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Cape Squirrel Rehabilitation Spans Coast To Help Critters Injured By Humans

Golden Bough Wildlife Inc. has squirrels as its most common patients, though it treats a plethora of other small animals. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Boston City Council Approve Mayor Wu's Rent Control Proposal

Mayor Wu's rent control proposal would cap yearly rent increases at 6% plus inflation, going no higher than 10%. WBZ'S Madison Rogers reports:

South Boston Pizza Parlor Has Saint Patrick's Day Pizza Made With Real Gold

Bardo's, a South Boston pizzeria, is selling a specialty pizza topped with 14-karat gold flakes in honor of Saint Patrick's Day. WBZ's Matt Shearer reports:

New Hampshire Scuba Divers Could Catch Their Own Lobsters If Bill Is Passed

The proposal would allow 100 scuba diver recreational lobster licensees to be issued on a first- come first served basis. WBZ's Jim MacKay reports:

Boston Celebrates International Women's Day Breakfast In-Person For 25th Anniversary

The meal had a physical venue for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic but still offered online attendance. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Duxbury's Mythical 'Draco The Dragon' Celebrates His 18th Birthday

When's he's not batting his wings around town, Draco sits outside his dragon's den just off Route 3A in Duxbury. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy reports.

North End Restaurant Owners Petition To Bring Back Outdoor Dining

Mayor Michelle Wu's Administration ended the on-street section of the program for the North End this year. WBZ's James Rojas has more:

Potty Parity: Lowell City Councilor Aims For Equity In Number Of Bathrooms

Officials say the new phased remodel of the school meets code when it comes to the bathrooms. WBZ's Shari Small reports.

Sweet Treats, High Demand: New Girl Scout Cookie Is Sold Out

"Raspberry Rallies" were online-exclusive cookies that skyrocketed in popularity and have since been sold out. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Keep It Down: Salem City Council Aims To Reduce Noise On Roads

One of the main obstacles to solving noise pollution is the speed at which violators are traveling. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Suggested Gratuity: Allston Reacts To Idea Of Tipping Their Landlords

There's a video circulating the Internet that suggests tenants show financial appreciation for their landlords— an idea that's not gaining much traction with Allston residents. WBZ's Matt Shearer reports.

Survey: Boston Red Sox Fans Are Second Most Annoying, Arrogant In Nation

In terms of behavior, Boston was ranked to have the third worst mannered fanbase. WBZ's Adam Kaufman reports.

Feline History, Books, Art, And More Showcased At Salem Cat Museum

There's a new pop-up museum in Salem that's purrrrr-fect for all you cat lovers out there. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy checked it out.

Marblehead, Provincetown Ranked Among Top 5 Coastal Towns In Nation

Two Massachusetts towns make the top five list of best coastal communities in the nation. WBZ's James Rojas is one of them north of Boston.

New Dog, New Tricks: Robo-Dogs Patrol Cape Cod Space Force Station

Attleboro's 'Art In The Open' Contest Will Brighten Up Construction Fence

The City of Attleboro is trying to spruce up one of their big construction sites downtown with artwork. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Bellingham Author Chosen To Illustrate Matthew McConaughey Kids Book

Quite the honor for a local illustrator who's been chosen to illustrate a book written by a high profile actor. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Newburyport Municipal Docks Named One Of The Best Marinas In The Country

Rave reviews have earned the municipal docks of one North Shore city a rare honor. WBZ's Kendall Buhl explains.

'Boston Fee Party' Demands Cheaper, Cleaner Energy

Mass. Libraries Compete In 'Minute Madness' Reading Tournament

Brighton Store Lets Creatives Design, Create Their Own Rugs

Customers can design anything from their favorite anime characters to their favorite flowers. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports:

One Woman Uses Social Media To Promote Brockton's Black Owned Businesses

The organization began as an Instagram page and has since grown to become Brockton's first Black business advocacy organization. WBZ's Matt Shearer reports:

Turtle Power In Northampton: TMNT Tribute Manhole Covers In The Works

Cohasset Native Astronaut Blasts Off On SpaceX Mission

This is far from Mission Commander Stephen Bowen's first rodeo. He's visited the International Space station on three other missions. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy has more:

Patient's Final Heartbeat Transformed Into Cherished Keepsake

Unified Programming Coming To BPS Thanks To Special Olympics Grant

Unified programming is coming to 23 schools in the Boston public school system thanks to a partnership with the Special Olympics. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Rideshare Drivers Rally At Uber Headquarters In Saugus

A caravan of over a hundred rideshare drivers drove from Lynn to Uber headquarters this afternoon, rallying with labor activists in the battle over gig worker benefits. WBZ's Madison Rogers was at the rally.

