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Lightning strikes home in Brookline: "It shook the entire house"
A disruptive storm rolled through Greater Boston Tuesday night, leaving damage and thousands in the dark.
Unresponsive teenage boy pulled from pond in Andover
The boy was found submerged in about 10-12 feet of water in Field Pond.
Boston sets new high temperature record ahead of another scorcher
Boston set a new high temperature record on Tuesday, and Wednesday will be another scorcher.
Boston pushes back on MBTA plan to close Summer Street for World Cup
The MBTA wants to close part of Summer Street in front of South Station on the days of five World Cup matches in June and July.
Off-duty firefighter helped pull 2 people from electric vehicle crash on I-495
A group of good Samaritans, including an off-duty firefighter, rushed into action when an electric vehicle rolled over on I-495 in Plainville, Massachusetts.
Gas prices near $4.50 in Mass. ahead of busy travel weekend
Gas prices continue to climb in Massachusetts before travelers hit the road for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
MIT researcher launching at-home tick test for Lyme Disease
LymeAlert is an at-home test for anyone who finds a tick on themselves or a pet, that can detect Lyme disease within 15 minutes.
First-in-nation remote airport terminal with TSA screening set to open in Mass.
A new option is coming for travelers looking to avoid long security lines at Logan International Airport and potentially save money on rides and parking.
Plymouth mom seeks affordable wheelchair van after hers was totaled by deer
A Plymouth, Massachusetts mom is looking for an affordable wheelchair van so she can keep taking her son on adventures.
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Fun things to do and eat in New England this summer
Looking for fun things to do and eat in New England this summer? Here's what a food editor from Yankee Magazine recommends.
Fiancée of trooper killed in wrong-way crash wants to join Mass. State Police
Jessica Ostrowski says her whole life changed when her fiancé Trooper Kevin Trainor was killed stopping a wrong-way driver.
Marblehead man's viral moment exposes loophole in MBTA Communities Law
David Modica's viral moment made people realize the state law means you have to permit for housing, but you don't actually have to build any.
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Eric Fisher has an updated weather forecast.
At-home tick test for Lyme Disease being launched this summer
LymeAlert is an at-home test for anyone who finds a tick on themselves or a pet, that can detect Lyme disease within 15 minutes. WBZ-TV's Juli McDonald reports.
Boston pushes back on plan to close street outside South Station for World Cup
The MBTA wants to close part of Summer Street in front of South Station on the days of five World Cup matches in June and July. WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
Lightning strikes home in Brookline, Massachusetts
A home in Brookline, Massachusetts took a direct hit from lightning during a storm. WBZ-TV's Tammy Mutasa reports.
Unresponsive teenage boy pulled from Field Pond in Andover
A teen was unresponsive when he was pulled from a pond in Andover, Massachusetts. WBZ-TV's Samantha Chaney reports.
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E-ZPass mix up nearly cost driver his registration. Then Call for Action helped.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
What we know about accused Memorial Drive gunman Tyler Brown
The gunman who allegedly opened fire on passing cars on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts is 46-year-old Tyler Brown from Boston.
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Duran and Contreras drive in 3 runs apiece as Red Sox beat Royals 7-1
The Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 7-1 on Tuesday night.
Red Sox beat Royals 3-1 behind Contreras' homer, Gray's strong outing
Willson Contreras hit his team-leading 10th homer and Sonny Gray outdueled Seth Lugo as the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Monday night.
Brayan Bello struggles, Braves roll past Red Sox in series finale
The first-place Braves took two of three from Boston for their 13th win in 15 series this season.
Mike Yastrzemski's 10th-inning single sends the Braves past the Red Sox 3-2
The major league-best Atlanta Braves defeated the Boston Red Sox 3-2 on Friday night.
Kyle Schwarber's MLB-leading 18th homer lifts Phillies past Red Sox 3-1
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 18th home run and the Phillies defeated the Red Sox 3-1 on Thursday night.
See the full 2026 New England Patriots schedule
After days of leaks and rumors, the NFL finally released the full schedule for the New England Patriots.
Patriots to play Seahawks in NFL season opener
The New England Patriots won't have to wait long for another crack at the Seattle Seahawks after getting dominated in the Super Bowl.
