Boston Public Schools Updates Reopening Options, Prioritizing Parents' Choice
Boston Public school officials have updated the district's coronavirus re-opening plan, prioritizing parents' choice.
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Boston Public school officials have updated the district's coronavirus re-opening plan, prioritizing parents' choice.
Boston, along with other school districts, has to submit its reopening plans to the state by Friday's deadline, but a final announcement could still be days or weeks away.
The Worcester Public Schools system will start the 2020-2021 school year with full remote learning, after a school committee vote Thursday night.
Members of Boston University's faculty are raising concerns about the school's plan to reopen the campus this fall amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Clark University is moving forward with a plan to reopen its campus, despite a student petition which has gathered hundreds of signatures.
The City of Boston is planning to push back the start of school for students until September 21.
As the deadline for schools to submit their plans approaches, protests are emerging across the state with parents and teachers taking sides.
Effective this fall, Boston University will allow approval of posthumous degrees for students who died before completing coursework.
The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has sent a new letter to superintendents suggesting how the state's new color-coded coronavirus map should play a role in school reopening decisions.
Holy Cross students woke up Monday morning to the news that their fall 2020 semester will be shifting to remote online learning because of the coronavirus.
Massachusetts lawmakers will accept written testimony Monday on legislation that would suspend the MCAS exams for four years.
Catholic church officials say nearly a dozen Catholic schools have closed in Massachusetts this year and more could shutter as the economic toll of the coronavirus pandemic mounts.
Massachusetts schools were due to submit their final reopening plans to the state Monday. But that deadline has been extended to August 14.
The state's largest teachers' union is pushing back against Governor Charlie Baker's belief that children can't learn to read remotely.
Worcester is favoring a remote start while Boston hasn't released a plan yet.
Storms on Thursday could produce a total of 1-3" of rain in spots, delivering a good soaking.
The company that won the bid to redevelop 18 highway service plazas in Massachusetts is dropping out of the project, citing litigation threats.
Lovely is an independent and kind young girl whose name perfectly reflects her sweet and friendly nature.
An 8-year-old girl in Milford, Massachusetts has a long road to recovery ahead of her after she was hit by a truck while crossing the street.
Chelsea Police arrested a man seen on surveillance video trying to violently rob the EZ Mart in Chelsea, armed with two knives in broad daylight Monday morning.
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.
Carlos Narváez hit a two-run double in the sixth inning, Nathaniel Lowe had two RBI singles and the Boston Red Sox beat the AL-leading Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 on Tuesday night.
Bill Nye the Science Guy was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and had a special guest for the event in Celtics star Jaylen Brown.
The Boston Bruins had their best player back at practice on Monday, as David Pastrnak returned to the ice after missing the first week of training camp with tendinitis in his knee.
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel would really love if Rhamondre Stevenson fixed his fumbling issue.
The Patriots are mourning the loss of Bobby Grier, one of the key figures in bringing Tom Brady to New England.
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.
