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Expert weighs in on whether campus encampments are legal
Tents cities are housing demonstrators protesting the war in Gaza. But are they legal and if not, what happens next? WBZ TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
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Tents cities are housing demonstrators protesting the war in Gaza. But are they legal and if not, what happens next? WBZ TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
Many said they were uncomfortable with the encampments. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.
A liaison for the encampment at Northeastern told WBZ that they are doing "as much as we can to avoid that situation" that happened at Emerson College on Thursday.
The alley off Boylston Street in Boston that was full of Emerson College student demonstrators for days now sits empty.
Emerson College students appeared in court after being arrested early Thursday morning at a pro-Palestinian encampment. WBZ-TV's Christina Hager and Penny Kmitt report.
Four officers were hurt when Boston Police broke up a pro-Palestinian protest and arrested 108 people at Emerson College early Thursday. WBZ TV's Penny Kmitt reports.
Boston Police arrested 108 people and 4 officers were hurt as they broke up a pro-Palestinian protest camp at Emerson College early Thursday morning. WBZ TV's Chris Tanaka reports.
Boston Police arrested more than 100 people as they cleared out pro-Palestinian protesters and their encampment from Emerson College early Thursday morning.
Boston Police cleared out pro-Palestinian protesters on city property early Thursday morning. WBZ TV's Penny Kmitt reports.
Students were warned by Emerson College on Wednesday their tent-city built outside of the Department of Transportation building violates Boston city ordinance.
The school earlier warned students that police have the right to respond.
Emerson College informed pro-Palestine student protesters that the small tent city they created in an alley near campus is violating City of Boston ordinances.
Students in Massachusetts have set up camps, inspired by protests at Columbia University.
Inspired by protests at Columbia University, pro-Palestinian camps have been set up at MIT, Tufts and Emerson College.
The camps on both campuses were inspired by ongoing demonstrations at Columbia University in New York City. WBZ TV's Jordyn Jagolinzer reports.
The women's soccer team at Emerson College was looking for a community service project. They found one in Athlete Ally.
WBZ TV's Levan Reid reports.
Some of the room transformations appear to have cost thousands of dollars.
Museum president Bob Kendrick talked to WBZ-TV about the exhibit and the significance of one Red Sox player in it.
An exhibit honoring the baseball players that broke Major League Baseball's color barrier is opening Monday in Boston.
An exhibit honoring the baseball players that broke Major League Baseball's color barrier is opening Monday in Boston.
Kutter Crawford gave up three hits and one run over six solid innings, Ceddanne Rafaela and Jarren Duran homered and the Boston Red Sox beat the Miami Marlins 8-3 on Tuesday night.
Three people were rushed to the hospital after an RV burst into flames in Peabody.
This year, Tony-award-winning performer Alan Cumming will kick off the Cape Cod Jazz and Arts Festival which is celebrating its 20th year.
Homeowners across the state who rallied on Beacon Hill asking for help to pay for their crumbling foundations may soon see some relief.
Justice Juan Merchan set a new sentencing date of Sept. 18, "if such is still necessary."
Massachusetts State Police Col. John Mawn said the department needs to "look in the mirror" and work to rebuild public trust
There will be a status hearing later this month about the next steps for a new trial for Karen Read.
One of the jurors in Karen Read's murder trial spoke out to WBZ about their experience on the case before it was declared a mistrial.
Three people were rushed to the hospital after an RV burst into flames in Peabody.
Bob's Stores, a discount clothing retailer with locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut, is going out of business.
FDA approval of the new Alzheimer's treatment, which will be branded as Kisunla, follows years of setbacks.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
A new study from Harvard Business School shows why there should be more women managers in the workplace.
Dania Furniture recalls Hayden bookcase sold nationwide after an unanchored unit fell over, killing a 4-year-old.
"We can serve payers very effectively from the footprint that remains," CEO Tim Wentworth says of the coming Walgreens closures.
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.
The I-Team's Call for Action came to the aid of a Waltham woman who paid thousands for a procedure to help her lose fat.
Records show Massachusetts police departments typically and legally sell back or trade in their guns to dealers when they're no longer used by officers.
A woman told WBZ-TV's I-Team she believes she was raped by a killer just weeks before two bodies were found in Brockton in 2014.
Massachusetts Secretary of State William Galvin spoke to WBZ-TV about his concerns over public distrust in the election process.
Jon Keller said Trump's delivery in his first debate was crisp and forceful, while Biden's presentation was halting, his voice raspy.
A bombshell report on the global EV marketplace finds 46% of American EV drivers are so fed up with charging and mobility issues, they're ready to switch back to gas-powered vehicles.
Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio hopes voters will empower her by approving the initiative petition.
Diana DiZoglio wants to perform an audit of the Massachusetts legislature, but has been met with pushback.
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.
Great Wolf Lodge Mashantucket is set to open in 2025 next to Foxwoods in Connecticut.
In a humble space in Hyde Park, a local company is on a mission to fix how flour is made.
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.
Kutter Crawford gave up three hits and one run over six solid innings, Ceddanne Rafaela and Jarren Duran homered and the Boston Red Sox beat the Miami Marlins 8-3 on Tuesday night.
Jayson Tatum is not only an NBA champion, but the Celtics' star is now the highest paid player in the NBA.
Boston Celtics majority owner Wyc Grousbeck is planning to sell his stake in the team within the next year.
The Celtics are extending a key member of their championship team, agreeing to terms with Derrick White.
The Boston Bruins have made a splash in NHL free agency, reportedly agreeing to terms with defenseman Nikita Zadorov and center Elias Lindholm.
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.
Twenty-three sets of twins have graduated from Pollard Middle School in Needham.
A Nantucket restaurant and store has sold two scratch tickets worth more than $1 million this year.
The Stephen Bryant house in Plympton was built in 1669.