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Two men were arrested after federal officials said they staged robberies to commit visa fraud.
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Two men were arrested after federal officials said they staged robberies to commit visa fraud.
Two men were arrested after federal officials said they staged robberies to commit visa fraud.
U.S. Border Patrol agents processed more than 225,000 migrants in the first 27 days of December, a tally that eclipses the previous monthly record.
The Massachusetts Legislature ended formal sessions for the year with no agreement on a spending bill to steer money toward the emergency shelter crisis.
President Biden's campaign aides are aiming to bring attention to what they see as the most draconian immigration policies former President Donald Trump has promised to implement if elected again in 2024.
WBZ-TV's Louisa Moller reports.
Massachusetts should reach the limit on the number of families allowed in the state's emergency shelter system by "Wednesday or Thursday," said Emergency Assistance Director Scott Rice.
Massachusetts is offering a new pilot program to quickly reimburse some school districts that are facing a big increase in transportation costs because they're busing students living in emergency shelters.
A judge is expected to rule on whether the waitlist plan can go forward on Wednesday.
Massachusetts emergency shelters for migrants are nearly full and they are days away from running out of room.
Dozens of migrants were flown from Texas to Martha's Vineyard last year. A sheriff investigating the flights claims it was more than just a political stunt; he believes it was a crime.
Rep. Jake Auchincloss is calling on the Biden administration to send a Homeland Security team to Massachusetts to help with the influx of migrants.
WBZ TV's Paula Ebben reports.
The move is one of the steps Governor Maura Healey said she's been begging the Biden administration to take.
WBZ TV's Nick Giovanni reports.
The puppet and its puppeteers will visit key places in American history to raise awareness about immigration and migration.
WBZ TV's Kate Merrill reports.
Mayor Charlie Sisitsky said there are currently "50-plus families in the three hotels in Framingham."
Massachusetts National Guard members will soon deploy to emergency shelter sites and hotels in 80 different communities that are currently housing migrant and other homeless families.
WBZ TV's Paula Ebben reports.
There are nearly 5,600 families or more than 20,000 people - many of whom are migrants -- currently living in state shelters.
The curfews began in May in four cities and, on Friday, grow to 13 locations, including Boston.
WBZ's Paul Burton reports.
Starting July 1, undocumented immigrants living in Massachusetts can apply for driver's licenses.
The first couple of years as an immigrant child in a new place can be tough. Nickey Nesbeth knows what that's like, so she founded the Caribbean Youth Club.
Heavy winds brought down trees and debris across Massachusetts Thursday, including in Billerica where a giant tree fell on a home – narrowly missing the homeowner.
Boston Calling is announcing changes to the popular music festival after some attendees complained of unsafe conditions.
Five students at Assumption University in Massachusetts are facing criminal charges after police say they used a dating app to lure a man to campus, then attacked him.
Prosecutors want to exclude testimony that was a sticking point of controversy in Karen Read's first trial.
A couple from East Bridgewater, Massachusetts is sharing their story about their close call in the deadly New Orleans attack.
The strong gusts across Massachusetts have caused scattered pockets of damage and a few power outages.
Snow from a sizable winter storm looks to pass just south of Massachusetts next week.
A 12-year-old boy has died after a skiing accident on a trail at Cranmore Mountain in New Hampshire.
Five students at Assumption University in Massachusetts are facing criminal charges after police say they used a dating app to lure a man to campus, then attacked him.
Prosecutors want to exclude testimony that was a sticking point of controversy in Karen Read's first trial.
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
If beauty products are on your Christmas list this year, one Massachusetts doctor is urging you to check labels for ingredients that may be hazardous to your health.
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Minnesota Vikings legend and NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss said he is "battling something internal" and asked for prayers on Sunday.
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
If you carry a credit card balance, beware. You'll be paying a lot more for those Christmas gifts due to rising interest rates.
A family visiting Boston left behind a videotape with precious memories in their rental car.
A Cape Cod woman reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action after struggling to get her health insurance provider to approve an overnight hospital stay for a major surgical procedure.
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.
By beating Ted Kennedy in 1980, Jon Keller says Jimmy Carter opened the door for Michael Dukakis, Paul Tsongas and John Kerry.
Jon Keller said Jimmy Carter is a worthy study in what makes a great American great.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey says her top priorities heading in 2025 are transportation and housing.
In a year-end interview with WBZ-TV, Gov. Maura Healey had a message for the handful of Massachusetts communities that designate themselves as "sanctuary" cities for immigrants: "We are not a sanctuary state."
How do you keep political drama from poisoning important relationships during the holidays?
Many stores and supermarkets in Massachusetts are open Christmas Eve but closing early.
Holiday shoppers his the malls on Saturday to get last-minute gifts and a little bit of holiday cheer.
A romance bookstore - the first in the Boston area - has opened its doors in Cambridge, giving fans of the genre the chance to revel in romantic reads.
Ocean State Job Lot announced this week it is taking over another Christmas Tree Shops location, this one in North Attleboro.
Massachusetts is getting closer to allowing pot cafes and other sites for social marijuana consumption.
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.
Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt said Drake Maye will start in the team's season finale as New England can clinch the No. 1 draft pick with a loss.
The AFC and NFC Pro Bowl teams were announced, and just one member of the New England Patriots is headed to Orlando.
Drake Maye will start for the New England Patriots in Sunday's regular-season finale as long as he's healthy, but the team may have an out for Week 18.
After a lackluster December, the Celtics will begin 2025 with a real mettle-sharpening road trip against four of the best teams in the West.
While New England may not be the most intriguing destination for free agents the moment, one defensive captains hopes to remain with the Patriots after the 2024 season.
Centuries-old angels have been uncovered at the Old North Church in Boston, made famous by Paul Revere's midnight ride.
A dog trainer in Massachusetts managed to create the perfect "dog nativity scene" that's going viral on social media.
Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a 20-year-old blind cat who was seen floating on a piece of ice in Westford.
The Mount Washington Observatory shared photos of staff members hanging ten on "rime ice" formations.
A unique ATM tree in Greenfield, Massachusetts was hit by thieves in a heist.