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Massachusetts College Distances Itself From Illinois Namesake
Wheaton College in Norton said it's in no way affiliated with a suburban Chicago Christian college of the same name.
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Wheaton College in Norton said it's in no way affiliated with a suburban Chicago Christian college of the same name.
Endicott College broke ground this week on a new residence hall that will be named after the man who inspired the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge--and offered a full scholarship to his baby daughter.
The report by The Chronicle of Higher Education looks at base pay, bonuses and other compensation for school leaders.
The superintendent of schools in Newton wants to take some of the intense pressure off high school students and their parents.
The creator of the page claims to be a Harvard student.
Test prep with private tutors or classes can be expensive. So MIT grads started an online course and their materials are free.
At the Ahern Middle School in Foxboro, the commitment to the music program is impressive.
Rhodes scholarships provide all expenses for two or three years of study at the University of Oxford in England.
As debates about race and other social issues flare on campuses, college presidents are increasingly intervening to draw a line when cultural sensitivity conflicts with freedom of speech.
The hybrid test will combine elements of MCAS and PARCC.
A Randolph social studies teacher was honored during a surprise Friday assembly when she received a prestigious award given out to the top educators in the country.
The state had been mulling whether to replace MCAS with another test — PARCC.
State education officials are about to decide on a key graduation requirement for students across the state.
The school's crest is the coat-of-arms of a slaveholder.
Math teachers are taking advantage of a local historic treasure for their lessons.
The family of a murdered Weymouth police officer shared years of heartbreak as his killer apologized in court Wednesday.
A group of teachers hiking through the Blue Hills Reservation were shocked after spotting two rattlesnakes intertwined in the middle of the walking path.
It's a foreign concept, but Happy Hour could be making a return to Massachusetts.
Here's who's eligible for free community college in Massachusetts, what's covered, how to apply and more.
A long-awaited upgrade is coming to the MBTA, as the "Tap to Pay" system is coming to buses and subways in the Boston area Thursday.
A new TikTok trending topic, "cortisol face," is getting lots of attention on the app and experts are talking about what causes it.
A new study finds many women with breast cancer may be able to avoid undergoing a double mastectomy.
Lawmakers and nurses in Ayer rallied to voice their opposition to Steward Health Care's decision to close Nashoba Valley Medical Center.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
The Boston Red Sox beat the Seattle Mariners 3-2 Wednesday.
Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick is keeping busy during his time away from the sideline.
The Seattle Mariners beat the Boston Red Sox 10-6 on Tuesday night.
The Red Sox bolstered their bullpen with the addition of veteran relievers Luis García and Lucas Sims in separate deals before Tuesday's trade deadline.
A day after having animated discussions with front office members during training camp, Patriots pass rusher Matthew Judon was a notable absence from Tuesday's practice.
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.