Marijuana Debate: Should It Be Legal In Massachusetts?
Should marijuana be legal in Massachusetts? Voters will face that question on their ballot in November.
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Should marijuana be legal in Massachusetts? Voters will face that question on their ballot in November.
State Police conducting commercial vehicle enforcement in New Hampshire arrested two people after finding marijuana, guns and cash inside a box truck.
In the four years since Massachusetts voters gave the green light to medical marijuana, only six facilities have opened across the entire state--and it may be because cities and towns are demanding big money to approve them.
Francy Wade of the Vote Yes On Question 4 Campaign and Hannah Kane of the Campaign for a Safe and Healthy Massachusetts sat down with WBZ political analyst Jon Keller this week to debate the marijuana legalization ballot question.
Edible marijuana products — a broad category that could include such treats as cookies and candy — would be permitted under the ballot question nearly certain to go before voters in November.
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker and Boston Mayor Martin Walsh are helping kick off a campaign to oppose a proposed ballot question seeking to legalize small amounts of recreational marijuana.
The state's highest court has cleared the way for a question that calls for legalizing recreational marijuana in Massachusetts to appear on the November ballot.
Could recreational marijuana use be legalized in Massachusetts? Those who say "yes" plan to file more than 25,000 voter signatures with city and town clerks by a Wednesday deadline.
A group seeking to legalize recreational marijuana in Massachusetts says it has collected more than 25,000 signatures as a final step toward securing a spot on the November ballot.
A drug bust this week has first responders concerned about a growing trend. They're seeing more and more hash oil labs with explosive materials turning up in local homes.
The state's highest court will hear two challenges Wednesday to a proposed ballot question to legalize recreational marijuana in Massachusetts.
The state's highest court is set to hear two challenges to a proposed ballot question to legalize recreational marijuana in Massachusetts.
A Connecticut man who was caught with more than 100 pounds of marijuana and $1 million cash in a storage locker he rented in Massachusetts has been sent to prison for a year.
The AAA study said it's not possible to set a blood-test threshold that can reliably determine impairment.
While many dismiss the idea that marijuana is physically addictive, researchers have documented physical withdrawal symptoms in heavy users who quit including: irritability, sleep difficulties, cravings and restlessness.
The growing number of patients who claim marijuana helped them drop their painkiller habit has intrigued lawmakers and emboldened advocates.
Americans' support for legal marijuana use is at an all-time high, according to a recent CBS News poll.
A group supporting legalized use of recreational marijuana in Massachusetts said Friday that Gov. Charlie Baker and Boston Mayor Marty Walsh are being hypocritical by supporting more liquor licenses while opposing the pot initiative.
Governor Charlie Baker, Mayor Marty Walsh, Speaker Robert DeLeo, and a number of legislators and healthcare professionals have come together in their opposition to legalizing marijuana in Massachusetts.
If voters approve the marijuana ballot question in November, Massachusetts would become the first state east of Colorado to legalize pot--and that could mean ka-ching for the Commonwealth.
The Massachusetts Hospital Association is adding its voice to those opposed to legalizing the recreational use of marijuana.
A state Senate committee that visited Colorado to learn about recreational marijuana is warning that Massachusetts may not be prepared for legalization.
Supporters and foes of legalizing marijuana are gathering at the Massachusetts Statehouse to discuss a proposal that would allow residents 21 or older to legally possess up to 1 ounce of the drug.
Marshall Dion pleaded guilty in October. He faces up to seven years in prison under a plea agreement with prosecutors who say Dion has been selling marijuana for decades.
Some prior research has led to suggestions that the developing adolescent brain is particularly vulnerable to harm from marijuana.
Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn has turned down a request from the New England Patriots to interview for the team's head coaching job.
There is plenty to do in New England this weekend, even in the middle of a frigid stretch in Massachusetts.
A group of strangers worked together to save a woman who was trapped under a car in Lawrence, Massachusetts.
Brayden Point reached 600 career points with a power-play goal, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 27 saves and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Thursday night.
A FedEx driver was ambushed and robbed in Harvard, Massachusetts in what police say may have been a targeted attack.
A group of strangers worked together to save a woman who was trapped under a car in Lawrence.
Investigators believe the men knew about the package that was being delivered.
Massachusetts approved court transcribers have not had a pay raise since 1988 and they want that to change.
Newly sworn in New Hampshire Gov. Kelly Ayotte urged businesses in Massachusetts to make the move to the Granite State.
Fitchburg firefighters have responded to three electrical fires in the last two weeks.
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.
At the Consumer Electronics Show, car companies showed how dashboards, skylights and even windshields can transform into a digital playground.
Meta - the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and Threads - said it's ending its fact-checking program. What does that mean for social media?
Veteran political reporter Gin Dumcius of CommonWealth Beacon previewed the upcoming legislative session and other key 2025 topics in Massachusetts politics.
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.
Nordstrom is closing stores that anchor two Massachusetts malls.
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.
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.
Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn has turned down a request from the New England Patriots to interview for the team's head coaching job.
Brayden Point reached 600 career points with a power-play goal, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 27 saves and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Thursday night.
Mike Vrabel, who won three Super Bowls with the New England Patriots as a player, has interviewed for the team's head coaching job.
The New England Patriots would like to speak with Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn about their head-coaching vacancy.
The Boston Bruins will play another outdoor game in 2026, this time in Tampa against the Lightning.
Why are there giant pink inflatable sculptures in downtown Boston? It's part of a new art installation.
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.