Olin College committed to racial diversity despite end of affirmative action
The small engineering college is still evaluating how the end of affirmative action will affect the admissions process.
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The small engineering college is still evaluating how the end of affirmative action will affect the admissions process.
Monopoly may be teaching your children more than you know.
Both processes for college acceptance have been called unfair.
A Supreme Court decision has colleges and universities scrambling to restructure its admissions process.
Harvard says it will determine how to preserve the university's "essential values" after the Supreme Court ended the use of affirmative action in college admissions.
Presidents of dozens of colleges in Massachusetts called the Supreme Court's decision to end affirmative action Thursday "disappointing."
Massachusetts is considering major changes to physical and sexual education but some parents don't like it.
Dozens of school superintendents across Massachusetts are asking lawmakers to make free school meals permanent.
In November, a water main break at the Mary Burke Elementary complex forced students to miss two days of education. Inside that building, there are four different elementary schools.
The trip to Thompson Island from Boston may only be a 30-minute boat ride, but it feels like a world away.
Applied Behavior Analyst Alexis Munoz runs the before-school program, the after-school program, a scholars program and coaches the boys basketball team at Edison K8 School.
A seventh grade student at Central Middle School in Quincy brought an unloaded gun to school on Tuesday, school officials said.
A paraprofessional at the Henderson Inclusion School in Dorchester was assaulted by a student.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced an ambitious plan Tuesday to revamp two high schools in the city.
A summer program is helping Boston teenagers accomplish their dreams of becoming filmmakers.
A sizable storm could impact the northeast toward the end of the Thanksgiving travel week. Here's the latest forecast.
When is the best time to travel this Thanksgiving week? AAA provides a look at what time you might want to hit the road.
Christian Gonzalez is good-to-go for the New England Patriots for Sunday's Week 12 tilt against the Miami Dolphins.
The New England Patriots are hoping to get back on track in Miami this weekend, but a matchup with the Dolphins isn't usually a recipe for success.
Former Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery was not unemployed for long.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
Massachusetts voters approved ballot questions on the auditor's authority and the MCAS, but lawmakers may still tinker with them.
Donald Trump won 75 cities and towns in Massachusetts in the 2024 election. Eleven of them voted Democrat four years ago.
If you were looking for surprises, the 2024 election likely wasn't for you.
John Deaton said he believes Sen. Elizabeth Warren is creating divisiveness in the state
The CEO of TJ Maxx says President-elect Trump's tariffs plan could be good for business.
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
The Museum of Ice Cream will open its doors this December in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.
It appears Tree House Brewing Company has big plans to expand in Boston, according to filings with the city.
Here's where to find Veterans Day 2024 free food offers and discounts at restaurants in Massachusetts.
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.
Christian Gonzalez is good-to-go for the New England Patriots for Sunday's Week 12 tilt against the Miami Dolphins.
Former Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery was not unemployed for long.
Brad Marchand's goal midway through the third period proved to be the winner and the Boston Bruins won their second straight game under interim coach Joe Sacco, beating the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 Saturday night.
Boston College coach Bill O'Brien showed his team the final drive that led up to Heisman Trophy winner Doug Flutie's Hail Mary pass 40 years ago, expressing the need for them to play a complete game.
Grant Jordan passed for 287 yards and two touchdowns, Joshua Pitsenberger had touchdowns receiving and rushing, and Yale beat Harvard 34-29 on Saturday in the 140th playing of The Game.
Researchers spotted a right whale in Cape Cod Bay exhibiting behavior that is typically seen later in the season.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.
