Keller: Task force weighing reparations for Black Bostonians faces challenges
A newly formed task force will study how it can provide reparations for and other forms of atonement to Black Bostonians for the city's role in slavery.
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A newly formed task force will study how it can provide reparations for and other forms of atonement to Black Bostonians for the city's role in slavery.
Recent polls show less than half of parents see their results of diagnostic tests.
Thursday marked a historic day when Maura Healey was sworn in as the first female ever elected governor of Massachusetts. So what will the feat mean for the voters of Massachusetts?
As is usually the case, it was busy year in Massachusetts politics with more to come in 2023.
Gov. Baker sat down to discuss COVID, taxes, and the state of the Republican party.
"There's going to be a lot of consequences."
Barstool Sports has become a popular and controversial player in the world of sports gambling.
Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren sat down for a one-on-one interview with WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller.
Jon Keller says if Charlie Baker succeeds in his new role as NCAA president it could eventually lead to higher political office.
Staff shortages aren't because people don't want to work anymore as much as they just don't live here anymore.
President Biden said, "What is clear is that my economic plan is working" but is that true?
"We've got to address climate change together," said David Cash, regional administrator for the federal Environmental Protection Agency in New England.
The tide is turning against COVID-19 restrictions.
Candidate quality is important. Just ask the Georgia GOP.
The recent surge in gas prices is sparking renewed interest in electric vehicles that run on batteries.
Just three weeks after the election, a new political fight is brewing. And it could put an end to New Hampshire's long tradition of hosting the nation's first presidential primary.
Now that the dust has settled on the midterm elections, it's a good time to look back at what happened to the "red wave" that was projected by many pollsters.
The MBTA and Red Sox center fielder Jarren Duran were two of the biggest local turkeys this year, according to Jon Keller.
Jon says Elon Musk is proving out the old saying that just because you're rich doesn't mean you're smart.
Meehan believes the approval of the millionaire's tax ballot question earlier this month is a sign that voters "want more money to go into public higher education" in Massachusetts.
"You gotta shop like jobs depend on it, because they do," says Jon Hurst of the Massachusetts Retailers Association.
Jon Keller said bipartisanship was a big winner in this election while some pollsters were losers.
Former U.S. Ambassador to New Zealand and Senator Scott Brown said Mass. offers plenty of opportunity for the GOP.
Massachusetts gubernatorial candidate Geoff Diehl sat down with WBZ-TV to discuss the upcoming election.
After he won the party primary last month, Don Bolduc's chances of beating Hassan looked bleak, but that's changing.
The Malden, Massachusetts, community rallied in support of Hernan Escobar, who was taken by ICE while on his way to work last week.
It's officially fall in New England. Here's what to know about the current drought and its impact on fall foliage.
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel would really love if Rhamondre Stevenson fixed his fumbling issue, but acknowledged Monday a change might have to be made in the backfield.
The wife of Robert DeCesare, the 59-year-old man killed Saturday night during a shooting at a Nashua, New Hampshire country club, described him as a hero who died trying to protect her.
A horse is recovering after a "challenging" rescue from an overturned trailer in Charlton.
Karen Read is back in a Massachusetts courtroom today for a hearing in the civil lawsuit that was filed against her by John O'Keefe's family.
Accused New Hampshire country club shooter Hunter Nadeau made his first court appearance after allegedly killing one person and wounding others over the weekend.
It's officially fall in New England. Here's what to know about the current drought and its impact on fall foliage.
The Malden, Massachusetts, community rallied in support of Hernan Escobar, who was taken by ICE while on his way to work last week.
The wife of Robert DeCesare, the 59-year-old man killed Saturday night during a shooting at a Nashua, New Hampshire country club, described him as a hero who died trying to protect her.
Health officials in Massachusetts are recommending that all adults in the state receive the COVID vaccine.
A nonprofit in Cambridge is aiming to make insulin more accessible by selling vials of the drug at a fraction of the cost.
It's been said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day - but when you eat it may be just as significant as what you eat.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced the state will be taking measures to ensure vaccines remain accessible to everyone.
While Massachusetts is a health care leader, it's actually quite difficult to find a primary care doctor in the state.
Massachusetts State Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia died as a result of complications from blunt force injuries during a boxing exercise at the State Police Academy.
Insurance companies are using drones to inspect properties without alerting homeowners. In some cases, policies have been canceled.
A WBZ I-Team investigation revealed the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School leased weapon detection systems for hundreds of thousands of dollars, and found most of them are not being used very much.
Investigators are looking into a number of issues including the possibility that the fire was caused by smoking near an oxygen tank.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court confirmed the conviction of a five-time drunk driver for driving with a revoked license, citing an I-Team investigation as evidence.
Plans to change the state flag of Massachusetts are suddenly a topic in the governor's race.
Is there really anything politicians can do to cool off the blame game?
Rep. Jerry Nadler announced his retirement at age 78. So is it time for 79-year-old Senator Ed Markey to re-think his re-election plans in Massachusetts?
A former top public safety official for Massachusetts said his hometown of Concord has "an antisemitism problem."
As states like Texas and California work to redraw congressional maps in favor of one political party or another, some politicians say Massachusetts is an example of partisan redistricting
The drama between fired Market Basket CEO Arthur T. Demoulas and his family members has been going on for decades.
Stop & Shop says lower prices are coming to its 88 stores in eastern Massachusetts.
Hawaiian Airlines is ending its direct flights from Boston to Honolulu this fall.
Tax free weekend is coming up in Massachusetts. Here's what to know about the 2025 sales tax holiday.
Hannaford is closing one of its stores in Marlboro, Massachusetts, and another chain will be taking its place.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel would really love if Rhamondre Stevenson fixed his fumbling issue, but acknowledged Monday a change might have to be made in the backfield.
The Patriots are mourning the loss of Bobby Grier, one of the key figures in bringing Tom Brady to New England.
Instead of taking steps forward to a potential game-tying score late against the Steelers, DeMario Douglas and the Patriots offense went backward on a must-have fourth down.
The final week of the regular season is going to be madness, as the Boston Red Sox and a slew of other teams look to secure a spot in a crowded American League playoff field.
Brandon Lowe hit his 30th home run of the season and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Boston Red Sox 7-3 Sunday night.
A horse is recovering after a "challenging" rescue from an overturned trailer in Charlton.
A pair of humpback whales leaping out of the water gave two fishermen a scare off the coast of New Hampshire.
Cruiser the police dog enjoyed a Happy Meal reward after finding a missing dementia patient in Avon.
The Polaris Missile in Auburn's Goddard Park is headed to the EcoTarium in Worcester.
Old Thom the orca was spotted in a rare killer whale sighting off Massachusetts.