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A nonprofit in Roxbury is giving young homeless children a place to escape, play, and grow before they start school.
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A nonprofit in Roxbury is giving young homeless children a place to escape, play, and grow before they start school.
Advocates for the homeless are imploring Gov. Healey to rescind a new policy that allows some families only five days to stay in the state's four emergency overflow shelters.
Advocates for the homeless are imploring Gov. Healey to rescind a new policy that allows some families only five days to stay in the state's four emergency overflow shelters. WBZ-TV's Beth Germano reports.
Gov. Maura Healey on Tuesday said Massachusetts is "out of shelter space" and announced changes that include a 5-day stay limit.
Homeless migrant families were dropped off at an MBTA stop because Massachusetts emergency shelters are full and they had nowhere to go.
More than 130 people have already moved into the new emergency shelter in Norfolk, Massachusetts. Thirty-three of them are students.
Migrant families are now banned from sleeping at Logan Airport and Massachusetts nonprofits are working to help them find shelter elsewhere.
Migrant families are now banned from sleeping at Logan Airport and Massachusetts nonprofits are working to help them find shelter elsewhere. WBZ-TV's Beth Germano reports.
Migrant families are no longer allowed to sleep overnight at Logan Airport in Boston, under a new policy from Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey.
Migrant families can no longer spend the night at Logan Airport in Boston. WBZ TV's Penny Kmitt reports.
Migrant families will soon be banned from sleeping at Logan Airport, Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey said, and instead will be offered a spot at shelters. WBZ-TV's Christina Hager reports.
A man died from life-threatening injuries Friday in Manchester, New Hampshire, after being shot by the police. WBZ's Courtney Cole has this and more top stories -- Jason Mikell has your latest headlines.
Migrant families will soon be banned from sleeping at Logan Airport, Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey said.
Migrant families will soon be banned from sleeping at Logan Airport, Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey said.
The first migrant families have moved into an emergency shelter at the old Bay State Correctional Center in Norfolk, Massachusetts.
A 17-year-old teenage boy died early Tuesday morning after a deadly car crash on Cape Cod, with five other teens injured. WBZ's Courtney Cole has this and more top stories -- Alyssa Andrews has your latest weather forecast.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has sent some of her administration to Texas to warn federal authorities the state's shelter system for migrants is full.
Dreamers who advocated for the implementation of DACA in 2012 continue to fight for the program, whose future remains uncertain.
There was a heated community forum in Norfolk about the shelter coming to the old Bay State Correctional Center.
The Roxbury recreation center which temporarily served as an emergency shelter for migrants has closed ahead of schedule.
The migrant crisis in Massachusetts has added about 2,000 students to schools in 74 districts this academic year.
There are now roughly 2,000 migrant students in Massachusetts schools. WBZ TV's Kate Merrill spoke to the education secretary about how the state is helping cities and towns with the sudden influx.
Superintendent Josh Vadala said Peabody schools have welcomed in several new migrant children without giving less to students already there.
Peabody schools superintendent Josh Vadala explains how his city's schools have welcomed in several new migrant children without giving less to students already there. WBZ TV's Kate Merrill reports.
WBZ TV political analyst Jon Keller is speaking with the executive director of the Massachusetts Municipal Association about state revenue collections and his concern about the cost of the migrant crisis.
Schools in three Massachusetts communities are closed yet again, and the pressure is mounting for striking teachers and their school committees to reach contract deals.
Residents in two Massachusetts communities are dealing with discolored water coming out of their pipes and they said it's the latest issue in a years' long process to get clean water.
A new Massachusetts law gives companies like Ticketmaster more control over who you can sell sports or concert tickets to if you can't make it to the game or show.
During a time when many Americans feel the country is more divided than united, residents of Melrose came together Wednesday, Nov. 20, for Random Acts of Kindness day.
As rain is in the forecast for much of Massachusetts on Thursday, those on the North Shore and Merrimack Valley are welcoming the relief from the wildfire smoke that's been heavy for them this week.
Residents in two Massachusetts communities are dealing with discolored water coming out of their pipes and they said it's the latest issue in a years' long process to get clean water.
There is finally significant rain in the forecast for the drought in Massachusetts. Some towns might even see a little snow.
Schools in three Massachusetts communities are closed yet again, and the pressure is mounting for striking teachers and their school committees to reach contract deals.
A new Massachusetts law gives companies like Ticketmaster more control over who you can sell sports or concert tickets to if you can't make it to the game or show.
Some fires in Massachusetts saw "major growth" as drought conditions persist.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
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.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
Massachusetts voters approved ballot questions on the auditor's authority and the MCAS, but lawmakers may still tinker with them.
Donald Trump won 75 cities and towns in Massachusetts in the 2024 election. Eleven of them voted Democrat four years ago.
If you were looking for surprises, the 2024 election likely wasn't for you.
John Deaton said he believes Sen. Elizabeth Warren is creating divisiveness in the state
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
The Museum of Ice Cream will open its doors this December in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.
It appears Tree House Brewing Company has big plans to expand in Boston, according to filings with the city.
Here's where to find Veterans Day 2024 free food offers and discounts at restaurants in Massachusetts.
Seven Stop & Shop stores in Massachusetts will be closing permanently on Oct. 31.
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.
Bruins GM Don Sweeney said "change is hard," but he believes it was the right time to fire head coach Jim Montgomery as the team struggles early in the season.
The defending NBA champions held off the league's hottest team on Tuesday night in Boston.
The Boston Bruins have fired head coach Jim Montgomery after a sluggish start to the season.
The Boston Celtics will welcome the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers to TD Garden on Tuesday night, a highly anticipated early-season showdown between the two best teams in the Eastern Conference.
Mathieu Olivier scored short-handed in a three-goal first period that ended with the Boston fans booing their own team off the ice, and the last-place Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Bruins 5-1 on Monday night.
Researchers spotted a right whale in Cape Cod Bay exhibiting behavior that is typically seen later in the season.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.