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MIT Elects First Black Woman Student Body President In Its 159-Year History
Students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have elected a black woman as president of the Undergraduate Association for the first time in the school's history.
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Students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have elected a black woman as president of the Undergraduate Association for the first time in the school's history.
Retired U.S. Navy admiral William McRaven told members of MIT's graduating class Friday that they are the "real heroes" who will save the world from pandemics, war, climate change, poverty and racism.
Brookline Public Schools announced layoff notices went out to teachers Friday.
Saugus Public Schools staged a rolling rally for students Thursday after the event to celebrate their "unsung heroes" was cancelled.
A group of Massachusetts colleges and universities have submitted their recommendations for getting back to a "new normal."
Educators say we need to answer a whole series of questions before we can even think about reopening schools for the fall.
New state guidance allows for high schools to hold in-person, outdoor graduation ceremonies starting July 19.
Home to more than 100 colleges and universities, Massachusetts is trying to decide what its path forward will be due to coronavirus.
They'll face off against other "elite K-12 instructors" for a $100,000 grand prize.
Plans for the reopening of schools will be announced in the upcoming weeks as part of the Massachusetts coronavirus plan.
The Superintendent of Billerica Public Schools says staggered schedules and lunches delivered right to classrooms might be part of the school's social distancing effort.
With all school buildings closed in the state for the rest of the school year, many families are struggling with basic needs.
Boston College has reached an agreement to take over nearby Pine Manor College in a deal that the schools say will better serve minority and low-income students.
There is an online push from some members of the Class of 2020 who don't want to miss out on graduation because of coronavirus.
A Massachusetts-based company is attempting to show parents, who are now having to substitute as teachers for their children, how to make the most of a moment outside.
Forecasters believe that there is a legitimate chance for northern lights sightings in New England.
A person who was driving a scooter has been arrested in connection with a shooting in Jamaica Plain Monday afternoon.
A swam of dragonflies took over Misquamicut Beach in Rhode Island this weekend.
Frederick Richard and Stephen Nedoroscik helped U.S. men's gymnastics break an Olympic medal drought.
Liquor licenses are some one of the largest hurdles for restaurant owners to clear. Data out of Boston shows a deep racial disparity between those who have them.
Patriots defensive star Christian Barmore is out indefinitely with blood clots.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer question about how long to keep a child home with COVID.
Big Y and Stop & Shop supermarket locations temporarily closed their delis in the wake of a listeria outbreak linked to deli meat products.
If you're thinking of getting a tattoo, a new study shows there's some concern about the safety of tattoo ink.
A new study finds having anxiety may have long-term negative effects on the brain.
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.
An 84-year-old Navy veteran paid a shop thousands of dollars for a headstone. Two years later he still had nothing, until he reached out to WBZ's Call For Action.
Just days after the judge in the Karen Read case announced a mistrial, lawyers for the Mansfield woman are now looking to dismiss two of the charges against her.
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.
With Kamala Harris in and Joe Biden out, Donald Trump is now the oldest major-party presidential nominee ever.
Has the news media been too focused on President Joe Biden's age and health, as more Democrats urge him to leave the presidential race?
For undecided voters, Jon Keller said Trump's RNC speech disrupted, at least temporarily, the negative impressions that fuel his unpopularity.
Yankee Candle is laying off about 100 workers in Massachusetts amid a decline in the fragrance business.
Stop & Shop says it will be closing 32 stores this year and eight of them are in Massachusetts.
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.
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.
Wilyer Abreu capped a 12-pitch at-bat with an RBI single and Masataka Yoshida hit the next pitch for a two-run homer as the Boston Red Sox scored seven runs in the third inning on the way to a 14-7 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Monday night.
Team USA is battling for gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics. See how their medal haul stacks up against other countries in this count.
Major League Baseball's trade deadline is Tuesday at 6 p.m. ET.
New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo said star defensive tackle Christian Barmore is out indefinitely after being diagnosed with blood clots.
Team USA head coach Steve Kerr said he felt like "an idiot" not playing Celtics star Jayson Tatum on Sunday.
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.
A Massachusetts woman got a big surprise when she was checking her lottery tickets.