learned the department installed new technology in 233 of its cruisers that is designed to prevent collisions.
I-Team: FBI warns property owners, realtors about "title pirates"
The FBI's Boston office is issuing a warning after a series of I-Team investigations into stolen land scams.
Hood of Nissan Altima flies open on Mass. highway after recall fix
The hood of a Stoneham woman's 2015 Nissan Altima flew open while she was driving on Route 93.
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Keller: Harvard poll of Gen-Z paints bleak picture about young voters
The latest National Youth Poll out of the Harvard Kennedy School's Institute of Politics paints a bleak picture of young voters.
Kennealy says state policy "driving the affordability agenda" in Massachusetts
Mike Kennealy told WBZ-TV he's focused on the future of the state and not on President Donald Trump's policies.
Keller: UMass poll shows public opinion of Trump policies has dropped
A new poll from UMass Amherst shows the toll President Trump's policies have taken on public opinion of his administration.
What is stagflation and how could it have a major impact on Massachusetts?
A professor from Babson College said the Massachusetts economy could be looking at hard times ahead.
Massachusetts attorney general says lawsuits against Trump administration are working
"We are heading in a dangerous direction," said Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell.
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On Easter Sunday, here's which stores are open and what's closed
The Easter Sunday holiday means some grocery stores and retailers are closed today in Massachusetts, while others are open.
Edaville makes Christmas plans as King Richard's Faire moves in
Edaville in Carver, Massachusetts will continue its Christmas and holiday lights tradition as King Richard's Faire moves in.
Fall River leather company says tariffs could help and hurt business
Vanson has manufactured leather goods in Massachusetts for over 50 years and the company sells their products around the world.
Mass. Ford dealership busy after employee pricing announcement
Ford Motor Company announced a promotion to give all customers their employee discount.
The Ground Round sets grand opening day for Shrewsbury restaurant
The Ground Round has started serving customers again in Shrewsbury.
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Critically endangered whales seen in Bahamas for first time ever
The New England Aquarium says there was an "extremely unusual sighting" of right whales in the Bahamas.
"Snow devil" seen on Mount Washington. Here's how they form.
Crews snapped a photo of a rare weather phenomenon known as a "snow devil" on New Hampshire's Mount Washington.
Video shows crews coping with 100+ mph winds on Mount Washington
Video captured what it looks like for Mount Washington crews to do their jobs in the face of 100 mph winds.
Curling is exploding in popularity at Wayland club
At the Broomstones Curling Club in Wayland, people of all ages are bonded through the increasingly popular sport.
UMass to give student $10,000 after half-court shot controversy
A UMass student who was initially denied a $10,000 prize after making a half-court shot will be getting the money after all.
New England Living
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Connecticut home to oldest public art museum in the U.S.
The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford features roughly 50,000 works of art spanning over 5,000 years.
Chef Megan Vaughan shares tips on looking for the right cut of beef
Chef Megan Vaughan shows how to prepare a steakhouse quality meal right from your own kitchen.
NH antiques hunter has salvaged items dating back hundreds of years
Rachel Holt heads to New Hampshire to visit the owner of an architectural salvage company, Nor'east Architectural Antiques.
Meet the artist behind handcrafted wooden signs on the South Shore
Known for his handcrafted wooden signs, Paul Kukstis has carved a name for himself around Scituate Harbor.
Meet the "brewstillery" making beer and spirits in Newport, Rhode Island
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
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Man charged with killing 2 men found behind Salem Walmart
A Massachusetts man was charged with the killing two men whose bodies were found in the woods behind a Salem Walmart.
Mom killed in fall at Purgatory Chasm in Sutton mourned by friends
The town of Topsfield is mourning after a mother fell to her death while hiking with her family at Purgatory Chasm in Sutton.
Congressman announces unexpected death of daughter in Italy
Molly McGovern, the daughter of U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern, died unexpectedly while on a trip in Italy.
New Jersey wildfire smoke may affect air quality in Massachusetts
The greatest concentration of New Jersey wildfire smoke in Massachusetts is likely to occur during Friday morning.
Air quality getting worse, report says. See grades for Mass.
Air quality in the metro area that includes Boston, Worcester and Providence has gotten worse, a new report says.
Sports
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Patriots 2025 NFL Draft pick tracker
The New England Patriots will be one of the busier teams at the 2025 NFL Draft, with the team set to make nine picks over the next three days.
Jayson Tatum doubtful for Celtics for Game 3 vs. Magic
The Boston Celtics will likely be without Jayson Tatum again for Friday night's Game 3 against the Magic in Orlando.
Mariners beat Garrett Crochet, Red Sox 4-3
Bryan Woo scattered three hits over six innings, and the Seattle Mariners tagged Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet for four runs in the first two innings on Thursday to beat Boston 4-3 and win the three-game series.
Patriots 2025 NFL Draft Guide: Picks, needs, and rumors
The 2025 NFL Draft has finally arrived. Here's what time the Patriots will be on the clock and what they need.
Emerson Hancock's 7 Ks, Crawford's HR help Mariners beat Red Sox 8-5
Emerson Hancock struck out seven batters and J.P. Crawford had four RBIs to help the Seattle Mariners to a 8-5 win.