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Billerica police officer remembered at funeral as a proud father with a "zest for life"
A funeral was held Friday morning for a fallen Massachusetts police officer. WBZ TV's Courtney Cole reports.
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A funeral was held Friday morning for a fallen Massachusetts police officer. WBZ TV's Courtney Cole reports.
Billerica Police Sgt. Ian Taylor died last Friday, April 26, after he was hit by an excavator while working at a traffic detail on Boston Road.
Violations of the FTC's funeral rule can result in fines of over $50,000.
WBZ TV's Courtney Cole reports.
Hundreds of motorcycle riders came out to pay their final respects Friday to a Navy veteran who was originally going to be buried alone.
Never in the history of the Catholic Church had a pope conducted a funeral ceremony for his predecessor, until now.
A lot of hugs and tears were shared at Faith Community Church in Hopkinton Sunday. The friends and family of slain Emerson student Daniel Hollis described him as an all-around great guy, as they try to wrap their minds around his sudden death.
A group of young men in Louisiana weren't seeking any attention during their pickup basketball game, however a small sign of respect has made them social media stars.
Funeral plans have been announced for a Massachusetts firefighter who collapsed while battling a house fire and died.
A wake will be held Monday for Vanessa Marcotte, the Google executive and Leominster native attacked and murdered a week ago while jogging near her mother's house.
Pre-paying for a funeral is something that I am often asked about. It may be the practical thing to do if you have just been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer or are in your late 80s, but if you are just 55 I am not sure it's a good idea.
Family and friends gathered Thursday to say goodbye to a seven-year-old boy who drowned while attending a city-run day camp last week.
Providence said goodbye on Monday to former Mayor Buddy Cianci, the wisecracking king of one-liners who led the city during a turbulent and troubled six terms.
New Bedford's police chief was laid to rest after succumbing to respiratory arrest earlier this month.
A devastated community came together on Sunday to say goodbye to Ezra Schwartz.
A Braintree foster family, which has cared for more than 100 children, has found themselves dealing with a legal loophole that is making it difficult for them to arrange a funeral for one of their former foster kids.
It may be the practical thing to do if you have just been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer or are in your late 80s, but if you are just 55 I am not sure it's a good idea.
The Springfield Marine killed a by a gunman in Tennessee earlier this month was remembered by a bishop as "an exemplary Marine, a leader and a man of true courage."
The funeral Mass is scheduled for Monday morning at Holy Cross Church in Springfield.
The city of Boston said goodbye Monday to its longest serving mayor with an historic tribute to Tom Menino.
The city of Boston said goodbye Monday to its longest serving mayor with an historic tribute to Tom Menino.
Funeral arrangements for former Boston Mayor Tom Menino have been announced.
Dozens of Northboro residents lined the streets Tuesday to honor a paratrooper from town killed in Afghanistan, while friends and family attended a service honoring his life.
If you are just 55 I am not sure it's a good idea to pre-pay for something that may not occur for another 30 years.
Mourners will gather for the funeral of a New Hampshire Marine killed last month by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan.
For undecided voters, Jon Keller said Trump's RNC speech disrupted, at least temporarily, the negative impressions that fuel his unpopularity.
Mass General Brigham, the largest health care system in the Boston area, said the "major worldwide software outage has affected many of our systems."
The Microsoft outage around the world Friday grounded many flights for hours early Friday morning at Logan Airport in Boston.
While the veteran players on the Patriots roster don't have to report to training camp until next week, the rookies are checking in for work on Friday. And there will be a lot of them reporting for duty in Foxboro.
What to know as banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grapple with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
The Microsoft outage around the world Friday grounded many flights at Logan Airport for hours.
Mass General Brigham said the "major worldwide software outage has affected many of our systems."
Banks, airlines, broadcasters and health systems in countries around the world reported widespread outages Friday in relation to Microsoft's 365 apps.
For undecided voters, Jon Keller said Trump's RNC speech disrupted, at least temporarily, the negative impressions that fuel his unpopularity.
A Boston police officer was hurt when he was hit by a stolen car in Jamaica Plain Thursday night,
Caring for someone with dementia can be incredibly stressful and a new study finds that stress can cause damage on a cellular level, which can lead to mental and physical health problems.
A new study out of the U.K. says so-called "night owls" may have better brain function.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer question about why eating can make you sleepy.
Massachusetts health officials said a person from Worcester County has been diagnosed with the first confirmed case of measles in the state since 2020.
Researchers are developing a new experimental nasal spray that may help treat patients with dementia.
After the I-Team went to Blupoint Healthcare's Newton offices, workers got their paychecks. Days later, their banks said the checks were no good.
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.
For undecided voters, Jon Keller said Trump's RNC speech disrupted, at least temporarily, the negative impressions that fuel his unpopularity.
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.
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.
While the veteran players on the Patriots roster don't have to report to training camp until next week, the rookies are checking in for work on Friday. And there will be a lot of them reporting for duty in Foxboro.
If the NBA champion Boston Celtics want to consider themselves "World Champions," they apparently have to go through the Euroleague champs.
Brad Stevens reacted to two of the biggest storylines surrounding the Boston Celtics this offseason.
Hall of Fame wide receiver Terrell Owens wanted to come out of retirement and help Tom Brady win another Super Bowl in Tampa Bay. But according to Owens, Brady completely ignored his offer.
Training camp is nearly upon us, that special time of year when an NFL player can go from relative obscurity to potential stardom with a strong showing on the practice field.
New photos show an endangered North Atlantic right whale that's named after Fenway Park alongside her calf.
A Massachusetts woman got a big surprise when she was checking her lottery tickets.
Dr. Jennifer LaFemina saved a Little League umpire's life while at her son's baseball game in Massachusetts.
The 93-mile Lamoille Valley Rail Trail is now open in Vermont.
For the second time this year, a flamingo has been spotted on Cape Cod.