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Baby and mother shot in Dorchester, police searching for suspect
A mother and baby were shot in Dorchester late Monday night and the baby is fighting to survive.
Report: Ja'Whaun Bentley out for season with torn pectoral muscle
New England Patriots linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley is out for the season with a torn pectoral muscle, according to a published report.
Boston to attend "rat summit" in New York, learn from other cities
Members of Boston's Public Works Department and the Inspectional Services team will be heading to New York for a "rat summit."
Researchers use artificial intelligence to help ALS patient speak again
Using artificial intelligence, doctors have found a way to give people who lost their voice to ALS the ability to speak again.
Vietnam War veteran from Everett scammed out of $20,000
A 77-year-old Vietnam War veteran from Everett is speaking out after being scammed out of over $20,000.
Hasbro could move headquarters to Boston, report says
Toy and game maker Hasbro is looking at moving its headquarters from Rhode Island to downtown Boston, according to a new report.
Jane's Addiction cancels rest of tour after Boston scuffle
Video from a Friday concern in Boston showed Jane's Addiction lead singer Perry Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro engaged in an on-stage altercation.
Lynn woman gives up career to follow dream of becoming artist
A Lynn woman gave up a stable career to follow her dream of becoming an artist.
Man dead, woman wounded after stabbing in Milford
A man is dead and a woman suffered stab wounds in a "domestic violence" incident at multi-family home in Milford.
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When will fall foliage peak in New England?
New England's fall foliage outlook is looking good, but the warm and dry stretch could have an impact.
"More aggressive" yellowjacket species spotted in Massachusetts
Southern yellowjackets, considered a more aggressive species, have been observed in Massachusetts.
A timeline of the Karen Read case
A look at the timeline of events in Karen Read's high-profile Massachusetts murder trial as she is charged with killing Boston police officer John O'Keefe.
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Mother and baby shot in Boston
A mother and her baby were shot in Dorchester late Monday night. WBZ-TV's Penny Kmitt reports.
Next Weather: WBZ morning forecast for September 17, 2024
Jason Mikell has your latest weather forecast.
Jane’s Addiction cancels tour after fight in Boston
Jane’s Addiction canceled the rest of its tour after band members had a scuffle at a concert in Boston.
Worcester firefighters, police face off in baseball classic at Polar Park
Worcester firefighters and police officers faced off in their annual baseball classic for charity.
Next Weather: WBZ Update
Eric Fisher has an updated weather forecast.
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State Police recruit dies after being injured while boxing at academy
A Massachusetts State Police recruit who was critically injured during a training exercise at the academy in New Braintree has died.
Lawmakers call for change after RMV revokes hundreds of CDLs in Mass.
Lawmakers are now deciding what needs to change after hundreds of Massachusetts bus and truck drivers had their commercial driver's licenses revoked due to violations from decades ago.
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Researchers use artificial intelligence to help ALS patient speak again
Using artificial intelligence, doctors have found a way to give people who lost their voice to ALS the ability to speak again.
What are the best ways to quit smoking cigarettes?
New research has identified the best ways for people to quit smoking.
Employees feel pressured to work while sick, research shows
A new study finds that many employees feel pressure to work even when they're sick.
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Report: Ja'Whaun Bentley out for season with torn pectoral muscle
New England Patriots linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley is out for the season with a torn pectoral muscle, according to a published report.
NBA champion seen in viral clip of scuffle at Rocky Mountain Showdown
A recording has gone viral showing a popular former Colorado Buffaloes basketball player involved in an apparent scuffle with Colorado State Rams fan attendees at Saturday's football battle between the in-state rivals.
"Very challenging": Douglas frustrated with lack of targets
DeMario Douglas is used to seeing a lot of passes in the Patriots' offense, and voiced his frustration over his lack of targets so far this season on Monday.
Ja'Lynn Polk gave his touchdown ball to his dad for his birthday
After catching his first career touchdown on Sunday, Patriots receiver Ja'Lynn Polk had a special moment with his dad.
