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Work And Family Mobility Act Off To A Busy Start At RMV Offices

The new law allowing documented immigrants to apply for their drivers licenses is off to a busy start in Massachusetts. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports from Boston.

Extreme Rain, Flooding Expected For Parts Of New England Monday

Rainfall rates could reach up to one inch an hour, and certain parts of Vermont could see rainfall comparable to Tropical Storm Irene in 2011. WBZ's Jim MacKay has more:

Taking Out The Trash: New Bedford Garbage Crisis Solved By Contractor

Tens of thousands of trash barrels were left overflowing last week after a contract dispute with New Bedford's old trash collection company. WBZ's Tim Dunn has more:

MassDOT: Expect Heavy Tuesday-Thursday Traffic From Sumner Closure

MassDOT Highway Administrator Jonathan Gulliver said the construction work is going on as planned, but the worst traffic is yet to come. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville has more:

Lynn Yacht Club Members Excited For Proper Summer Boating Weather

The rainy, windy weather of late has made for a rough start to the boating season here in New England. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe spoke with some boaters on the North Shore who are keeping their fingers crossed for a rain-free weekend.

Lowell Family Paying It Forward With LifeVac Anti-Choking Device Donations

A family in Lowell has turned a near-tragedy into an opportunity to make their city a little safer. WBZ's Kendall Buhl explains.

North Shore Lawmakers Frustrated With Lack Of Temporary Lynn Train Platform

A couple of North Shore lawmakers aren't happy with the fact that the city of Lynn is without any kind of commuter rail train station for the next year. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Veterans Can Now Park Free In Salem

A North Shore city is saying both "welcome" and "thank you" to US military veterans. WBZ's Kendall Buhl explains.

Alarming Rise In Duxbury Beach Shorebird Monitors Being Harassed

People have been revving their engines at staff in the road, swerving around employees, and yelling at the monitors while they are working. WBZ's Drew Moholland reports:

Norwood Residents Try To Stay Cool Amid High Temperatures

Norwood was the hottest community in New England on Thursday with temperatures feeling like it was over 100 degrees. WBZ's Chris Fama reports:

King's Beach In Lynn, Swampscott Washes Up Foul Grade For Water Quality

Tenean Beach on the Neponset River came above King's this year, with an annual rating much higher at 89-percent. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy reports.

Boston Announces Funding For Free Swimming Lessons This Summer

WBZ's Madison Rogers reports.

Southie Residents Beat The Heat Amid Triple-Digit Feel Temperatures

WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

After A Rainy June, Why Does Massachusetts Still Have Water Restrictions?

About 100 towns and cities have at least some restrictions on when residents can water their lawns despite a perfectly normal amount of rain in June. WBZ's Chaiel Schaffel has more:

Longtime Boston City Councilor Michael Flaherty Not Seeking Re-Election

A familiar face on the Boston City Council says he's not seeking re-election. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy explains.

Massachusetts Football Team Brawls With Fans In Arizona

The Massachusetts Pirates are part of the Indoor Football League. Three players and a coach were suspended indefinitely. WBZ's Drew Moholland has more:

Rain & Shine: Climate Protestors Vow To Remain Outside Mass. Statehouse

Protestors also want a system that "prioritizes the most vulnerable people and establishes indigenous sovereignty and remediation led by and for communities suffering environmental injustice." WBZ's Carl Stevens reports.

Boston Commuters Coping With Sumner Tunnel Closure

Bostonians Have A Case Of The Post 4th Of July Blues After Gloomy Holiday

Some Boston residents said they think they should have gotten the whole week off since the holiday fell on a Tuesday. WBZ's Chris Fama reports:

Blue Line Goes Fare-Free As Weeks-Long Sumner Tunnel Closure Begins

The Sumner Tunnel is closed until the end of August, which means commuters can ride the Blue Line for free. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Norton Meteorologist Explains Difference Between Fog And Haze Over Boston

Pederson said fog and haze do look similar to the naked eye. With a smoky sky lingering over Boston recently from the Canadian wildfires, some are concerned by the hazy-looking sky. WBZ's Shari Small reports:

When Marblehead Fire Chief Isn't Fighting Fires He's Earning Degrees

Fire Chief Jason Gilliland went back to school after 30 years and received a bachelor's degree in Fire Science from Salem State University. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy reports:

HARBORFEST KICKOFF

Harborfest Brings 5 Days Of Fireworks, Historic Reenactments, And Chowda

The 215th Army Band of the Massachusetts National Guard performed at Downtown Crossing to kick off Harborfest's opening ceremony. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports:

T Riders Find New Ways To Commute As Some Green Line Service Is Suspended

The MBTA announced service changes for riders on the Red, Green, Orange, Kingston, Middleborough, Greenbush, and Worcester lines starting this July. WBZ's Shari Small reports:

Retired Police Detective Takes Riders On A True Crime Tour Of Boston

A retired Boston Police Detective has started a “True Crime” tour of Boston, including some of the cases he worked on. WBZ’s Carl Stevens has the story.

