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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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The Karen Read trial is big, but Massachusetts has had several other big trials in recent years.
During a heat wave in June, Boston residents are desperate for relief from the hot weather but is the Charles River safe to swim in?
Thousands of people across Massachusetts and the country have become completely hooked on the Karen Read trial.
If you have a cell phone, you've probably received texts from political candidates who are looking for money. So how do you stop them?
More researchers are sounding the alarm about giving young children smartphones, and there is a growing parent movement to keep phones away until they are older.
There are big plans to change the Mass Pike in Allston where the highway takes a dramatic sweeping turn.
Massachusetts lawmakers are considering a bill that proposes prosecuting 18, 19, and 20-year-olds as juveniles.
Ever since TikTok Shop launched last year, users started buying products directly through the app, and now it means millions of dollars for small and medium sized business all over the country.
Believe it or not, according to data from the Tax Foundation, Massachusetts ranks better than 13 other states.
When WBZ-TV showed Boston Red Sox fans pictures of current players, few could name any of them.
A law designed to ease the housing crunch in Massachusetts is turning into a battle between the state and some communities.
The blueish tint of LED headlights can make for a white-knuckle ride on roads in Massachusetts and beyond.
In the last year, U.S. Border Patrol agents said they have arrested record numbers of migrants trying to cross the northern border of the United States.
Magnet fishing is growing in popularity, but it can also be a dangerous hobby.
With Boston in the midst of a housing crisis, could office buildings be the solution?
It's never been harder trying to find a doctor and if you've been having trouble, you are not alone.
Road crews try to keep up, but during the winter it's more about survival than success.
Three particular factors contribute to the timing of a snow day call, according to school superintendents.
A 19-year-old college sophomore is on a mission to make financial literacy a requirement for every student in Massachusetts.
Teacher strikes are illegal in Massachusetts and the unions have been ordered to pay hefty fines.
In a sea of water bottles, the Stanley cup is the hot item across America right now.
The origins of Black History Month start with a man named Carter G. Woodson.
Rocketing insurance. Under the roof and behind the wheel. But what's driving it?
A real estate lawyer told WBZ-TV property owners could be held liable if someone slips and falls.
The New Hampshire first-in-the-nation primary receives more media, pollster, and candidate attention than nearly all the other states combined.
July 4th may be Thursday but the celebrations continue throughout the holiday weekend in Massachusetts!
Hundreds of thousands of people packed the Esplanade Thursday to take in this year's July 4th fireworks and Boston Pops concert.
A Plymouth man is facing felony charges for allegedly causing an estimated tens of thousands of dollars worth of damage to Kingston church.
The receivers will send information to the Conservancy's app Sharktivity, which allows users to see where sharks have been detected.
Automatic runner Romy Gonzalez scored a go-ahead run on David Hamilton's RBI groundout in the 12th inning, Tyler O'Neill added an RBI double and the Boston Red Sox beat the Miami Marlins 6-5 on Thursday for a sweep of the three-game series.
In an exclusive interview with WBZ-TV, John O'Keefe's brother revealed what he said to Karen Read in court after a mistrial was declared in her murder trial.
For the first time, John O’Keefe’s brother Paul is speaking about Karen Read and what his family has gone through during the high-profile case that ended in a mistrial.
Hundreds of thousands of people packed the Esplanade Thursday to take in this year's July 4th fireworks and Boston Pops concert.
This year, many communities across Massachusetts are holding fireworks displays for July 4. See if your town is on the list.
The 4th of July fireworks celebration in Marblehead is canceled after the fireworks barge caught fire overnight.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Trader Joe's says a seasonal scented favorite should be discarded or returned due to an "unexpected burn pattern."
Brominated vegetable oil will no longer be allowed in food and beverages in the U.S., 50 years after chemical banned in U.K.
FDA approval of the new Alzheimer's treatment, which will be branded as Kisunla, follows years of setbacks.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
The I-Team's Call for Action helped an Ipswich woman who spent years trying to get to the bottom of a mistake that was affecting her credit score.
A reformed romance scammer is speaking out, sharing with the I-Team how he got women to send him tens of thousands of dollars.
The I-Team's Call for Action came to the aid of a Waltham woman who paid thousands for a procedure to help her lose fat.
Records show Massachusetts police departments typically and legally sell back or trade in their guns to dealers when they're no longer used by officers.
A woman told WBZ-TV's I-Team she believes she was raped by a killer just weeks before two bodies were found in Brockton in 2014.
Massachusetts Secretary of State William Galvin spoke to WBZ-TV about his concerns over public distrust in the election process.
Jon Keller said Trump's delivery in his first debate was crisp and forceful, while Biden's presentation was halting, his voice raspy.
A bombshell report on the global EV marketplace finds 46% of American EV drivers are so fed up with charging and mobility issues, they're ready to switch back to gas-powered vehicles.
Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio hopes voters will empower her by approving the initiative petition.
Diana DiZoglio wants to perform an audit of the Massachusetts legislature, but has been met with pushback.
Thanks in part to an anonymous $5.2 million donation, the West Newton Cinema is likely to be saved from being demolished.
Bob's Stores, a discount clothing retailer with locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut, is going out of business.
Two New England pizza places were named among the best in the country by The New York Times.
Great Wolf Lodge Mashantucket is set to open in 2025 next to Foxwoods in Connecticut.
In a humble space in Hyde Park, a local company is on a mission to fix how flour is made.
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 is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
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.
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.
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.
Automatic runner Romy Gonzalez scored a go-ahead run on David Hamilton's RBI groundout in the 12th inning, Tyler O'Neill added an RBI double and the Boston Red Sox beat the Miami Marlins 6-5 on Thursday for a sweep of the three-game series.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo has set a new record and retained the women's division title.
Ceddanne Rafaela tripled, doubled and drove in three runs, Brayan Bello limited Miami to a run over 6 2/3 innings and the Boston Red Sox beat the Marlins 7-2 on Wednesday night.
Celtics star Jaylen Brown lost his ring during the team's parade. Two fans helped him track it down, and he paid them back with a big surprise.
Kutter Crawford gave up three hits and one run over six solid innings, Ceddanne Rafaela and Jarren Duran homered and the Boston Red Sox beat the Miami Marlins 8-3 on Tuesday night.
Harvard researchers suggest intelligent beings concealed on Earth could be responsible for UFO sightings.
The MSPCA says goats can be goofy and fun pets - and you don't need to be an experienced farmer to adopt one.
Twenty-three sets of twins have graduated from Pollard Middle School in Needham.
A Nantucket restaurant and store has sold two scratch tickets worth more than $1 million this year.
The Stephen Bryant house in Plympton was built in 1669.