Pats need to get receivers involved and more takeaways from Week 2 loss
The Patriots got a touchdown from Ja'Lynn Polk, but not much else from their receiving corps (or offensive line) in Sunday's loss to the Seahawks.
Patriots now have to prep for Jets on a short week
The Patriots have a lot to learn from Sunday's 23-20 overtime loss to the Seahawks, but not a lot of time to do so ahead of their Thursday Night Football showdown with the Jets.
Jones looking for explanation on controversial PI call late vs. Seahawks
Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones couldn't believe that he was flagged for defensive pass interference during overtime of New England's 23-20 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.
Ups and Downs from Patriots' Week 2 loss to Seahawks
The Patriots have a razor-thin margin for error, and they simply didn't make enough plays to win Sunday's home opener against the Seattle Seahawks.
Yankees open 3-game AL East lead with 5-2 win over Red Sox
The New York Yankees beat the Boston Red Sox 5-2 on Sunday to open a three-game AL East lead over second-place Baltimore.
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Are bees still suffering from Colony Collapse Disorder?
Colony Collapse Disorder, the unexplained mass death of honeybees worldwide, was a serious issue. But it faded from the headlines.
Are we too reliant on the programs impacted by the Microsoft outage?
Cybersecurity experts suggest Friday's Microsoft outage could be the biggest tech outage in history. Does the world rely on these programs too much?
Where does Karen Read case rank among infamous Massachusetts trials?
The Karen Read trial is big, but Massachusetts has had several other big trials in recent years.
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Shrewsbury's Prospect Park uncovering a garden lost to time
A park in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts aims to give visitors a place to reconnect with nature, as a nonprofit group works to uncover a garden lost to time.
Dungeon Rock in Lynn started with pirate ghost and treasure hunt
Dungeon Rock has a long history in Lynn that includes the ghost of a pirate and a long search for hidden treasure.
What's inside that big building at the Chestnut Hill Reservoir?
The Metropolitan Waterworks Museum in Chestnut Hill was once vital to supplying to Boston and its neighboring villages during the Gilded Age.
Health News
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Researchers use artificial intelligence to help ALS patient speak again
Using artificial intelligence, doctors have found a way to give people who lost their voice to ALS the ability to speak again.
What are the best ways to quit smoking cigarettes?
New research has identified the best ways for people to quit smoking.
Employees feel pressured to work while sick, research shows
A new study finds that many employees feel pressure to work even when they're sick.
Less than 2% of women take hormone therapy for menopause, study shows
Less than 2% of women are taking hormone therapy for menopause symptoms, likely due to a past study that raised safety concerns.
Experts warn against vaccine skepticism
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
I-Team
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State Police recruit dies after being injured while boxing at academy
A Massachusetts State Police recruit who was critically injured during a training exercise at the academy in New Braintree has died.
Lawmakers call for change after RMV revokes hundreds of CDLs in Mass.
Lawmakers are now deciding what needs to change after hundreds of Massachusetts bus and truck drivers had their commercial driver's licenses revoked due to violations from decades ago.
Health care company not paying workers taken over by new firm
Weeks of I-Team investigations into the crisis at Blupoint Healthcare's three nursing homes in Massachusetts led to protesting workers finally getting paid.
Hundreds of Massachusetts drivers receive notice their CDL was revoked
Drivers who depend on their licenses to work, were suddenly notified that violations from decades ago now disqualify them from holding a CDL.
I-Team survey finds more than half couldn't spot a deepfake video
Could you spot a deepfake video? A WBZ-TV I-Team survey found more than half of those who took the test failed.
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Keller: Key moments from the Trump-Harris debate
WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller looks at the key moments of the debate between presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
Mass. AFL-CIO weighs in on presidential race and ending MCAS requirement
During an interview on the Sunday edition of "Keller At Large," Massachusetts AFL-CIO president Chrissy Lynch talked about the state of labor in Massachusetts.
Keller: Is New Hampshire still a battleground state?
