Vacant Boston churches being transformed into affordable senior housing
Some churches in Boston are being transformed to help those who are struggling to find homes.
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Some churches in Boston are being transformed to help those who are struggling to find homes.
Churches in Massachusetts are looking for new ways to use their space as attendance has dropped, including transforming the spaces to be used as affordable senior housing.
Catholics in Massachusetts remembered Pope Francis in churches across the state after hearing of his passing.
A church in Massachusetts is left dealing with the aftermath of destructive winds after a tree fell through the roof of the building Friday.
Churches in southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island are on high alert after federal agents have put out an arson warning to places of worship.
Churches in southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island are on high alert after federal agents have put out an arson warning to places of worship. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.
Churches in southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island are on high alert after federal agents have put out an arson warning to places of worship. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.
No one was hurt in the fire but the church suffered extensive smoke damage. Police said the fire was intentionally set.
A fire at St. Mary's Catholic church in Franklin, Massachusetts is a case of arson, investigators said Thursday.
A congregation in Wakefield, Massachusetts sang, prayed and celebrated the grand reopening of their church, six years after it was destroyed by a fire caused by a lightning strike.
A congregation in Wakefield, Massachusetts sang, prayed and celebrated the grand reopening of their church, six years after it was destroyed by a fire caused by a lightning strike. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.
Faith Lutheran Church in Quincy will remove its tent encampment for migrants after neighbors complained to city officials.
Osteen told parishioners it has been a difficult time with "a lot of trauma."
The 63-year-old church leader is facing five charges, including for having rock and liquid forms of meth and driving without valid insurance, according to an arrest report.
"Of course, we're devastated. We don't understand why these things happen," Joel Osteen said.
In 2003 the Episcopal Church consecrated Robinson as the first openly-gay bishop in all of Christendom. Death threats followed, but so did a shift in the relationship between the LGBTQ community and the church.
A long list of churches are closed on Sunday as snow falls throughout the region.
Three people were arrested in two separate break-ins at churches in South Boston late Wednesday night and early Thursday morning.
Three people were arrested in two separate break-ins at churches in South Boston late Wednesday night and early Thursday morning.
St. Stephen's Armenian Apostolic Church was letting students in for the day when someone noticed a threatening sign had been placed on their bulletin board.
A fire at a church in Orleans was caused by solar panels, according to firefighters.
A fire at a church in Orleans was caused by solar panels, according to firefighters.
WBZ TV's Paul Burton reports.
WBZ TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
Parishioners from the First Congregational Church in Spencer gathered for services at their sister church in Leicester on Sunday.
A new giraffe born this summer at Boston's Franklin Park Zoo has made his debut with his mother.
New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez is returning to the practice field Wednesday for the first time in nearly two months.
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs spoke to reporters for the first time since his girlfriend, rapper Cardi B, announced that the couple is expecting a child.
Health officials in Massachusetts are recommending that all adults in the state receive the COVID vaccine.
Antonio Gibson's 90-yard kickoff return touchdown in Week 2 helped the New England Patriots escape Miami with a win over the Dolphins, and has now earned Gibson a nice honor.
The teen accused of threatening a school shooting in Falmouth was released from jail Wednesday, infuriating several parents.
The Massachusetts Teachers Association says schools should not take action against teachers under fire for Charlie Kirk social media posts.
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs spoke to reporters for the first time since his girlfriend, rapper Cardi B, announced that the couple is expecting a child.
Health officials in Massachusetts are recommending that all adults in the state receive the COVID vaccine.
The ST Seiner set sail from Connecticut in January 1929. The ship was never seen again — until its wreckage was found off Nantucket.
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.
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 Massachusetts Secretary of Education is pushing back on federal cuts to education funding, saying higher education needs to be more accessible nationwide, just like it is in the Bay State.
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 cornerback Christian Gonzalez is returning to the practice field Wednesday for the first time in nearly two months.
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs spoke to reporters for the first time since his girlfriend, rapper Cardi B, announced that the couple is expecting a child.
Antonio Gibson's 90-yard kickoff return touchdown in Week 2 helped the New England Patriots escape Miami with a win over the Dolphins, and has now earned Gibson a nice honor.
The Patriots will look to win their first home game of the season on a throwback Sunday against the Steelers.
The Boston Red Sox not only lost to the Athletics Tuesday night, they also took a tumble in the American League Wild Card standings.
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.