How you can avoid complex gift card scams and package thefts
It's not just so-called "porch pirates" looking to put a damper on the holiday gift giving, scammers are getting more creative than ever.
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It's not just so-called "porch pirates" looking to put a damper on the holiday gift giving, scammers are getting more creative than ever.
WBZ-TV's Lisa Hughes reports.
The Black Friday rush hit like years of old across Massachusetts, and in particular at South Shore Plaza in Braintree. The parking lots were full, and the stores had lines into the late hours of the morning.
With October in full swing, make the most of all the Halloween happenings taking place across Massachusetts this weekend!
A teenager girl was seriously hurt early Sunday morning when she was hit by a car in Braintree.
Vincenzo DiRado has been a repairing shoes for nearly 80 years. He's leaving his business at age 91 to take care of his wife.
After 79 years as a cobbler, Vincenzo DiRado is preparing to retire. WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
A retired Braintree officer used his boat to drag the burning boat away from the dock at the Metropolitan Boat Club.
It has been a harrowing journey for a local family who was caught in the deadly wildfires in Maui.
WBZ-TV's Tammy Mutasa reports.
A Braintree family was stuck in a rental Jeep as the wildfires spread.
Newton triple homicide; Teens shot and killed in Braintree; MBTA leaders talk safety improvements; Latest forecast
Braintree Police are still looking for the suspects responsible for shooting two teenagers in a car in Braintree on Sunday morning.
The MBTA held a massive train derailment emergency response drill in Braintree Sunday morning.
A ceremony was held in Braintree on Saturday to honor fallen heroes ahead of Memorial Day.
Police said the victim did have a neck injury, but they were unsure what caused the injury.
A popular ice cream shop in Braintree had some explaining to do after customers noticed a hike in price.
WBZ-TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
Haley Leahy is on a mission to get back a bench that offers her more than a place to sit.
Haley Leahy is on a mission to get back a bench that offers her more than a place to sit. WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
Young women got the chance to connect with mentors and role models Sunday at the "Girls Day - Beauty and Business Brunch" in Braintree.
WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
A man who was attacked inside a Braintree home may have been targeted due to online gaming, police said.
Louie, a Pitbull mix, was rescued by Braintree police two weeks ago.
Wintry weather mix; Street racing may have led to deadly I-93 crash; Train car removed from highway; Young patients at Disney on Ice
A Massachusetts fire chief wants children near the Great Barrington wildfire to know that everything is going to be OK.
The Boston Celtics will be welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden on Thursday to celebrate the franchise's 18th NBA Championship.
Two neighboring businesses in Everett, Massachusetts are bringing peanut butter and beer together for a good cause.
Schools in three Massachusetts communities are closed yet again, and the pressure is mounting for striking teachers and their school committees to reach contract deals.
People in Holbrook, Massachusetts said they woke up to muddy water coming out of their pipes this week.
If you buy tickets to a concert or game in Massachusetts and suddenly can't go, it's going to be a lot more difficult to get rid of them.
The Boston Celtics will be welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden on Thursday to celebrate the franchise's 18th NBA Championship.
People in Holbrook said they woke up to muddy water coming out of their pipes this week.
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
A Massachusetts fire chief wants children near the Great Barrington wildfire to know that everything is going to be OK.
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 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.
Seven Stop & Shop stores in Massachusetts will be closing permanently on Oct. 31.
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 Celtics will be welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden on Thursday to celebrate the franchise's 18th NBA Championship.
Bruins GM Don Sweeney said "change is hard," but he believes it was the right time to fire head coach Jim Montgomery as the team struggles early in the season.
The defending NBA champions held off the league's hottest team on Tuesday night in Boston.
The Boston Bruins have fired head coach Jim Montgomery after a sluggish start to the season.
The Boston Celtics will welcome the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers to TD Garden on Tuesday night, a highly anticipated early-season showdown between the two best teams in the Eastern Conference.
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.