Birds rescued from oil spill in Muddy River returned back home
Dozens of ducks and geese that were left covered in oil from a spill in the Muddy River were released back into the wild.
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Dozens of ducks and geese that were left covered in oil from a spill in the Muddy River were released back into the wild.
Dozens of birds rescued from an oil spill in Brookline's Muddy River last month have returned home. WBZ-TV's Samantha Chaney reports.
Otto the dog fell through the ice on Long Pond in Little Compton while trying to chase a bird. Firefighters came to the rescue when he was about 50 yards from shore and got Otto warmed up.
Staff at the New England Wildlife Center are hard at work cleaning dozens of birds after 100 gallons of oil spilled into Boston's Muddy River earlier this week.
Staff at the New England Wildlife Center are hard at work cleaning dozens of birds after 100 gallons of oil spilled into Boston's Muddy River earlier this week. WBZ-TV's Logan Hall reports.
A red-tailed hawk is fighting for its life in Massachusetts, the latest predatory bird to fall victim to ingesting a controversial rodenticide.
The waters off of Cape Cod, Massachusetts are teeming with life, especially dolphins. More than ever, these animals are getting stranded on the shore, with the number spiking this year.
The MSPCA will send veterinarians to North Carolina to help animals impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey paid a visit to Nibi the beaver Friday, who will now stay at a wildlife rescue thanks to the governor's intervention. WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey paid a visit to Nibi the beaver Friday, who will now stay at a wildlife rescue thanks to the governor's intervention.
Even before Kenny Chesney filled Gillette Stadium three nights in a row last month, several Massachusetts charities were already cheering his quiet generosity.
Two dozen dogs arrived in Massachusetts early Wednesday from Charleston, South Carolina, just hours before Tropical Storm Debby hit.
Dracut Police are searching for the person who dumped dozens of guinea pigs in a wooded area behind a Dracut restaurant.
The Animal Rescue League of Boston said the 9-week-old kitten is now in foster care and will be available for adoption some time next week.
A firefighter went into the storm drain and removed all 12 ducklings, getting them into a bucket and bringing them to safety.
The endangered African penguin species can now be seen at Boston's New England Aquarium thanks to rescue efforts by SAFE African Penguin program.
The horses were on a truck to cross into Mexico when a stranger asked Smokey Chestnut Farm Rescue in Norton for help. WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
The animals are now living at the MSPCA's Nevins Farm. WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
A Massachusetts state trooper came to the rescue of an injured owl on the side of the road on Easter morning.
A Massachusetts state trooper came to the rescue of an injured owl on the side of the road on Easter morning.
Twenty-seven golden retrievers were rescued from a home in Hopkinton, Rhode Island, where police said they were living in "horrendous" conditions.
Twenty-seven golden retrievers were rescued from a home in Hopkinton, Rhode Island, where police said they were living in "horrendous" conditions.
A good Samaritan came to the rescue of a puppy found wandering on the ramp to 93 in Boston.
A good Samaritan came to the rescue of a puppy found wandering on the ramp to 93 in Boston.
A cat found in a Boston parking lot with severe burns is now being treated by the MSPCA, which is looking to reunite him with his family.
The Western Conference-leading Winnipeg Jets beat the Boston Bruins 6-2 on Thursday night.
Two young figure skaters with promising futures in the sport were killed in a plane crash near Washington, D.C.
Avana Epperson-Temple, President of the Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association, says one of the best investments you can make is the investment in yourself.
Two young figure skaters and their mothers died when an American Airlines plane and a Black Hawk helicopter crashed in Washington D.C. Wednesday.
Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown will play in his fourth NBA All-Star game next month, after being named an Eastern Conference reserve on Thursday.
The Skating Club of Boston lost two coaches, two young skaters and their two mothers in the deadly crash of American Airlines Flight 5342 in Washington, D.C.
Two young figure skaters and their mothers died when an American Airlines plane and a Black Hawk helicopter crashed in Washington D.C. Wednesday.
The predominant precipitation type will be rain. However, there will be some snow before all is said and done.
The Skating Club of Boston, which lost six community members in the D.C. plane crash, suffered a similar tragedy in 1961.
Members of The Skating Club of Boston gathered at the rink Thursday to share their grief about the six members of the community who were killed in a plane crash.
The humble egg is now a source of frustration for millions of shoppers around the U.S, who face soaring prices and shortages. What's going on?
A Boston hospital has a new approach that allows patients to get diagnosed and treated in one trip to the OR.
The Matthew Perry Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital are partnering on an addiction medicine fellowship.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s cousin urged senators to reject his nomination as health and human services secretary.
A new order would allow ICE agents to make arrests at schools, including in Massachusetts, adding to the stress that many children are feeling about their families and their friends.
The CBS data team found near midair collisions are on the rise in the U.S.
A truck driver was fined $210 for a crash that caused more than a million dollars in damage.
If you carry a credit card balance, beware. You'll be paying a lot more for those Christmas gifts due to rising interest rates.
A family visiting Boston left behind a videotape with precious memories in their rental car.
A Cape Cod woman reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action after struggling to get her health insurance provider to approve an overnight hospital stay for a major surgical procedure.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the controversial choice for Secretary of Health and Human Services, faced tough questions from Massachusetts and New Hampshire senators on vaccines and abortion at his confirmation hearing.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt blamed the media for government-caused confusion in her first press briefing.
John Deaton, who ran against Elizabeth Warren in the Massachusetts Senate race, talks about the state of politics on the national and local level,
Josh Kraft, the son of New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, is running against Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, WBZ-TV has confirmed.
Despite the MBTA Communities Act, there is still resistance in many areas to affordable housing development.
A viral TikTok video lasted 11 seconds, but it made a huge impact on Oriental Gourmet on Vernon Street in Quincy.
Johnny Cupcakes is closing its flagship Boston T-shirt store after 18 years on Newbury Street.
The upcoming closures of Nordstrom department stores at two Massachusetts malls will result in 300 workers losing their jobs.
Nordstrom is closing stores that anchor two Massachusetts malls.
Many stores and supermarkets in Massachusetts are open Christmas Eve but closing early.
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 Western Conference-leading Winnipeg Jets beat the Boston Bruins 6-2 on Thursday night.
Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown will play in his fourth NBA All-Star game next month, after being named an Eastern Conference reserve on Thursday.
Former Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier is being investigated by federal prosecutors for potentially manipulating his performance in games as part of an illegal sports gambling scheme
The Bruins will get a boost on their blue line on Thursday night, as defenseman Charlie McAvoy will rejoin the lineup when Boston hosts the Winnipeg Jets at TD Garden.
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye will get his first taste of the NFL's Pro Bowl Games on Thursday night.
A hawk was hit by a driver on 495 in Chelmsford and got stuck in the SUV's grille.
Why are there giant pink inflatable sculptures in downtown Boston? It's part of a new art installation.
Centuries-old angels have been uncovered at the Old North Church in Boston, made famous by Paul Revere's midnight ride.
A dog trainer in Massachusetts managed to create the perfect "dog nativity scene" that's going viral on social media.
Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a 20-year-old blind cat who was seen floating on a piece of ice in Westford.