Coakley Wants Laws To Track Scrap Metal Sales
Stealing metal such as copper or brass from abandoned houses has become big business.
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Stealing metal such as copper or brass from abandoned houses has become big business.
A 12-year-old boy died at a soccer camp in Holden Monday.
Hearings were held in Fall River for two health inspectors, who have been on paid leave since the body of a woman was found at a state-run pool last month.
Rescuers managed to revive a three-year-old who nearly drowned Saturday in Plymouth.
Police in Lowell are searching for a suspect after a woman was sexually assaulted while out on a late morning run.
A mother and her adult son were shot at a home in Rockland Friday morning in what police say was apparently a drug deal.
One man is dead following a shooting and a car fire in Brockton overnight.
A judge has taken under advisement a move by the state's attorney general to freeze Dimasi's state pension benefits, pending his scheduled sentencing in September.
Lawmakers on Beacon Hill are considering legislation that would require all teachers in Massachusetts be trained in CPR.
Massachusetts lawmakers are considering a bill that would legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes.
The MBTA has begun a new security initiative to install more cameras on buses and train platforms.
Looking for some peace and quiet? Starting today, you can find that on the commuter rail. WBZ NewsRadio 1030's Doug Cope explains from North Station.
Federal officials are hoping more tornado victims in western and central Massachusetts come forward to register for disaster assistance as several more disaster recovery centers open this week.
A Hingham teen has died following a tragic accident just a week after graduation.
Officials are investigating the death of a Waltham man who apparently drowned while fishing in Rockport.
The towns blasted by Wednesday's tornadoes are still picking through the ruins and cleaning up, but in Springfield, children will resume a part of their normal routine on Monday.
Thousands of fans came out dressed in black and gold to see the Bruins off to Vancouver Monday afternoon.
A woman was killed while she was walking on a highway in Sunday early Sunday morning.
Caroline Kennedy and other members of the Kennedy family have marked the anniversary of President John F. Kennedy's birth with the naming of a U.S. Navy ship.
The Massachusetts Secretary of State wants to see how financial advisers are using Facebook and Twitter.
WBZ's Doug Cope says when you push at a child, your child will push back.
WBZ's Doug Cope is asking you to take part in a survey about fatherhood and how it's changed over the years.
WBZ's Doug Cope talks about how to handle the dreaded report card.
A former Patrick administration official has testified he doesn't believe a software contract would have been included in a 2007 emergency bond bill if Sal DiMasi hadn't pressed officials to include it.
WBZ's Doug Cope spoke with Patty James, a certified natural chef, nutritionist, and co-author of the book, "More Vegetables Please!"
Legendary New England Patriots kicker Adam Vinatieri is one step closer to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
The North Carolina Tar Heels play at Fenway Park on Saturday, but new head coach Bill Belichick is not in attendance.
A unique store in Boston's South End is offering bottles of non-alcoholic drink options to customers, ideal for those hoping to give up alcohol for Dry January.
Jaylen Brown scored a season-high 44 points, including six 3-pointers, and the Boston Celtics snapped a two-game skid with a 142-105 rout over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night.
Sean Monahan scored twice in his 800th NHL game, helping Columbus beat the Boston Bruins 6-2 Friday night and extending the Blue Jackets' home win streak to three games.
A business owner in Brockton is moving his tech support company out of the city, saying he's fed up with homelessness and the associated issues plaguing downtown.
The victims of a suspected carbon monoxide incident in Wakefield, New Hampshire have been identified as the Goldstein family from Massachusetts.
The Mega Millions jackpot winner could either take the cash payout of $549.7 million or the $1.22 billion annuity paid out over 30 years.
Boston is a such a safe city that law enforcement is now seeing homicide numbers that haven't been a reality since the 1950s.
A unique store in Boston's South End is offering bottles of non-alcoholic drink options to customers, ideal for those hoping to give up alcohol for Dry January.
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
If beauty products are on your Christmas list this year, one Massachusetts doctor is urging you to check labels for ingredients that may be hazardous to your health.
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Minnesota Vikings legend and NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss said he is "battling something internal" and asked for prayers on Sunday.
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
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.
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.
In a year-end interview with WBZ-TV, Gov. Maura Healey had a message for the handful of Massachusetts communities that designate themselves as "sanctuary" cities for immigrants: "We are not a sanctuary state."
How do you keep political drama from poisoning important relationships during the holidays?
Consumers haggle over the price of big-ticket items like homes and cars. So should they also bargain over the cost of college tuition?
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn joined WBZ-TV this week for a one-on-one interview for Sunday's "Keller At Large."
Many stores and supermarkets in Massachusetts are open Christmas Eve but closing early.
Holiday shoppers his the malls on Saturday to get last-minute gifts and a little bit of holiday cheer.
A romance bookstore - the first in the Boston area - has opened its doors in Cambridge, giving fans of the genre the chance to revel in romantic reads.
Ocean State Job Lot announced this week it is taking over another Christmas Tree Shops location, this one in North Attleboro.
Massachusetts is getting closer to allowing pot cafes and other sites for social marijuana consumption.
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.
Legendary New England Patriots kicker Adam Vinatieri is one step closer to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
The North Carolina Tar Heels play at Fenway Park on Saturday, but new head coach Bill Belichick is not in attendance.
Jaylen Brown scored a season-high 44 points, including six 3-pointers, and the Boston Celtics snapped a two-game skid with a 142-105 rout over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night.
Sean Monahan scored twice in his 800th NHL game, helping Columbus beat the Boston Bruins 6-2 Friday night and extending the Blue Jackets' home win streak to three games.
The Patriots are hoping to play spoiler against the Chargers on Saturday, as they look to close out a disappointing 2024 season on a couple of high notes.
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.
The Mount Washington Observatory shared photos of staff members hanging ten on "rime ice" formations.
A unique ATM tree in Greenfield, Massachusetts was hit by thieves in a heist.