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Millions of American workers have been laid off or furloughed during the coronavirus pandemic, with a record 20.5 million US jobs lost in April. But some companies are still hiring thousands of new employees to keep up with shifting consumer demands and spending habits.
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, business has been a mixed bag for many floral shops around Massachusetts.
Amazon and Netflix continue to do well as coronavirus isolates people in their homes, but many other companies have benefited or may soon.
Local businesses say they can't reopen Boston's economy without bulk supplies of protective gear.
Cape Cod Healthcare, the parent company of Cape Cod and Falmouth hospitals, is furloughing about 600 workers because of "historic" financial losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Eleven Massachusetts House and Senate Democrats wrote a letter to Walmart CEO Doug McMillon.
The decision to reopen Massachusetts golf courses shocked other industries who feel they, too, deserve a chance to open their doors.
Cape Cod businesses are nervous about what a coronavirus summer will bring.
Neiman Marcus filed for bankruptcy Thursday as the coronavirus pandemic continues to batter the retail industry.
The cruise company operates trips from Boston to Bermuda, the Caribbean and Canada.
Around 1,000, or 18%, of Wendy's 5,500 US restaurants are not serving any hamburgers or other meat-based items.
A Quincy shop owner is worried how her business will survive the coronavirus pandemic's impact.
J.Crew has become the first national retailer to file for bankruptcy protection since the coronavirus pandemic forced a wave of store closures.
After 44 years in business, the Great Scott music club in Allston is closing for good.
The owner of three local pet stores says he's had no luck in securing a PPP loan to help his struggling business.
The mother who was struck by a car in a Framingham crosswalk with her baby in the stroller said she is thankful to be alive.
A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration from cutting off federal funding from dozens of "sanctuary" cities and counties — covering several of the largest cities in the U.S.
A man was shot by a federal officer in Worcester, Massachusetts Friday morning during a joint police operation
Several people had to be rescued at a beach in Rye, New Hampshire, on Friday as dangerous waves and currents hit the East Coast from Hurricane Erin.
Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester, Massachusetts was closed for swimming again after a reported shark sighting.
While Massachusetts is a health care leader, it's actually quite difficult to find a primary care doctor in the state.
Researchers at Harvard Medical School in Boston say that, based on a study in mice, lithium could someday help treat Alzheimer's disease.
E-cigarettes have been drawing in young people for years and new research finds teenagers who vape have higher rates of depression and anxiety.
The Eastern equine encephalitis virus, or EEE, has been identified in mosquitoes in Massachusetts for the first time in 2025.
Boston nurse practitioner Alexa Nicholls Costa wants to help couples struggling with infertility by assisting with the numerous injections that are part of in vitro fertilization.
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.
The last time the state of Massachusetts inspected the Gabriel House in Fall River was in October 2023, the I-Team has learned.
Some schools take student phones away during the day but there is pushback, saying cellphones can have benefits with education.
Thousands of Massachusetts state employees are working remotely, at least part of the time. But is it creating problems?
Sen. Elizabeth Warren is criticizing President Donald Trump for promising to lower costs for Americans, a promise she said he's failed to keep.
A new Gallup poll finds the percent of American adults who drink alcohol has dropped its lowest point in nearly a century.
Funding cuts and immigration policies may keep many international students out of Massachusetts and the United States this fall.
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.
Home decor and furniture retailer At Home has filed for bankruptcy and announced it will close 26 stores across the country, including Massachusetts's Dedham and Shrewsbury stores.
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.
The roster trimming has begun for the New England Patriots, who said goodbye to 14 players Friday morning.
The kicker battle between Andy Borregales and Parker Romo remains unsolved after the preseason.
A frustrating preseason is over for Patriots veteran Kyle Dugger. Now the safety will sit and wonder if he did enough to remain with the only NFL team he's played for after Tuesday's cut-down day.
The preseason is over for the New England Patriots, but Mike Vrabel and company have a lot of work to do leading up to Week 1.
Roman Anthony introduced himself to the crowd at Yankee Stadium in a big way Thursday night, crushing a big homer for the Red Sox in the ninth inning.
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.
A Worcester woman thought she had scratched a $10,000 winning lottery ticket, but it turns out that she won a whole lot more.
A Massachusetts man won $2 million playing the Powerball thanks to a very lucky mistake.
A tourist was posing for a photo in front of Sullivan's Castle Island in Boston, when a seagull swooped in and swiped her hot dog.