Grafton's 'Bread Guy' Trades The Classroom For The Bakery

A retired school principal from Grafton has turned his hobby of making bread at home into a storefront business. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Harvard Reacts To Supreme Court Throwing Out Race-Based College Admissions

A Supreme Court ruling is rippling through college campuses across the country. Today conservatives on the bench banned affirmative action in admissions, in cases filed against Harvard and the University of North Carolina. WBZ's Madison Rogers has reaction from Harvard Yard.

Competitive Rentals Still Available On South Shore As July 4th Nears

With the start of the holiday weekend just days away, popular renting websites like Airbnb are still showing rentals available for the Fourth of July. WBZ's Jim MacKay reports:

Brandeis ‘Orthodox’ Ad Stirs Controversy On And Off Campus

Brandeis University in Waltham has one of the most active Orthodox Jewish communities on any campis in the country. Now, a new ad campaign has put the school administration in hot water. More from WBZ's Chaiel Schaffel.

Owners Of Swampscott Pub Calling For Old Oars Or Buoys For Outside Display

A seaside pub is coming to the North Shore and the owners of the restaurant are going to decorate it with some seaside contributions from local residents. WBZ's Carl Stevens reports.

Suffolk County DA's Annual 'Basketball For Peace' Tournament Returns

With a mission to break down barriers, Suffolk County officials are hosting a youth basketball tournament today. WBZ's Madison Rogers has the story from UMass Boston.

Beverly Farms Removing 'Horribles' Name From Annual 4th Of July Parade

A popular horribles parade on the North Shore isn't so horrible anymore. Organizers have decided to change the name of the parade. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe got some reaction from folks in downtown Beverly.

'Taste Of Lynn' Puts A Spotlight On City's Culinary Delights

Officials are serving up a plate of Lynn as part of a weeklong celebration of food. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy has the details.

East Boston Woman Hunting For Missing Sentimental Portrait

The hand-painted portrait was last seen Friday, when Casey Repici accidentally forgot it on the roof of her car. WBZ's James Rojas has more:

MBTA To Hold Open House For Riders On Planned Green Line B Branch Work

The MBTA plans to host an open house to make sure riders are on board with plans to temporarily close the B Branch of the Green for part of July. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Best Bees Is Keeping The Buzz Alive In The World Of Urban Beekeeping

It's all the buzz right now. Urban beekeeping keeps growing in popularity nationwide. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports there's a Boston-based company called Best Bees that helps its customers keep their beehives humming.

The 'CowParade' Returns To Boston Raising Money For Cancer Research

It's a cattle drive of it's own kind. WBZ's Chris Fama has more about what's being called the "CowParade."

Worcester's eSki Tests Out Electric Jet Ski Prototype On Lake Quinsigamond

A man from Worcester is not letting his visual impairment get in the way of his unique fight against climate change. WBZ's James Rojas has that story.

Bruins Coach Jim Montgomery Gives Heartfelt Speech Accepting Coaching Award

Bruins Head Coach Jim Montgomery delivered a moving speech after winning the Jack Adams Award for being the best coach in the NHL last season. WBZ's Brian Antonelli reports.

Little Red Gems: Mass. Strawberry Season Is Here, And Almost Gone Again

Strawberry season is fleeting in Massachusetts. WBZ's Chaiel Schaffel reports.

Somerville Treasure Hunt: Resident Maps City's History, Art, Oddities

Somerville is home to a lot of things, including history, art, a giant wooden giraffe with moveable ears, and even an elf village that comes complete with its own Market Basket. But how can one find all of these things? WBZ's Kyle Bray explains.

Activists Outraged After Lowell Clears Homeless Encampment Near Dog Park

The city of Lowell is clearing out a homeless encampment that's been set up outside of a dog park for years. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Marshfield Man Raises Money At Cohasset Triathlon For Autoimmune Treatment

Gino Vitelli raised funds for the JBC PANS AND PANDAS Foundation to support treatment for the condition he has suffered from for most of his life. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports:

Bostonians Ate, Drank, And Played With Beans At First Beantown Beanfest

From locally brewed coffee and bean pies to playing cornhole with bean bags, beans were on everyone's mind. WBZ's Emma Friedman reports:

Braintree Police Investigate Double Homicide on Alfred Road

Braintree Police are telling residents there is no ongoing threat to the public after a double homicide on Sunday morning. WBZ's Shari Small reports:

Essex Man Sues Golf Course For Free Hole-In-One Car

Daniel Fialho of Essex says the Rockport Golf Club and a local car dealership owe him a new GMC Terrain SUV. WBZ's Chaiel Schaffel has more:

Costly Chocolate Impacts Local Shops

BAMS CONX Conference At Berklee Kicks Off Annual Festival

Organizers are getting ready for two days of musical performances and festivities at the 5th annual Boston Art & Music Soul Festival this weekend. The festival kicked off a day early this year with a new symposium of sorts. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe explains.

Newton Record Shop Hosts Collection Of Late Boston Music Icon Brother Cleve

A vintage record shop in Newton is using a unique way to celebrate the tunes of the past - and the people who loved them. WBZ's Madison Rogers reports.