
George Foreman, boxing legend and entrepreneur, dies at 76
George Foreman, an Olympic gold medalist and two-time heavyweight champion, competed between 1967 and 1997.
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George Foreman, an Olympic gold medalist and two-time heavyweight champion, competed between 1967 and 1997.
Carol Doherty served as state representative in the Third Bristol District since 2020. She was also a former teacher, guidance counselor and former president of the Massachusetts Teachers Association.
Former President Jimmy Carter built a legacy as a tireless champion for peace.
For decades, Dorthy Moxley fought to find justice for her daughter, who was murdered at 15 years old in 1975. The prime suspect was Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel, whose 2002 conviction was vacated.
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Herlda Senhouse, of Wellesley, was born in 1911 and has been recognized as the oldest person in Massachusetts since 2016.
After her husband was assassinated in 1968, Ethel Kennedy raised their 11 children and spent decades working for human rights.
City leaders and residents are remembering Methuen Mayor Neil Perry for his dedication to his hometown.
City leaders and residents are remembering Methuen Mayor Neil Perry for his dedication to his hometown. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
Phil Donahue, a celebrated daytime talk show host who pioneered the television staple, died after a long illness, his publicist said in a statement.
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."
Mays was a 24-time All-Star and his iconic over-the-shoulder catch is still considered one of the greatest in the history of the game.
"Bill Walton was truly one of a kind," NBA commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement.
Richard M. Sherman and his brother penned instantly memorable songs for "Mary Poppins," "The Jungle Book" and "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang."
Bruce Nordstrom, who helped expand his family's Pacific Northwest department store chain into an upscale national brand, has died, his sons confirmed Sunday.
A remarkable judge of talent, Corman hired such aspiring filmmakers as Francis Ford Coppola, Ron Howard, James Cameron and Martin Scorsese.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, "Ramblin' Man," has died.
Eleanor documented much of the chaos on "Apocalypse Now" in what would become one of the most famous making-of films about moviemaking, 1991's "Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse."
O.J. Simpson was famously acquitted in the 1994 slayings of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman.
WBZ TV's Paula Ebben reports.
Sarah-Ann Shaw, a legend at WBZ-TV and Boston's first Black woman TV news reporter, has died. She was 90 years old.
Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball manga series has sold millions of copies and was adapted into hugely popular animated TV shows, video games and films.
Richard Lewis, the actor and comedian known for his long-running stand-up career and recurring role in the hit HBO series "Curb Your Enthusiasm," is dead at 76.
The state is ordering National Grid to fix "severe billing errors" affecting thousands of its gas customers in Massachusetts.
The judge in Karen Read's second trial ruled that the defense will not be allowed to blame Colin Albert as part of their third-party culprit defense.
Massachusetts Congresswoman Margaret Heckler's groundbreaking career in politics is the subject of a new biography by her daughter-in-law.
This was the sixth consecutive March with well-below-average snowfall in Boston.
Expect downpours Monday night and more chances of rain later in the week around Boston.
The judge in Karen Read's second trial ruled that the defense will not be allowed to blame Colin Albert as part of their third-party culprit defense.
This was the sixth consecutive March with well-below-average snowfall in Boston.
Expect downpours Monday night and more chances of rain later in the week around Boston.
Massachusetts native Sunita Williams spoke about her 9 months stuck in space for the first time since returning to Earth in a news conference Monday.
Jury selection will start Tuesday in Karen Read's second trial. Here is a look at how it will work.
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.
Massachusetts has the second-highest hospital bed occupancy in the nation - 86% - according to a recent study from the American Medical Association.
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.
The CBS data team found near midair collisions are on the rise in the U.S.
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.
Rep. Bill Keating stood up for a transgender colleague but WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller said the fight may not be wise for Democrats.
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.
Kristian Campbell is off to a hot start to his Major League career with the Boston Red Sox, and the rookie may be signing a long-term extension with the team in the near future.
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel touched on a number of topics as he held court with reporters from the AFC Coaches Breakfast at the NFL Annual Meetings on Monday.
The Boston University Terriers are back in the Frozen Four for a third straight year.
Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers is the first major leaguer to strike out 12 times in a season's first four games.
Wyatt Langford and Adolis García hit solo home runs in the sixth inning to put the Texas Rangers over the Boston Red Sox 3-2.
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.