Last typewriter repair shop in Massachusetts closes as popularity explodes
Owner Tom Furrier is calling it a career after 45 years, and his end comes at a time when typewriters are exploding in popularity.
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Owner Tom Furrier is calling it a career after 45 years, and his end comes at a time when typewriters are exploding in popularity.
A woman with an alleged history of drunk driving who's accused of hitting a moped driver in Cambridge now faces upgraded charges after the man died.
Police in three different communities are investigating if overnight break-ins in Boston, Somerville and Cambridge are connected.
Three smoke shops in Greater Boston were targeted by thieves on the same night. Police are investigating if the break-ins are connected. WBZ-TV's Tammy Mutasa reports.
Cambridge City Councilor Paul Toner was back inside city hall Monday, facing his colleagues and neighbors for the first time since he was publicly accused of paying for sex at a high-end brothel.
By the close of 2024 there were 109 store vacancies across Cambridge.
A teen is spearheading a program in Cambridge that she hopes can help the planet with a simple change - improving people's diets.
The North Andover teachers union says the district has announced 40 cuts to educator staffing.
Cambridge City Councilor Paul Toner is now facing charges for allegedly buying sex at a high-end brothel.
Harvard is making tuition free for students from families with annual incomes of $200,000 or less.
The names of some alleged clients in a high-end brothel bust in Massachusetts were read aloud in court on Friday.
Accused clients in a high-end brothel bust in Massachusetts are expected to appear in court Friday. WBZ-TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
There are eyes in the sky over the campus of MIT and the stories behind them brought the artwork to life.
"The Pit," a longtime landmark in Harvard Square, has been demolished. Here's what's coming next.
"The Pit" landmark in Harvard Square has been demolished.
Baileigh Sinaman-Daniel is working to inspire young athletes and prove all her doubters wrong.
Harvard University says it is freezing hiring for now, citing changes brought on by the Trump administration.
A ceiling panel fell Thursday morning at the Harvard Square MBTA station, the same station where there were two incidents of items falling from the ceiling in 2023.
The family of an MIT student who was hit and killed by a box truck in Cambridge, Massachusetts last year are suing the truck's company for $30 million.
Inside a Cambridge warehouse, a team of talented carpenters are making magic for the American Repertory Theater's productions. WBZ-TV's David Wade reports.
A basketball player born with one arm just made history by scoring a basket during a game for Lesley University.
Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals officially honored their Woman of the Year, Cynthia Erivo, with a parade through Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts on Wednesday.
With the start of February this weekend, it's the beginning of Black History Month and Valentine's Day is right around the corner, with events commemorating both in Massachusetts, plus an event for ice cream lovers on Saturday.
This January has certainly been cold and icy so far but it doesn't mean we can't enjoy it! But if the cold isn't your thing, there's plenty of indoor activities going on in Massachusetts too.
Cynthia Erivo, who is starring in the hit musical "Wicked," was named as the 2025 Woman of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals.
For the first time in the Boston area, the total costs for one year at college will exceed $100,000 at two schools.
Neighbors for and against a new soccer venue in Everett showed up for a spirited community conversation.
The Boston Celtics swept a six-game road trip for the first time in franchise history with a 117-103 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night.
Ace left-hander Garrett Crochet has agreed to a record-breaking $170 million, six-year contract with the Boston Red Sox, according to a person familiar with the negotiations.
Owner Tom Furrier is calling it a career after 45 years, and his end comes at a time when typewriters are exploding in popularity.
Karen Read's retrial is taking place in the same courtroom, with the same judge, and the same county of potential jurors.
Expect downpours Monday night and more chances of rain later in the week around Boston.
In a game often rooted in tradition, a new baseball bat is making waves, shaking up the sport with its unique design and unprecedented results.
The judge in Karen Read's second trial ruled that the defense will not be allowed to blame Colin Albert as part of their third-party culprit defense.
This was the sixth consecutive March with well-below-average snowfall in Boston.
An experimental Alzheimer's treatment from Boston researchers may be able to treat both dementia and depression symptoms.
As the weather warms up, pet owners in Massachusetts are being reminded that tick season is officially here.
Bostonians are feeling grateful for the extra hour of daylight and a psychologist said it has added benefits.
A new report says 10 popular brands of synthetic braiding hair products have cancer-causing agents in them.
Massachusetts has the second-highest hospital bed occupancy in the nation - 86% - according to a recent study from the American Medical Association.
The hood of a Stoneham woman's 2015 Nissan Altima flew open while she was driving on Route 93.
A New Hampshire man's concert tickets purchased on StubHub were stolen by hackers. He reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action for help.
British Airways has restored a $7,300 travel credit for a Massachusetts family after they had to cancel a trip because of a medical emergency.
Gov. Maura Healey is moving to close a state-run hospital in Canton that is home to dozens of kids with special needs.
The CBS data team found near midair collisions are on the rise in the U.S.
Rep. Seth Moulton is calling on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign over a scandal involving messaging in a non-secure of sensitive information about a pending military action.
For most of its 54 years of existence, public broadcasting has been a target of conservatives who saw it as a political threat.
Rep. Lori Trahan said her constituents are concerned about service cuts and freezes instituted by the Trump administration.
Five years later, Jon Keller says the COVID pandemic left behind some positive changes, like working from home.
Rep. Bill Keating stood up for a transgender colleague but WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller said the fight may not be wise for Democrats.
A donut shop in Boston's West Roxbury neighborhood has been serving up freshly-made donuts and coffee for decades.
Story Land and Water Country are among a handful of New England attractions being sold to a new owner.
Seniors at Bentley College in Waltham say finding a job when they graduate is a tough proposition, especially with unemployment rising.
A candy shop in Boston's South End is making a massive splash on social media thanks to its popular Swedish candy.
TD Bank is closing 38 branches, including six of its stores 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 Boston Celtics swept a six-game road trip for the first time in franchise history with a 117-103 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night.
Ace left-hander Garrett Crochet has agreed to a record-breaking $170 million, six-year contract with the Boston Red Sox, according to a person familiar with the negotiations.
The Baltimore Orioles capped off Monday's home-opener celebration with an 8-5 win over the Boston Red Sox at Camden Yards.
Kristian Campbell is off to a hot start to his Major League career with the Boston Red Sox, and the rookie may be signing a long-term extension with the team in the near future.
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel touched on a number of topics as he held court with reporters from the AFC Coaches Breakfast at the NFL Annual Meetings on Monday.
Video captured what it looks like for Mount Washington crews to do their jobs in the face of 100 mph winds.
At the Broomstones Curling Club in Wayland, people of all ages are bonded through the increasingly popular sport.
A UMass student who was initially denied a $10,000 prize after making a half-court shot will be getting the money after all.
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.