Majority of U.S. bridges lack impact protection. Will anything change?
There are 4,207 bridges in the U.S. that allow ships to pass under them. Of those, only 36% are described as having functional pier protection.
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There are 4,207 bridges in the U.S. that allow ships to pass under them. Of those, only 36% are described as having functional pier protection.
A massive salvaging effort is underway to reopen the Port of Baltimore after the deadly collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Maryland State Police Colonel Roland Butler said divers located two men around 10 a.m. in about 25 feet of water at the middle span of the bridge.
The Port of Baltimore is a major supply route that is now in jeopardy with the devastating collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge this week.
The collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge could have an economic impact in Boston and beyond, experts say.
WBZ TV's Anna Meiler reports.
Officials are investigating what caused the Dali to hit Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge just minutes after leaving port.
Massachusetts Maritime Academy has a simulator that helps prepare mariners for operating massive container ships.
Mariners receive in-depth training on what it's like to operate a container ship.
Six people were missing and presumed dead after Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge crumbled when a large container ship hit a support column, authorities said.
The firefighters treated the team to hotdogs and ice cream while they waited for a new bus to arrive.
A rally to mark Juneteenth, a celebration of the Emancipation Proclamation reaching the slaves in Texas, focused on anti-police brutality on Saturday in Roxbury.
American Pharoah won the second leg of the Triple Crown at the Preakness Stakes on a rainy Saturday.
Hundreds of Boston protesters joined thousands marching nationwide Saturday to protest the death of Baltimore's Freddie Gray while in police custody.
The Baltimore City state's attorney has deep ties to Boston law enforcement.
Baltimore City State Attorney Marilyn Mosby, who announced charges against the officers allegedly responsible for the death of Freddie Gray, has significant Massachusetts connections in her background.
It's the handiwork of people who insist on making the same mistakes over and over.
Former Boston police commissioner and current WBZ security analyst Ed Davis provided perspective on the riots in Baltimore.
A strange night at Camden Yards for the Boston Red Sox ended with manager John Farrell wondering how their bus was going to weave through Baltimore to the safety of the team hotel.
The Boston Red Sox were edged by the Orioles in 10 innings Saturday night in Baltimore.
A Southwest Airlines flight to Boston was diverted Thursday after an electrical smell was detected in the cabin.
One of two people accused of kidnapping a woman and putting her in the trunk of a car has been captured in Baltimore.
Here is how players, sports pros and regular folks reacted to Ray Rice's suspension on Twitter.
A new app that allows people to find parking spaces in Boston is being shut down in response to a vote by the city council.
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.
Gloucester students will be back in school Monday after the teacher strike ended.
After being inspired by a school visit from WBZ-TV meteorologist Jacob Wycoff, third grader Hailey Crowshaw put together an impressive weather forecast of her own.
The CEO of TJ Maxx says President-elect Trump's tariffs plan could be good for business.
David Ortiz really wants to see the Red Sox sign Juan Soto this winter, and believe the team will do what it takes to land the bigger name available this offseason.
Gloucester students will be back in school Monday after the teacher strike ended.
The CEO of TJ Maxx says President-elect Trump's tariffs plan could be good for business.
How much total snow is Massachusetts forecast to get this winter? The WBZ NEXT Weather team shares their prediction.
Massachusetts finally got some rain, but was it enough to douse the brush fires?
"Wicked" and "Gladiator II" are finally in movie theaters, but you won't see them in the second largest city in Massachusetts.
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.
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.
David Ortiz really wants to see the Red Sox sign Juan Soto this winter, and believe the team will do what it takes to land the bigger name available this offseason.
Joe Sacco is undefeated as head coach of the Boston Bruins.
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft will have to wait at least one more year to get into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Joonas Korpisalo stopped 21 shots, Elias Lindholm scored the game's only goal, and the Boston Bruins beat the Utah Hockey Club 1-0 on Thursday night in their first game since the team fired coach Jim Montgomery.
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.