Rafaela's pinch 2-run homer leads Red Sox over Phillies 3-1
The Boston Red Sox beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 on Wednesday night.
Quintayvious Hutchins, Patriots draft pick from BC, charged with assault
Quintayvious Hutchins, a New England Patriots draft pick from Boston College, has been charged with an assault at a dorm on campus, according to court documents.
Health
A tool to help keep dementia in check
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
Possible measles exposure at Logan Airport
There was a possible measles exposure at Logan Airport in Boston last week, Massachusetts health officials say.
Blood test could predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms appear
A new study finds that a simple blood test could predict Alzheimer's disease long before symptoms appear.
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Marblehead man's viral moment exposes loophole in MBTA Communities Law
David Modica's viral moment made people realize the state law means you have to permit for housing, but you don't actually have to build any.
Bill Galvin's in a series of new ads. What are they and who's paying for them?
Massachusetts Secretary of State Bill Galvin is in series of commercials at a time when he's running for re-election. Here's what he had to say about that.
What is the gas tax refund for Mass Pike drivers and why is it so hard to get?
If you buy gas, and use the Mass Pike, you can get money back from Massachusetts. It's a law that almost no one knows about, but cashing in is mentally taxing.
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E-ZPass mix up nearly cost driver his registration. Then Call for Action helped.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
What we know about accused Memorial Drive gunman Tyler Brown
The gunman who allegedly opened fire on passing cars on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts is 46-year-old Tyler Brown from Boston.
State rep. wants to return non-lethal tools to Tewksbury State Hospital security
There have been four violent attacks in three weeks at Tewksbury Hospital and a state representative is taking the fight to Beacon Hill to give security the non-lethal equipment back.
5-year-old with autism isolated in Gloucester school's quiet room
A family is demanding answers from the Gloucester, Massachusetts school district, after learning their five-year-old son was left alone in a quiet room for nearly half an hour.
State takes pepper spray, non-lethal tools from Tewksbury Hospital security
A nurse says the decision is leaving the staff and patients at Tewksbury Hospital vulnerable to serious injury.
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Keller: Political battles now fought on government websites
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
New poll shows who voters blame for government shutdown
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
Keller: Sununu enters N.H. Senate race and that's bad news for Brown
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Keller: Moulton running against Markey in Senate race is about age
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Keller: Janet Mills enters Maine Senate race with a term limit promise
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
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Boston man jumps into freezing Charles River to rescue his dog
A Boston man says he's lucky to be alive after jumping into the Charles River to save his dog.
Little Joe, gorilla that once escaped zoo, is leaving Boston
Little Joe the gorilla is leaving Boston after decades at the Franklin Park Zoo.
Unusual killer whale "Old Thom" seen near Boston
There's been another sighting of an unusual killer whale named Old Thom in the waters off Massachusetts.
Ludlow soccer coach to help youth sports with lottery win
A soccer coach in Ludlow, Massachusetts plans to pay it forward after winning big on a lottery scratch ticket.
NH rock climbing area partially closed over territorial falcons
The Rumney Rocks Climbing Area is partially closed as nesting peregrine falcons could attack rock climbers.
New England Living
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Historic lighthouse serves as coastal landmark on Massachusetts coast
Known formally as Gurnet Light, a historic lighthouse has guided mariners at the entrance to Plymouth Harbor for generations.
Cruise company offers front-row seat to beauty of the Great Marsh
From private cruises to quintessential clambakes, Essex River Cruises offers a front-row seat to the beauty of the Great Marsh.
Experience Mystic, Connecticut's spectacular views on an 80-foot schooner
Argia Mystic Cruises in Mystic, Connecticut is one of the last commercial sailing ships in the region, offering a rare chance to explore the area by sea.
Award-winning chef uses locally farmed and foraged foods to create unique dishes
A 2026 James Beard Award finalist for Best Chef, and 3-time Chopped champion, Evan Hennessey uses locally farmed and foraged foots to create artistically inspired dishes.
Step inside the state-of-the-art Groton Hill Music Center
In Groton, Massachusetts, there is a recently opened state-of-the-art venue that is becoming one of the region's premier nonprofit music destinations.