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Menino & Other Mass. Mayors Urge National Government To Settle Debt Ceiling Crisis
Mayors from across Massachusetts are calling upon national lawmakers to reach a deal in the debt ceiling talks.
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Mayors from across Massachusetts are calling upon national lawmakers to reach a deal in the debt ceiling talks.
Sen. Kerry is blaming "a few ideological extremists" in the Republican Party for jeopardizing the nation's economy by refusing to negotiate a deal to raise the nation's debt limit ahead of an Aug. 2 deadline.
Mitt Romney added another layer to his criticism of Barack Obama's handling of the economy, saying Tuesday that Obama made the recession "deeper and longer than it needed to be."
A still uncertain economy is just one factor in why some vacationers are following the old saying, "there's no place like home."
The Massachusetts House of Representatives and Senate have approved a compromise $30.6 billion state budget for 2012. Senators voted 33-4 to approve the spending plan on Friday. That vote followed a 150-2 House vote.
There's some disappointing news about the economy. A slow recovery is sputtering. Jon Keller is at large.
Thousands of Bay State homeowners are underwater with their mortgages, but they are still faring better than many other states.
A new study is documenting dramatic differences in the price that Massachusetts hospitals charge for similar procedures.
Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley is warning gas stations against price gouging as the cost of gasoline continues to climb.
Gov. Deval Patrick has signed legislation to ensure unemployed workers who exhaust their state benefits remain eligible for federally-funded benefit extensions.
Webster police are investigating what appears to be a tragic case of domestic homicide that left a 50-year-old wife and mother dead.
Economist Jeff Miron visits NightSide to talk about how the economy works.
Pizza delivery driver Brian Carlson can log sixty miles a day getting his orders to customers. But with gas prices skyrocketing, these days he's starting to lose his profits.
State officials say Massachusetts has spent $5.5 billion in federal stimulus funds and more than 71,000 people in the state have received paychecks as a result of those funds since the program began nearly two years ago.
WBZ NewsRadio 1030's Financial Editor Dave Caruso reports on a mixed economic report this morning.
Massachusetts is facing at least a $1 billion budget gap, but Gov. Deval Patrick says there is no need for the state to consider filing for bankruptcy.
The number of completed foreclosures in Massachusetts increased 32 percent in 2010 compared with the previous year, and an expert is sounding a cautious tone for the year ahead.
By the time you fill up your tank and buy some groceries these days, there usually isn't much money left over.
In a world where bigger is often seen as better, some people are saying "no thanks," and money is a big reason.
Local gasoline prices continue to go higher, but at least on expert thinks we may have reached a plateau.
A Poll conducted by Suffolk University finds a large number of consumers in Massachusetts don't plan to spend any more than they did last year.
Reports say that while donations are up from last year, they still lag behind pre-recession levels, even as charities statewide deal with a record number of appeals.
New research indicates women might have fared better than men in these difficult investing times.
In part 3 David Brewster, President and Co-Founder of EnerNOC, explains how they help companies save money by controlling energy consumption. The entire panel discusses how the economic downturn has affected their businesses.
Local gas prices continue to rise.
The Patriots will hit the field for their first practice of training camp in just one week, kicking off a season of hope and intrigue for the franchise.
Kyle is a fun-loving and playful boy who is always willing to experience new things when accompanied by a fun, engaging adult.
A town pool in Needham has been shut down after a glass bottle broke and pieces fell in.
Dozens of people were planning to sleep at the Wollaston MBTA station in Quincy after being dropped off there.
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
It's not the heat, it's the humidity. Actually, right now, it's both in Massachusetts.
Several Nantucket beaches were closed on Tuesday while crews worked to clean up "large floating debris and fiberglass shards" from a broken wind turbine blade.
For the second time this year, a flamingo has been spotted on Cape Cod.
Police say an international crime ring planted a spy camera in a bush in front of someone's home in a Braintree neighborhood.
Dozens of people were planning to sleep at the Wollaston MBTA station in Quincy after being dropped off there.
A new survey found that more than 50% of Gen Z are using TikTok for health advice.
One area that's often overlooked when we talk about extreme heat is its impact on medications, and many drugs don't do well in warm temperatures.
Experts say that while pelvic floor issues are common for women after childbirth they should not have to live with pelvic discomfort.
A new program at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester is offering women a unique chance to receive postpartum care at home.
Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed.
Blupoint Healthcare employees say their paychecks finally cleared at the bank.
An 84-year-old Navy veteran paid a shop thousands of dollars for a headstone. Two years later he still had nothing, until he reached out to WBZ's Call For Action.
Just days after the judge in the Karen Read case announced a mistrial, lawyers for the Mansfield woman are now looking to dismiss two of the charges against her.
The I-Team's Call for Action helped an Ipswich woman who spent years trying to get to the bottom of a mistake that was affecting her credit score.
A reformed romance scammer is speaking out, sharing with the I-Team how he got women to send him tens of thousands of dollars.
Jon Keller says Donald Trump chose not to unite the nation by selecting Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate.
Jon Keller takes a look at the short-term political implications of the Trump assassination attempt.
Longtime Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria says a proposed soccer stadium is a key part of the solution to dwindling commercial revenues.
While the race for the White House has been mostly focused on President Biden and his widely-panned debate performance, his challenger Donald Trump is now breaking his post-debate silence.
Two big meetings were held in Washington Tuesday as House and Senate Democrats gathered separately to talk about President Biden and the future his candidacy.
Yankee Candle is laying off about 100 workers in Massachusetts amid a decline in the fragrance business.
Stop & Shop says it will be closing 32 stores this year and eight of them are in Massachusetts.
Thanks in part to an anonymous $5.2 million donation, the West Newton Cinema is likely to be saved from being demolished.
Bob's Stores, a discount clothing retailer with locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut, is going out of business.
Two New England pizza places were named among the best in the country by The New York Times.
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 Patriots will hit the field for their first practice of training camp in just one week, kicking off a season of hope and intrigue for the franchise.
Bruce Bochy of the host Rangers became the first manager to win World Series titles and All-Star Games in both leagues.
If the Patriots want to add a No. 1 receiver before training camp kicks off next week, one just made it clear that he wants to be traded.
Alonzo Highsmith is now officially a member of the New England Patriots front office.
The state of Louisiana has reportedly dropped the underage gambling and computer fraud charges against Patriots receiver Kayshon Boutte.
For the second time this year, a flamingo has been spotted on Cape Cod.
The Coast Guard came to the rescue of Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy after his boat lost power off Nantucket.
A humpback whale was caught on video leaping out of the water in Kittery, Maine.
Harvard researchers suggest intelligent beings concealed on Earth could be responsible for UFO sightings.
The MSPCA says goats can be goofy and fun pets - and you don't need to be an experienced farmer to adopt one.