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Fiscal Cliff's First Impact - Immediate Tax Hikes
If we do go over the fiscal cliff the part that would hit you in the wallet immediately is tax hikes.
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If we do go over the fiscal cliff the part that would hit you in the wallet immediately is tax hikes.
If the so-called "fiscal cliff" becomes a reality in January, the economy in Massachusetts could take a bigger blow than other parts of the country.
Sales of single-family homes in Massachusetts jumped by more than 20 percent in October when compared to the same month last year, more evidence of a market recovery.
So let's say Congress does nothing and we just keep going right over the fiscal cliff. What happens in Massachusetts?
Experts say there is still plenty of time and retailers will keep improving their deals until the very last moment.
The so-called "fiscal cliff" is a massive combination of tax increases and service cuts set to kick in January 1, 2013.
Local Outdoor retailer Eastern Mountain Sports has been acquired by Philadelphia-based Versa Captial Management.
The cost of a gallon of gas in Massachusetts continues to drop but still isn't close to the national average.
Most people don't have a clue what it is, so let's start at the beginning.
Massachusetts mom-and-pop shop owners are urging consumers to do their holiday shopping at local businesses a day after big box retailers and online vendors cornered the Black Friday market.
Wal-Mart workers in nine states staged protests and walkouts Friday, including in Massachusetts.
Silent retreats, where you literally have to take a vow of silence during your trip, have become a huge travel trend.
A Manchester mother-daughter shopping duo shared their advice on how to get everything on their Christmas list in just one whirlwind shopping spree.
Business owners are getting ready for January 1, when an all-out ban on trans fat goes into effect in Chelsea.
It's likely that the highest impacts from Debby will come to Massachusetts late Friday night and be long gone by Saturday.
Two dozen dogs arrived in Massachusetts early Wednesday from Charleston, South Carolina, just hours before Tropical Storm Debby hit.
A dog owner left his huskies tied to a car in Dedham while he got fitted for a suit, according to animal control.
Gary Hunt is ordered to stay away from the Encore casino after allegedly stealing $13,000 worth of chips.
Nurses told the I-Team they had no idea cameras were being mounted in operating rooms until after they were installed.
A small study published in the JAMA Network Open suggests that fish oil could help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease in some people.
Two new studies highlight some of the challenges people face looking for popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.
Researchers at Kings' College London have found more evidence that excessive smartphone use could impact a teen's mental health.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
Marty Kedian is the third person in the U.S. to receive a larynx transplant, and the first active cancer patient to do so.
Nurses told the I-Team they had no idea cameras were being mounted in operating rooms until after they were installed in early June.
An advocacy group wants immediate changes at a state hospital for mental patients accused of crimes in Massachusetts.
The state of Massachusetts is taking action after WBZ-TV I-Team reports revealed that some nursing homes haven't paid their workers for weeks.
After the I-Team went to Blupoint Healthcare's Newton offices, workers got their paychecks. Days later, their banks said the checks were no good.
Blupoint Healthcare employees say their paychecks finally cleared at the bank.
Even with a heavily Democratic legislature, Massachusetts's leaders have trouble finding common ground. WBZ-TV's Jon Keller talks with Doug Howgate, president of the Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation.
Donald Trump's comments about Kamala Harris' race reminded Jon Keller of Trump's infamous comments insulting war hero Sen. John McCain.
The not-so-harsh adjective "weird" has emerged as an early and effective weapon for the Democrats.
Nine years ago, Boston was in the running to host the 2024 Summer Olympics. So what is the city missing now?
Research showed independents don't like extremism or partisanship.
Multiple Big Lots stores in Massachusetts and another in New Hampshire are set to close, according to the retailer's website.
Massachusetts is getting ready to hold its 2024 tax free weekend. Here's what to know about the sales tax holiday.
It was a scary Monday for those who watch stocks closely and those who have retirement funds tied up in 401k accounts.
The Great Scott rock club is making a comeback after closing during the COVID pandemic.
Yankee Candle is laying off about 100 workers in Massachusetts amid a decline in the fragrance business.
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.
ESPN's Adam Schefter shed some more light on the Patriots ending their pursuit of Brandon Aiyuk.
The Red Sox now own the tiebreaker over the Royals, thanks in large part to an extremely awkward run scored by first baseman Domenic Smith.
Despite the Patriots making a big-money offer to Brandon Aiyuk, he apparently didn't want to play in New England.
Dominic Smith scored the go-ahead run on a wild pitch in the sixth inning and the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 6-5 on Tuesday night.
Gabby Thomas went to Paris for a gold medal, and the Northampton native did not disappoint.
Bears that are no longer afraid of humans are trailing New Hampshire campers in search of food.
A swam of dragonflies took over Misquamicut Beach in Rhode Island this weekend.
An adult black bear and a cub became trapped inside a car in Winsted, Connecticut.
The ice cream trail map highlights Massachusetts shops that use locally produced dairy.
New photos show an endangered North Atlantic right whale that's named after Fenway Park alongside her calf.