The political landscape is changing in New Hampshire, and it's because of Vice President Kamala Harris.
Rep. Trahan calls for transparency in the wake of hospital closures
Rep. Lori Trahan said she's determined to keep two Steward Health Care-owned hospitals from closing as she called for more regulation.
Keller: January 6 still a topic in campaign, but maybe not in NH
Instead of changing the subject, former President Donald Trump has made support for the rioters a part of his campaign.
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Hasbro could move headquarters to Boston, report says
Toy and game maker Hasbro is looking at moving its headquarters from Rhode Island to downtown Boston, according to a new report.
Hotel workers at four Boston hotels walk off the job
Nearly 900 hotel workers at four Boston hotels went on strike Sunday morning.
Market Basket employees get bonuses, thank-you letter from CEO
The Market Basket owner is thanking employees with surprise bonuses, 10 years after unprecedented protests and walkouts.
Dunkin' fall menu includes new $6 meal deal
Dunkin's fall menu includes a $6 meal deal and a coffee milk beverage inspired by the state of Rhode Island.
Stop & Shop to stop selling cigarettes
Stop & Shop will soon stop selling cigarettes and other tobacco products at all stores.
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"More aggressive" yellowjacket species spotted in Massachusetts
Southern yellowjackets, considered a more aggressive species, have been observed in Massachusetts.
Who keeps a $70K engagement ring? Case goes before Massachusetts court
A case deciding who gets to keep the ring when an engagement breaks down is being argued before the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.
Siblings both win $25,000 for life lottery prize in Mass.
A pair of siblings from Massachusetts are officially "Lucky for Life."
Fight over $70,000 engagement ring heads to Mass. high court
A battle over who gets to keep a pricey Tiffany engagement ring has made it to the highest court in Massachusetts.
Man using wife's old phone number for lottery picks wins jackpot
A Massachusetts man whose wife has inspired his lottery picks for decades finally hit the jackpot.
New England Living
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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."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn provides a unique dining experience for all foodies
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Visit Newport's Audrain Automobile Museum to learn more about automotive history
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Boston's Prezza serving up a spicy twist on a classic cocktail
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Making gourmet chocolates with Chef Delphin Gomes from M. Cacao in Amesbury
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
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Baby and mother shot in Dorchester, police searching for suspect
A mother and baby were shot in Boston late Monday night and the baby is fighting to survive.
Man dead, woman wounded after stabbing in Milford
A man is dead and a woman suffered stab wounds in a "domestic violence" incident at multi-family home in Milford.
Researchers use artificial intelligence to help ALS patient speak again
Using artificial intelligence, doctors have found a way to give people who lost their voice to ALS the ability to speak again.
Lynn woman gives up career to follow dream of becoming artist
A Lynn woman gave up a stable career to follow her dream of becoming an artist.
Boston to attend "rat summit" in New York, learn from other cities
Members of Boston's Public Works Department and the Inspectional Services team will be heading to New York for a "rat summit."
Sports
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Report: Ja'Whaun Bentley out for season with torn pectoral muscle
New England Patriots linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley is out for the season with a torn pectoral muscle, according to a published report.
NBA champion seen in viral clip of scuffle at Rocky Mountain Showdown
A recording has gone viral showing a popular former Colorado Buffaloes basketball player involved in an apparent scuffle with Colorado State Rams fan attendees at Saturday's football battle between the in-state rivals.
"Very challenging": Douglas frustrated with lack of targets
DeMario Douglas is used to seeing a lot of passes in the Patriots' offense, and voiced his frustration over his lack of targets so far this season on Monday.
Ja'Lynn Polk gave his touchdown ball to his dad for his birthday
After catching his first career touchdown on Sunday, Patriots receiver Ja'Lynn Polk had a special moment with his dad.
Pats need to get receivers involved and more takeaways from Week 2 loss
The Patriots got a touchdown from Ja'Lynn Polk, but not much else from their receiving corps (or offensive line) in Sunday's loss to the Seahawks.