Former mafia hitman sentenced to 25 years for killing Whitey Bulger
Several men beat Bulger to death hours after he arrived at a federal prison in West Virginia.
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Several men beat Bulger to death hours after he arrived at a federal prison in West Virginia.
Prosecutors initially had said Geas used a lock attached to a belt to repeatedly hit the 89-year-old Bulger in the head.
An inmate has been sentenced for his role in the deadly bludgeoning of infamous Boston gangster James "Whitey" Bulger in a West Virginia federal prison in 2018.
An inmate was sentenced to more than four years in prison Thursday for his role in the 2018 killing of the infamous gangster James "Whitey" Bulger.
A retired judge said you can often tell more about a jury's mindset by the questions they ask rather than the time they spend deliberating.
As deliberations continue in the murder trial of Karen Read, a former juror from another high-profile court case in Massachusetts shares with WBZ-TV what experience was like.
As deliberations continue in the murder trial of Karen Read, a former juror from another high-profile court case in Massachusetts shared with WBZ-TV what the experience was like.
The Karen Read trial is big, but Massachusetts has had several other big trials in recent years.
Sean McKinnon was accused of acting as a lookout during the killing of Boston gangster James "Whitey" Bulger. He plead guilty to a charge of lying to federal agents.
Sean McKinnon was accused along with two other inmates in the 2018 killing of notorious Boston gangster James "Whitey" Bulger at a troubled West Virginia prison.
Three men charged in the 2018 prison killing of notorious Boston gangster James "Whitey" Bulger have reached plea deals with prosecutors, according to court papers filed Monday.
If the two men are convicted of murder in Whitey Bulger's killing in prison, prosecutors will not seek the death sentence.
WBZ TV's Kate Merrill reports.
A new report lays out mistakes made before the prison murder of Whitey Bulger. WBZ-TV's Christina Hager reports.
Management failures left Bulger at the mercy of rival gangsters behind bars, the report said.
WBZ-TV's Lisa Hughes reports.
Bulger was killed in 2018
Three men have been indicted in connection with the prison beating death of James "Whitey" Bulger, the FBI announced on Thursday.
The suspect in a nearly four-decade old killing in South Boston was held without bail on Tuesday.
The judge ruled that federal law precludes the family's ability to sue over the Federal Bureau of Prison's decision to transfer Bulger to the prison where he was killed.
The FBI has released hundreds of pages of records from notorious Boston mobster James "Whitey" Bulger's file.
The former FBI agent who worked with Whitey Bulger has been granted medical release in Florida.
Family members of Boston crime boss "Whitey" Bulger have filed a lawsuit against the Federal Bureau of Prisons and 30 unnamed employees of the prison system for failing to protect Bulger.
Greig served a multi-year sentence for harboring a fugitive after being on the run with Bulger for 16 years.
Janet Uhlar says she regrets voting to convict Bulger on any of the murder charges.
If you carry a credit card balance, beware. You'll be paying a lot more for those Christmas gifts due to rising interest rates.
Police in Wellesley and Newton are investigating two separate break-ins connected to Celtics star Jaylen Brown and an assistant coach.
A Stoneham grandmother injured in a hit and run crash two months ago is still struggling with debilitating injuries while police search for the driver.
New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore has been placed back on the reserve non-football illness list, the team announced Thursday.
New England Patriots receiver Kendrick Bourne is a good source to tap for fashion advice. Just don't make things awkward like WBZ-TV's Dan Roche.
Police in Wellesley and Newton are investigating two separate break-ins connected to Celtics star Jaylen Brown and an assistant coach.
If you are dreaming of a white Christmas in Massachusetts, you're running out of time. But there may be a chance as the weekend arrives.
A Stoneham grandmother injured in a hit and run crash two months ago is still struggling with debilitating injuries while police search for the driver.
Some Massachusetts farms are now selling Christmas trees at a discount a week before the holiday.
Jaylen Brown's mother's house was broken into Sunday night while the Celtics were playing in Washington, D.C.
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.
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Minnesota Vikings legend and NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss said he is "battling something internal" and asked for prayers on Sunday.
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
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.
How do you keep political drama from poisoning important relationships during the holidays?
Consumers haggle over the price of big-ticket items like homes and cars. So should they also bargain over the cost of college tuition?
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn joined WBZ-TV this week for a one-on-one interview for Sunday's "Keller At Large."
Jon Keller has his annual list of turkeys in the Boston area for Thanksgiving 2024.
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.
Bertucci's has closed its Swampscott restaurant, leaving only 15 locations in Massachusetts.
Four Seas Ice Cream, fixture on Cape Cod since 1934, has been sold.
Jeff Kinney, the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" author and owner of An Unlikely Story, is determined to make Plainville proud.
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.
New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore has been placed back on the reserve non-football illness list, the team announced Thursday.
New England Patriots receiver Kendrick Bourne is a good source to tap for fashion advice. Just don't make things awkward like WBZ-TV's Dan Roche.
New England Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt took no offense to Jerod Mayo's critical comments on Sunday, and even shed some light on why Drake Maye isn't running more.
Boston Celtics big man Kristaps Porzingis may not miss any time with his right heel injury.
Jaylen Brown's mother's house in Wellesley, Massachusetts was broken into while the Celtics were out of town, sources told WBZ-TV.
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.
An "odd couple" at an Animal Rescue League shelter in Boston is looking for a new home together.