Former Winter Hill Gang Leader Arrested In Extortion Case
Massachusetts prosecutors have announced the arrest of 83-year-old former Boston-area gang boss Howie Winter.
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Massachusetts prosecutors have announced the arrest of 83-year-old former Boston-area gang boss Howie Winter.
J.W. Carney Jr. told U.S. Magistrate Judge Marianne Bowler that it will be "impossible" for him to read hundreds of thousands of documents by Nov. 5.
Lawyers for mobster James "Whitey" Bulger are due in court to give a judge a status update on evidence turned over by prosecutors in preparation for his trial in November.
A federal judge has turned down a request from the twin sister of mobster James "Whitey" Bulger's girlfriend to lift a lien on her South Boston home, saying the house could be used to pay court-ordered fines.
The family of a man allegedly killed by Massachusetts gangster James "Whitey" Bulger has asked a judge to keep its lawsuit against former FBI officials alive.
The Supreme Court won't hear an appeal over whether the family of a man allegedly killed by Whitey Bulger should get millions of dollars from the government.
The former head of the Massachusetts State Police reveals how his investigations were routinely compromised by the F.B.I.
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Prosecutors and defense lawyers for mobster James "Whitey" Bulger say the evidence-sharing they have argued over for months is now on track for his trial in November.
Lawyers for mobster James "Whitey" Bulger are due in court to update a judge on a long-running dispute over evidence turned over to the defense by federal prosecutors.
Three families who say Whitey Bulger killed their loved ones have won their wrongful death cases against the government.
Steve Rakes says Whitey Bulger threatened his life, and took his South Boston liquor store.
A federal judge has approved the prosecution's request and frozen the assets of Catherine Greig, the girlfriend of reputed Boston mob boss Whitey Bulger.
The trial of alleged mobster James Whitey Bulger will remain on November 5th, at least for now.
Prosecutors are trying to seize assets of mobster James "Whitey" Bulger's girlfriend.
The girlfriend of notorious Boston mobster Whitey Bulger, who was on the run with him for 16 years, entered a guilty plea in court on Wednesday.
Federal prosecutors believe reputed mob boss Whitey Bulger may have been writing memoirs and they will likely use the evidence against him at his upcoming trial.
Prosecutors tell family members of Bulger's alleged victims that Catherine Greig will plead guilty to two charges.
Steve Davis, the brother of an alleged Bulger victim, says federal prosecutors told him that Catherine Greig is expected to plead guilty next week.
The trial for reputed gangster James "Whitey" Bulger will be November 5, it was announced Monday afternoon.
The brother of one of James "Whitey" Bulger's alleged victims is speaking out after actor Mark Wahlberg expressed interest in a jailhouse meeting with the reputed former mob boss.
A federal prosecutor believes the 82-year-old will try to "manipulate the system" so he's never brought to trial for his alleged role in 19 murders.
Multiple sources tell WBZ-TV it was a brief, but very intense visit under tight security for 82-year-old Whitey Bulger at Boston Medical Center.
Whitey Bulger was rushed to the hospital last week. The I-Team has learned the Boston mobster has been treated recently for health problems.
This is the big week of the year for year-end lists, the year in review, the best and worst of the year gone by, and so on and so on, and I don't blame you if you've already heard enough of them.
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Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
Three million people have seen a viral social media video of Coffee Milano Cafe customers walking through the door dancing.
The WBZ Weather Team has issued a NEXT Weather Alert for the rainstorm that is coming on Thursday
The woman who was attacked and killed by her own dog in Boston Monday night has been identified as Jeriline Brady-McGinnis.
The Boston Bruins have fired head coach Jim Montgomery after a sluggish start to the season.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
A new brush fire has developed in the Blue Hills State Reservation, sending smoke into surrounding Massachusetts communities.
Boston police are looking for two suspects in connection with a larceny scheme that took place on November 8.
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 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.
A small group of loyal customers gathered in Weston Saturday morning to thank a pharmacist who is relocating as Walgreens closes the location where he served the community for almost three decades.
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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.
The defending NBA champions held off the league's hottest team on Tuesday night, with Jayson Tatum scoring 33 points and adding 12 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to a 120-117 victory over Cleveland and hand the Cavaliers their first loss after 15 straight wins to open the season.
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.
It didn't take long for former New England Patriots receiver Tyquan Thornton to find a new home.
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.