Extra COVID-Era SNAP Benefits Ending For Massachusetts Residents Thursday

Tomorrow hundreds of thousands of Massachusetts residents will lose their extra COVID SNAP payments. With many people worried how they'll afford to eat, WBZ's Brooke McCarthy has some advice.

Cat Storms Field During Boston Red Sox, Miami Marlins Spring Training Game

WBZ's Drew Moholland reports.

Boston Police Want Public's Help Solving North End Purse Robbery

Some residents in the neighborhood weren't surprised about the break-ins. WBZ's Jim Mackay spoke to them.

Hunger, Waste Targeted In "Food Recovery" Program

State Board Approves Controversial Worcester Cultural Academy

No Need To Buy A Grand Piano, In Lynn You Can Rent One By The Hour

The rental service gives those without a grand piano the ability to learn and play on an authentic full-size piano instead of a keyboard. WBZ's Carl Stevens reports:

Bald Eagle Is In Critical Condition, Treated For Rat Poisoning On Cape Cod

The bald eagle was captured from a cemetery in Arlington after showing signs of possible rodenticide poisoning. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports:

Fall River's Route 79 Closes Permanently For Pedestrian Walkway Construction

The project is expected to wrap in the fall of 2026, and aims to open up park-like areas, making for 19 acres of developable land. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Game On Rockland: Retro Video Game Show Lands On South Shore

There were a slew of retro Nintendo, SEGA, PlayStation, and Xbox video games at the first-ever Boston Area Retro Game Show. WBZ's Jim MacKay reports.

Boston College Police Look Into Student Fraud Reports Over Ticket Purchases

Police are urging students and ticket holders to keep a close eye for suspicious charges on their accounts if they made a purchase for Robsham Theater, BC Athletics, or other campus events within the last couple months. WBZ's Tim Dunn reports.

Brockton: South Shore's City Of Champions Rocks Out To Redemption

By popular demand, @MattWBZ went to check out Brockton. WBZ's Matt Shearer reports.

Governor Healey Announces $859 Million Tax Relief & Reform Plan

The proposal includes avenues for tax reform on estate and short-term capital gains. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Monday Night Storm To Bring Up To 8 Inches Of Snow To Mass.

Preparations are underway at the Chelsea salt piles ahead of the storm, which could cause headaches for the Tuesday morning commute. WBZ's James Rojas has more:

Boston Rally To Mark "365 days Of Defending Freedom" In Ukraine

Nearly one thousand people showed up with yellow and blue flags in hand to support Ukraine. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports:

Boston Mayor Wu Reacts To Spike In Shootings, Faith Leaders Are Critical

Church and community leaders spoke out last week saying Mayor Wu hasn't been in touch with some areas being affected by the uprise in gun violence. WBZ's Shari Small reports:

South Boston's Sullivan's Opens For The Season, Despite Cold Temperatures

Many in line were bundled up from head to toe waiting for Sullivan's on Castle Island to open its doors for the 2023 season. WBZ's Mike Macklin reports:

Bruins Goalie Linus Ullmark Makes History With First Boston Goalie Goal

Ullmark launched the puck across the full length of the ice straight into the goal with less than a minute on the clock. WBZ's Charlie Bergeron reports:

Everett Craft Brewery Uses ChatGPT To Create New Beer Recipe

A craft brewery in Everett is out with a new beer this week that was crafted and designed by artificial intelligence. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville explains.

Holy Cow! This North Shore Ice Cream Shop Has The Best Flavor In America

A North Shore ice cream maker now has bragging rights for best ice cream flavor in the country. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

Peabody City Council Wants To Stop Car Carriers Parking On Routes 1, 114

The Peabody City Council is looking to put an end to a dangerous trend that's happening on city roadways. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports.

'3rd Space' Breathes New Life Into Vacant Downtown Crossing Storefront

A Downtown Crossing storefront that became vacant during the pandemic is now a “community gathering space”, as we hear from WBZ's Carl Stevens.

Cambridge's Foundry Jukebox Tells Stories Of The Community

Instead of playing music, one jukebox in Cambridge is telling priceless stories. WBZ's James Rojas is there with more.

Wildlife Rehabilitator Warning Locals During Skunk and Raccoon Breeding Season