Ivy colleges favor rich kids, but middle-class students face obstacles
Students from middle-income families are the least likely to gain admission to elite universities in the U.S., Harvard researchers say.
Students from middle-income families are the least likely to gain admission to elite universities in the U.S., Harvard researchers say.
Wesleyan University in Connecticut has announced that it's ending legacy admissions.
Wesleyan University in Connecticut has announced that it's ending legacy admissions.
The small engineering college is still evaluating how the end of affirmative action will affect the admissions process.
WBZ-TV's Louisa Moller reports.
The suit alleges that Harvard's legacy preference has nothing to do with merit, adding that it takes away slots from qualified students of color.
Some Harvard University students protested on campus Saturday vowing to fight on, after the Supreme Court ended race-based affirmative action in college admissions.
WBZ TV's Beth Germano reports
WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
The Supreme Court's polarizing decision about affirmative action now has future college students processing how it will impact their prospects.
The U.S Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in college admissions, a decision that is reverberating across campuses nationwide.
The U.S Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in college admissions, a decision that is reverberating across campuses nationwide.
A Supreme Court decision has colleges and universities scrambling to restructure its admissions process.
WBZ-TV’s Jon Keller said this should be a wake up call to the entire educational system.
A Supreme Court decision has colleges and universities scrambling to restructure its admissions process. WBZ-TV's Tiffany Chan reports.
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.
Natalie Brand of CBS News reports.
WBZ TV's Paula Ebben reports.
WBZ TV's Paula Ebben reports.
Jon Keller says the Supreme Court decision to end race-based college admissions is the new version of the controversial "don't ask, don't tell" policy.
Presidents of dozens of colleges in Massachusetts called the Supreme Court's decision to end affirmative action Thursday "disappointing."
Students, Chief Justice John Roberts wrote, must be evaluated based on their experiences "as an individual — not on the basis of race."
With the Supreme Court poised to decide two cases challenging the consideration of race in college and university admissions, advocates both for and against discuss maintaining or eliminating the policy.
A Belmont woman is upset and scared after she says someone shot her cat with a BB gun.
The CEO of Vineyard Wind was in a public meeting answering questions about the damaged turbine blade when he abruptly left.
On Wednesday, Boston released a "Rat Action Plan" to tackle the city's serious rodent problem.
Brookline police say a 68-year-old man is accused of trailing teenage joggers and exposing himself while in possession of a stun gun and handcuffs in his truck.
A brand-new exhibit opened up on Wednesday at the Museum of Science about our changing climate and the solutions to solve it.
More pieces from the damaged Vineyard Wind turbine blade have fallen into the ocean.
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said President Biden is experiencing mild symptoms after testing positive for COVID-19.
A Belmont woman is upset and scared after she says someone shot her cat with a BB gun.
This month is on pace to be the most humid July on record in Boston.
The National Weather Service said a Tuesday night storm in New Hampshire was not a tornado.
Researchers are developing a new experimental nasal spray that may help treat patients with dementia.
Having trouble sleeping? New study finds participating in short bursts of activity before bed can help you sleep longer.
A recent study in the U.K. discovered those who walk or bike to work are more mentally and physically fit compared to those who don't.
A new survey found that more than 50% of Gen Z are using TikTok for health advice.
One area that's often overlooked when we talk about extreme heat is its impact on medications, and many drugs don't do well in warm temperatures.
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.
The I-Team's Call for Action helped an Ipswich woman who spent years trying to get to the bottom of a mistake that was affecting her credit score.
A reformed romance scammer is speaking out, sharing with the I-Team how he got women to send him tens of thousands of dollars.
Jon Keller says Donald Trump chose not to unite the nation by selecting Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate.
Jon Keller takes a look at the short-term political implications of the Trump assassination attempt.
Longtime Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria says a proposed soccer stadium is a key part of the solution to dwindling commercial revenues.
While the race for the White House has been mostly focused on President Biden and his widely-panned debate performance, his challenger Donald Trump is now breaking his post-debate silence.
Two big meetings were held in Washington Tuesday as House and Senate Democrats gathered separately to talk about President Biden and the future his candidacy.
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.
While Jaylen Brown's assessment on Bronny James didn't sit well with Lakers fans, Bronny's agent had no issues with the Celtics star sharing his opinion.
There is a new man in charge of the Patriots, with Jerod Mayo set to host his first training camp as head coach of New England.
While their top pick was a power-hitting outfielder, the Red Sox focused on pitching at the 2024 MLB Draft.
An incredible season continued for Jarren Duran on Tuesday, when the Red Sox outfielder took home MVP honors of the 2024 MLB All-Star Game.
Jarren Duran turned some heads in his first All-Star Game, hitting a tiebreaking two-run homer for the American League and being awarded the MVP trophy.
The 93-mile Lamoille Valley Rail Trail is now open in Vermont.
For the second time this year, a flamingo has been spotted on Cape Cod.
The Coast Guard came to the rescue of Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy after his boat lost power off Nantucket.
A humpback whale was caught on video leaping out of the water in Kittery, Maine.
Harvard researchers suggest intelligent beings concealed on Earth could be responsible for UFO sightings.