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Somerville man convicted of killing friend's mom as teen asks for parole at 44
Edward O'Brien was convicted of the 1995 stabbing of Janet Downing, his best friend's mother.
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Edward O'Brien was convicted of the 1995 stabbing of Janet Downing, his best friend's mother.
Edward O'Brien was convicted of the 1995 stabbing of Janet Downing, his best friend's mother.
A Somerville homeowner is sitting on thousands of dollars in water bills. He says the prices started to skyrocket after the city changed out his meters.
A Somerville man said the bills began to skyrocket when the city change out his meter. WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
Police are investigating a link between an illegal liposuction operation in Somerville and the death of a person in Everett, I-Team sources say.
Highland Avenue in Somerville, Massachusetts is such a mess drivers are getting bumper stickers to show they "survived" it.
A Massachusetts man is facing charges after police said he assaulted two women while running an unlicensed chiropractic business. WBZ-TV's Courtney Cole reports.
A Massachusetts man is facing charges after police said he assaulted two women while running an unlicensed chiropractic business.
Listeners of Mix 104.1's Karson & Kennedy crowned Leone's in Somerville for having the best pizza in Massachusetts.
A Somerville business is bringing pinball players together as they get their nostalgia fix.
Kids forced out of their school in Somerville for the year were hoping to reunite in the fall, but it's not going to happen.
Political plot twists, including voting "no preference" to protest the U.S. policy in Gaza, drew voters to the polls.
Maria Ines Soler Meneses' small store in Somerville is bringing the culture of Mexico to Massachusetts.
Lukie was diagnosed with a very rare genetic disorder called ZTTK and his parents are hoping to raise awareness about the disease.
A yoga studio in Somerville is making sure that people from all backgrounds feel comfortable and included.
Some say a new homeless camp underneath Interstate 93 in Somerville is spreading chaos in the neighborhood
From gochujang and black sesame cookies to vanilla soju cake, they've found the perfect way to blend Korean flavors with American baking.
A Massachusetts woman was rescued Saturday after she suffered a serious leg injury while hiking in New Hampshire.
MassDOT has secured funding to begin construction on the McGrath Highway to turn it into a quieter, tree-lined street in Cambridge and Somerville.
Filmmaker Eric Rudnick talks about his new film and being a part of the festival.
If you are a transplant member of the 49er Faithful or Chiefs Kingdom, or a Swiftie, there is a Super Bowl party for you in Greater Boston.
Sewage has flooded a Somerville home during the last two rainstorms.
Sewage has flooded a Somerville home during the last two rainstorms. WBZ-TV's Christina Hager reports.
They're honoring their loved one's legacy by helping others.
Hundreds of electric "ebikes" will be added to Greater Boston's Bluebikes program in Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, Everett and Brookline.
Massachusetts State Police announced that Michael Proctor was "relieved of duty" and transferred out of Norfolk County District Attorney's Office State Police Detective's Unit.
The Supreme Court's landmark decision ruled that Trump is immune from prosecution for official acts he took while in office.
Enjoy clearer vision with new prescription eyeglasses or sunglasses during Zenni Optical's 4th of July sale.
One of the jurors in Karen Read's murder trial spoke out to WBZ about their experience on the case before it was declared a mistrial.
The I-Team's Call for Action helped an Ipswich woman who spent years trying to get to the bottom of a mistake that was affecting her credit score.
The Karen Read murder trial ended Monday after a "starkly divided" hung jury failed to reach a verdict.
Massachusetts State Police announced that Michael Proctor was "relieved of duty" and transferred out of Norfolk County District Attorney's Office State Police Detective's Unit.
One of the jurors in Karen Read's murder trial spoke out to WBZ about their experience on the case before it was declared a mistrial.
The Commonwealth plans to re-try the Karen Read murder case after a mistrial was declared.
Karen Read's defense attorneys say they will continue to fight charges against their client.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
A new study from Harvard Business School shows why there should be more women managers in the workplace.
Dania Furniture recalls Hayden bookcase sold nationwide after an unanchored unit fell over, killing a 4-year-old.
"We can serve payers very effectively from the footprint that remains," CEO Tim Wentworth says of the coming Walgreens closures.
Although there has been skepticism around plant-based meat, Canadian researchers have found that it's the better option when it comes to getting in your protein.
The I-Team's Call for Action helped an Ipswich woman who spent years trying to get to the bottom of a mistake that was affecting her credit score.
A reformed romance scammer is speaking out, sharing with the I-Team how he got women to send him tens of thousands of dollars.
The I-Team's Call for Action came to the aid of a Waltham woman who paid thousands for a procedure to help her lose fat.
Records show Massachusetts police departments typically and legally sell back or trade in their guns to dealers when they're no longer used by officers.
A woman told WBZ-TV's I-Team she believes she was raped by a killer just weeks before two bodies were found in Brockton in 2014.
Massachusetts Secretary of State William Galvin spoke to WBZ-TV about his concerns over public distrust in the election process.
Jon Keller said Trump's delivery in his first debate was crisp and forceful, while Biden's presentation was halting, his voice raspy.
A bombshell report on the global EV marketplace finds 46% of American EV drivers are so fed up with charging and mobility issues, they're ready to switch back to gas-powered vehicles.
Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio hopes voters will empower her by approving the initiative petition.
Diana DiZoglio wants to perform an audit of the Massachusetts legislature, but has been met with pushback.
Two New England pizza places were named among the best in the country by The New York Times.
Great Wolf Lodge Mashantucket is set to open in 2025 next to Foxwoods in Connecticut.
In a humble space in Hyde Park, a local company is on a mission to fix how flour is made.
At a time when store closures are surging, the parent company of TJ Maxx and Marshalls is talking about opening hundreds of new stores.
Takeda is planning to lay off more than 600 people in Cambridge and Lexington, 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.
Jayson Tatum is not only an NBA champion, but the Celtics' star is now the highest paid player in the NBA.
Boston Celtics majority owner Wyc Grousbeck is planning to sell his stake in the team within the next year.
The Celtics are extending a key member of their championship team, agreeing to terms with Derrick White.
The Boston Bruins have made a splash in NHL free agency, reportedly agreeing to terms with defenseman Nikita Zadorov and center Elias Lindholm.
Rafael Devers hit a two-run homer, Jarren Duran added a solo shot and the Boston Red Sox ended San Diego's five-game winning streak with a 4-1 victory on Sunday.
The MSPCA says goats can be goofy and fun pets - and you don't need to be an experienced farmer to adopt one.
Twenty-three sets of twins have graduated from Pollard Middle School in Needham.
A Nantucket restaurant and store has sold two scratch tickets worth more than $1 million this year.
The Stephen Bryant house in Plympton was built in 1669.
A fisherman in Dennis may have captured the first pictures of a wild flamingo in Massachusetts.