Surgeon general declares gun violence a public health crisis
The advisory issued by Dr. Vivek Murthy came as the U.S. grappled with another summer weekend marked by deadly mass shootings.
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The advisory issued by Dr. Vivek Murthy came as the U.S. grappled with another summer weekend marked by deadly mass shootings.
In the wake of a teenager's fatal shooting last week in Worcester, a nonprofit is working to give other teens in the Massachusetts city hope. WBZ TV's Paul Burton reports.
Eight Northeast High School students were shot in Philadelphia near a SEPTA bus station at Rising Sun and Cottman avenues on Wednesday, police said.
WBZ's Louisa Moller reports.
People gathered in Roxbury Saturday afternoon to call for an end to gun violence, calling it a public health crisis.
People gathered in Roxbury Saturday afternoon to call for an end to gun violence, calling it a public health crisis.
A group of teenagers made a statement in Boston Wednesday without saying a word, holding a "die-in" to protest gun violence.
Members of Teen Empowerment Boston gathered near the intersection of Washington Street and Columbia Road, where they held a die-in.
WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.
WBZ TV's Paul Burton reports.
"It shows us Massachusetts has a lot of resources and a good starting place, but we need to do more to reduce those inequities."
WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
The shooting took place at an Old National Bank branch in Louisville. Police said the gunman, 25, worked at the bank.
Students at several schools around Massachusetts and the country are holding walkouts on Wednesday, demanding action on gun safety.
WBZ-TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
New data may show that gun violence in Boston is falling but that violence is still affecting the same communities.
Boston city councilors listened to public feedback at a meeting in Dorchester on Thursday night.
WBZ-TV's Louisa Moller reports.
Maine Celtics guard JD Davison enjoyed a breakout season in 2024-25, and was named the NBA G League Most Valuable Player on Wednesday.
Tony's Chocolonely is recalling some products after consumers reported finding "small stones" in the chocolate bars.
The trade market for Patriots backup quarterback Joe Milton III is reportedly heating up.
The 2025 NFL Draft is now just weeks away, and several mock drafters think one of the most fascinating players in draft history will fall to the Patriots at No. 4.
Jury selection is continuing for a second day in the high-profile Karen Read murder trial.
Jury selection is continuing for a second day in the high-profile Karen Read murder trial.
The FBI is taking action after a series of I-Team investigations into stolen land scams and attempted property theft.
The Real ID compliance rate for eligible Massachusetts residents is below 60% with just weeks to go before the deadline.
The trade market for Patriots backup quarterback Joe Milton III is reportedly heating up.
Tony's Chocolonely is recalling some products after consumers reported finding "small stones" in the chocolate bars.
Tony's Chocolonely is recalling some products after consumers reported finding "small stones" in the chocolate bars.
An experimental Alzheimer's treatment from Boston researchers may be able to treat both dementia and depression symptoms.
As the weather warms up, pet owners in Massachusetts are being reminded that tick season is officially here.
Bostonians are feeling grateful for the extra hour of daylight and a psychologist said it has added benefits.
A new report says 10 popular brands of synthetic braiding hair products have cancer-causing agents in them.
The FBI's Boston office is issuing a warning after a series of I-Team investigations into stolen land scams.
The hood of a Stoneham woman's 2015 Nissan Altima flew open while she was driving on Route 93.
A New Hampshire man's concert tickets purchased on StubHub were stolen by hackers. He reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action for help.
British Airways has restored a $7,300 travel credit for a Massachusetts family after they had to cancel a trip because of a medical emergency.
Gov. Maura Healey is moving to close a state-run hospital in Canton that is home to dozens of kids with special needs.
President Trump will announce new tariffs on U.S. trading partners Wednesday. Massachusetts will be hit hard, according to the governor.
Rep. Seth Moulton is calling on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign over a scandal involving messaging in a non-secure of sensitive information about a pending military action.
For most of its 54 years of existence, public broadcasting has been a target of conservatives who saw it as a political threat.
Rep. Lori Trahan said her constituents are concerned about service cuts and freezes instituted by the Trump administration.
Five years later, Jon Keller says the COVID pandemic left behind some positive changes, like working from home.
A donut shop in Boston's West Roxbury neighborhood has been serving up freshly-made donuts and coffee for decades.
Story Land and Water Country are among a handful of New England attractions being sold to a new owner.
Seniors at Bentley College in Waltham say finding a job when they graduate is a tough proposition, especially with unemployment rising.
A candy shop in Boston's South End is making a massive splash on social media thanks to its popular Swedish candy.
TD Bank is closing 38 branches, including six of its stores in Massachusetts.
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.
Maine Celtics guard JD Davison enjoyed a breakout season in 2024-25, and was named the NBA G League Most Valuable Player on Wednesday.
The trade market for Patriots backup quarterback Joe Milton III is reportedly heating up.
The 2025 NFL Draft is now just weeks away, and several mock drafters think one of the most fascinating players in draft history will fall to the Patriots at No. 4.
After a dominant March that saw the Celtics lose just once, Boston head coach Joe Mazzulla has been named the NBA's Eastern Conference Coach of the Month.
From Opening Day to the open road, this baseball season, a Massachusetts man in failing health is on a mission to visit all 29 MLB parks in the U.S.
Video captured what it looks like for Mount Washington crews to do their jobs in the face of 100 mph winds.
At the Broomstones Curling Club in Wayland, people of all ages are bonded through the increasingly popular sport.
A UMass student who was initially denied a $10,000 prize after making a half-court shot will be getting the money after all.
A hawk was hit by a driver on 495 in Chelmsford and got stuck in the SUV's grille.
Why are there giant pink inflatable sculptures in downtown Boston? It's part of a new art installation.