Baker asks federal government for more help supporting migrants in Mass.
Gov. Charlie Baker is urging the Biden administration to do more to help Massachusetts support migrants seeking asylum.
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Gov. Charlie Baker is urging the Biden administration to do more to help Massachusetts support migrants seeking asylum.
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Town leaders feel frustrated they had no extra time to even provide language support.
Nearly 50 Venezuelan migrants were transported to Martha's Vineyard last month.
The governor said the state is working to come up with less temporary solutions for the migrants flown to the Vineyard.
In a letter to the DOT, the lawmakers say DeSantis lured the nearly 50 migrants onto chartered places with false promises and misrepresentations.
State Sen. Julian Cyr and Rep. Dylan Fernandes said they believe migrants had their rights violated.
State Sen. Julian Cyr and Rep. Dylan Fernandes said they believe migrants had their rights violated.
Governor Charlie Baker hasn't spoken to Florida Gov. Ron Desantis about the Venezuelan migrants who were flown to Martha's Vineyard last week.
A Texas Sheriff is launching a criminal investigation into the transport of 48 Venezuelan migrants to Martha's Vineyard.
"It's not a secret to anyone that our immigration system is broken," Governor Charlie Baker said Sunday.
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker released more details on humanitarian efforts being provided at Joint Base Cape Cod after 50 Venezuelan migrants were sent to Martha's Vineyard.
The migrants have been told they can stay at the base as long as they need to.
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Immigration attorneys and volunteers are now helping about 50 Venezuelan migrants who were left unexpectedly on the Vineyard.
A steady stream of locals dropped off bins of clothes and bags of food at a shelter.
Ron DeSantis stands by his decision to fly 50 Venezuelan migrants to Martha's Vineyard, a move some called a political stunt.
The U.S. rep said the migrants from Venezuela were misled about what opportunities awaited them on the island.
Jon Keller says Florida's governor is exploiting migrants by sending them to the Vineyard to score cheap political points with the uninformed and easily frightened.
DeSantis said his office organized the migrants' journey to Massachusetts as part of his state's relocation program.
The Massachusetts House has overridden Gov. Baker's veto of driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.
A Los Angeles-based agency is accused of arranging more than 400 sham marriages since 2016.
"If you're fine with two million illegal immigrants, let's send them to where you like to hang out," said Cruz.
Matthew Knies had three goals and two assists, Mitch Marner had a goal and four assists, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 6-4 on Saturday night.
Dozens of people gathered at Carson Beach in Boston for a polar plunge to raise awareness and money for ALS on a freezing Saturday.
Police have arrested a man in connection to a string of break-ins in Somerville after he was found hiding in a basement.
A police officer is recovering after he was shot by a suspect during an arrest early Saturday morning in New Hampshire.
A Massachusetts chocolatier relies on simple ingredients and a year-long process to make their award-winning dark chocolate bars.
A police officer is recovering after he was shot by a suspect during an arrest early Saturday morning in New Hampshire.
Police have arrested a man in connection to a string of break-ins in Somerville after he was found hiding in a basement.
Snow from a sizable winter storm looks to pass just south of Massachusetts next week.
Dozens of people gathered at Carson Beach in Boston for a polar plunge to raise awareness and money for ALS on a freezing Saturday.
Massachusetts is seeing an increase in reported norovirus cases this season compared to the previous year.
A Massachusetts doctor said he welcomes the surgeon general's proposal to add warning labels to alcohol about the links to cancer but some business owners are concerned this will affect their sales.
Massachusetts is seeing an increase in reported norovirus cases this season compared to the previous year.
A 6-year-old boy has RSV, strep throat, and pneumonia. His mother never thought a cough could escalate so fast.
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.
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.
Matthew Knies had three goals and two assists, Mitch Marner had a goal and four assists, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 6-4 on Saturday night.
Derrick White had 23 points and Jayson Tatum and Payton Pritchard added 20 each to lead the Boston Celtics to a 109-86 victory over the Houston Rockets on Friday night.
The New England Patriots have listed rookie quarterback Drake Maye as questionable for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Buffalo Bills.
We're in for an extremely weird Sunday at Gillette Stadium when the New England Patriots close out the 2024 season against the Buffalo Bills.
While a chunk of New England Patriots fans would like to see Mike Vrabel as head coach next season, he'll be interviewing with the team's rival on Friday.
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.