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According to a survey from 29 state college and university administrators submitted to the state Board of Higher Education, more than a thousand students at state colleges are dealing with food insecurity or homelessness.
For nearly 28 years, Christmas In The City has helped thousands of families in need during the holiday season.
Christmas In The City's goal is to create a day and atmosphere where children and parents have to worry about anything.
A worker from Texas died inside a Braintree water tank Thursday morning after his equipment failed, cutting off the diver's air supply.
"Christmas in the City" uniqueness is that it is entirely run by volunteers and no paid staff.
Christmas In The City founders Jake Kennedy and his wife Sparky launched the organization when they thought of other children who are not so lucky.
State Police are looking for a taxi driver who they say crashed into a trooper's cruiser in Boston early Tuesday and then took off.
Prosecutors say there is video surveillance evidence against a Salem police officer arraigned on rape and indecent assault and battery charges Wednesday in Salem District Court.
As Learn to Cope continues to grow, support group meetings held by each chapter across the state are the backbone of helping people deal with the opioid and addiction crisis.
With the switch to all-electronic tolling on the Massachusetts Turnpike set to begin Friday, MassDOT wants drivers to be prepared for a "short-term inconvenience" as the old toll booths are demolished.
Every day, 78 people in the U.S. die from an opiate overdose - 29 from heroin alone. Each of the 25 chapters of "Learn to Cope" in Massachusetts holds a weekly group support meeting, where family members get together to share their addiction challenges, and hear from experienced facilitators.
A Level 3 sex offender who was recently cited in Weymouth for violating his parole was arrested in his new home of Boston.
Starting on Thursday, Cambridge will prohibit businesses from serving food or drinks in single-use, disposable polystyrene containers.
Every day, 78 people in the U.S. die from an opiate overdose - 29 from heroin alone. Today a recovering addict now leads group meetings through "Learn to Cope."
Thousands of campers are taking part in SOAR--Scouting's Outdoor Adventure--the largest urban camp-out they've ever done.
Learn to Cope,"a support organization, based in Taunton, offering education, resources, and peer support for families coping with a loved one addicted to opiates or other drugs.
Since 2002, this organization has helped nearly a million children thrive at home, at school, and at play
Cradles to Crayons has been given a 4-star rating by Charity Navigator, the country's largest charity evaluator. They've won this high rating for the 8th year in a row.
For ten years, Cradles to Crayons has distributed backpacks full of books and school supplies to children in need across the state, as they begin a new school year.
This month WBZ Cares features "Cradles to Crayons," a Boston-based organization which provides children from birth through age 12 with essential items - clothes shoes, school supplies and toys - which they need to thrive at home, at school, and at play.
A hearing is scheduled in Suffolk Superior Court Tuesday afternoon.
Flanked by several canine constituents, Gov. Charlie Baker signed a bipartisan bill Wednesday that protects pets left in hot cars--as well as those who break them out in order to rescue them.
About 30 cosplayers--dressed as Supergirl, The Joker, and many others--paraded around Faneuil Hall Thursday hoping to win Boston Comic Con tickets.
A day after a computer outage in Southwest Airline's system left hundreds of flights across the country cancelled, a long line of upset passengers gathered at the airline's counter at Logan Airport.
This month, the WBZ Cares Campaign is profiling St. Mary's Center for Women and Children in Dorchester, which provides housing, education and services for young women and their families.
This weekend in the Boston area you'll have your choice of celebrating the end of fall of the Christmas season.
The MBTA has long displayed wait times on the boards at stations in Greater Boston, but their latest development aims to bring that convenience to the palm of your hand.
Boston police are looking for a suspicious man accused of inappropriately touching students outside Snowden International School in the Back Bay.
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.
While the Celtics were at the White House Thursday celebrating their championship, high school students from across Massachusetts gathered in their practice gym in Allston to discuss race, religion, and discrimination.
How much total snow is Massachusetts forecast to get this winter? The WBZ NEXT Weather team shares their prediction.
The MBTA has long displayed wait times on the boards at stations in Greater Boston, but their latest development aims to bring that convenience to the palm of your hand.
Boston police are investigating the theft of $250,000 worth of jewelry from a locker at a high end spa and salon in Copley Square Tuesday afternoon.
As teacher strikes continue in three North Shore communities in Massachusetts, non-union employees at the schools like bus drivers and cafeteria workers are still hard at work.
Boston police are looking for a suspicious man accused of inappropriately touching students outside Snowden International School in the Back Bay.
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.
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.
The Boston Celtics will be welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden on Thursday to celebrate the franchise's 18th NBA Championship.
Cole Strange is back at practice for the New England Patriots, and detailed his frustrating recovery from a right knee injury that has sidelined him for nearly a year.
The New England Patriots will make their annual trip to South Beach this weekend to take on the Miami Dolphins.
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.
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.