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Lightning, small hail possible in Massachusetts Thursday with risk of severe weather
There is a risk of thunderstorms Thursday, a few of which may reach severe levels.
Ready for summer? Temperatures could hit 90 around Boston this week
It's going to feel like summer in the Boston area this week. Here's the latest forecast.
Moderate to heavy rain could lead to some minor flooding
There will be periods of moderate to heavy rain throughout the morning commute.
Photos show northern lights illuminating the sky around New England
The northern lights were very active late Friday into Saturday morning in parts of New England.
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Dozens of free trees planted to make Medford greener and healthier
An organization in Massachusetts is hoping to make their city a bit greener by giving out free trees.
Plastic straws made from trees might break down faster in nature, researchers find
Researchers on Cape Cod are trying to come up with a new straw made from trees that will break down in nature faster.
How scientists are using Henry Thoreau's book "Walden" to study Mass. climate
Scientists are using Henry David Thoreau's book "Walden" to study how Massachusetts ecosystems have changed over the years.
University of Massachusetts professor asking for help in groundwater research
A professor at UMass Amherst is asking for people's help as his team researches the impact groundwater levels are having in Massachusetts.
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Jennifer McCabe finishes testimony in Karen Read murder trial
Key witness Jennifer McCabe was back on the stand for a second day of cross-examination Wednesday.
Lightning, small hail possible in Massachusetts Thursday with risk of severe weather
There is a risk of thunderstorms Thursday, a few of which may reach severe levels.
13 Harvard students who participated in pro-Palestinian protest will not get degrees
Thirteen Harvard University students who participated in the pro-Palestinian protest encampment on campus will not receive degrees at commencement on Thursday.
Malden police officer shoots man during "altercation" at transportation company
A Malden police officer shot and wounded a man during an "altercation" outside a transportation company Wednesday morning.
3 juveniles stabbed in fight at MBTA station in Boston
Three juveniles were taken to the hospital after each of them were stabbed at an MBTA station Wednesday afternoon.
Health News
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Research finds fish oil supplements may not be beneficial for healthy adults
If you're a healthy adult, you may want to avoid fish oil supplements as they could increase the risk of heart disease.
Could nightmares be a sign of common autoimmune disorders like lupus?
Terrifying nightmares could be an early sign of common autoimmune disorders such as lupus, according to researchers.
Starting ADHD meds in adulthood may increase risk of heart disease, study says
A new study finds adults who start taking ADHD medications may be at higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
Step count just as beneficial for health as minutes exercised, researchers say
Massachusetts researchers say it's equally beneficial to measure exercise by how long you exercise and how many steps you take.
Why do men have a higher risk of Type 2 diabetes than women?
Men are at higher risk of Type 2 diabetes, and a new study says it may boil down to hormonal differences.
I-Team
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What do police do with their guns when they're not used anymore?
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.
Woman says she was raped by Brockton killer who's been on the loose for 10 years
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.
Mass. State Police recruitment Instagram account posts explicit song
The I-Team uncovered a posting on a Massachusetts State Police Instagram account that used a song with racial slurs and talked about guns.
State pays millions to vendors in migrant crisis with little oversight, I-Team finds
Massachusetts is paying millions to vendors in the migrant crisis with little oversight on how taxpayer money is being spent
Romance scams target thousands in Mass: "You have to get rid of your husband"
A Townsend woman was scammed into believing a famous actor was in love with her. Then the case took on a potentially more sinister turn.
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2024 presidential election could come down to independents, but what do they want?
Independents are the ones who make the difference at the polls, but they don't like partisanship and extremism.
What can Massachusetts do about its housing crisis?
Massachusetts Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll spoke about what can be done about the state's housing crisis.
Keller: RFK Jr.'s campaign shows how out of touch Republicans, Democrats are
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reaching out to younger voters where they get their news - social media.
Poll shows "People really like Boston."
Many residents say they really like Boston, but say the cost of living and high housing prices are taking a toll.
Do Massachusetts lawmakers have tax increases on their radar?
Despite an April revenue haul that exceeded forecasts, there is still anxiety on Beacon Hill about overall revenue shortfalls and economic uncertainty.
Business News
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Another central Massachusetts movie theater is closing its doors
The West Boylston Cinema movie theater in central Massachusetts is going out of business.
To-go cocktails are now permanently legal in Massachusetts
You can once again grab a cocktail to go in Massachusetts.
These Massachusetts shops are participating in Record Store Day 2024
April 20, 2024 is Record Store Day. See which record shops in Massachusetts are participating.
Boston Dynamics unveils new fully electric humanoid robot
Boston Dynamics' latest robot is ready to "exceed human capabilities," the company says.
Why are storefronts going dark along Mass. Ave.?
Rising costs are forcing small businesses located on Boston's Massachusetts Avenue to close.
New England Living
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Go camping in luxury at the Terramor Outdoor Resort in Bar Harbor, Maine
Set in the woods outside of Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Maine, Terramor Outdoor Resort offers guests the joy of camping in nature with all the luxury amenities of a modern resort.
Cooking paella with Thistle and Leek's Kate Smith
Chef Kate Smith joins Host Rachel Holt in the Test Kitchen to cook up her signature paella.
Take in one-of-a-kind views at the unique Viewpoint Hotel in York, Maine
Rachel Holt learns all about the Viewpoint Hotel's distinctive design and what makes this destination so unique.
Visit the Seashore Trolley Museum in Maine to see trolleys dating back to the 1890s
Rachel Holt gets an inside look at what makes this museum such a popular destination and tries her hand at driving a vintage trolley car.
Visitors discover the storied past at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate is a sprawling seaside mansion in Ipswich dating back to the 1920s with something for all visitors.
Sports
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Red Sox beat Rays 8-5 to complete 3-game sweep
The Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-5 on Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep.
Tatum named to All-NBA First Team for third straight season
Another year, another All-NBA First Team for Celtics star Jayson Tatum.
Extending Swayman a "priority" for Bruins this offseason
Bruins GM Don Sweeney is promising an "aggressive" offseason, and his priority is getting Jeremy Swayman to sign a long-term extension.
TD Garden named one of the best sports venues
The home of the Boston Celtics and Boston Bruins is ranked as one of the best sports venues in the country.
Holiday was the difference-maker in Celtics' Game 1 win
Without Jrue Holiday making an impact everyone on the floor, the Celtics never would have had a chance to pull off their improbable Game 1 comeback against the Pacers.
Offbeat
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New video shows endangered whale mom and calf in Cape Cod Bay
Researchers spotted a 37-year-old right whale mother named Wolf and her calf off the coast of Massachusetts.
Cicadas are coming to Massachusetts - but not this year
The 2024 cicada broods will not be emerging in Massachusetts - but the buzzing bugs are set to appear here in 2025.
Vultures feared to be dying were just "too drunk to fly"
A pair of vultures thought to be "actively dying" actually had too much to drink, wildlife rescuers in Connecticut say.
PHOTOS: Golden retrievers take over Boston Common before marathon
A fluffy pile of golden retrievers took over the Boston Common in memory of Spencer the marathon dog.
Watch the Mayflower II make a ghostly crossing through the Cape Cod Canal
The thick fog made for an eerie sight as the Mayflower II crossed the Cape Cod Canal.
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