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Pressley, Warren Tour Mass. To Promote Student Loan Forgiveness

Applications will still be reviewed while debt discharge is paused. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports.

Davis Square Redevelopment Plans Likely To Displace Somerville Businesses

The project from Scape Davis Square, LLC could take up to two years to complete renovations. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Former U.S. Secretary Of Transportation: MBTA Safety Progress Has Derailed

Back on Beacon Hill on Tuesday, Ray LaHood reiterated concerns to state lawmakers, with a bleak opinion of progress they've made on transportation safety. WBZ's Mike Macklin reports.

Gloucester Shop Selling Candles To Help Raise Money For People In Ukraine

A store owner in Gloucester has been doing her small part to help people in Ukraine impacted by the Russian invasion. WBZ's Carl Stevens reports.

Ash Carter, Former Obama Defense Secretary, Dies At 68

President Obama's final defense secretary Ash Carter has died here in Boston. WBZ's Drew Moholland reports.

Father Of Harmony Montgomery Arrested For Her Murder

Harmony Montgomery was first reported missing last year, and was declared dead by officials this past summer. WBZ's Nichole Davis reports.

Lynn Fire Department Preparing For Electric Car Fires

Fires in the lithium-based cars burn differently than their gas counterparts. Lynn is reaching out to other departments to see how they handle the growing phenomenon. WBZ's James Rojas has more:

Return Of The Mac: Pats QB Mac Jones Expected To Play Against Bears

The presumptive starter has missed three games with after getting a serious ankle injury in Week 3 against the Ravens. WBZ's Jim MacKay has more:

Mass. Test Scores Plummet To 19-Year Low After Pandemic Learning Loss

Nationally, "the size and scope of the declines are the largest ever in mathematics,” said NCES Commissioner Peggy Carr. WBZ's Drew Moholland reports:

Boston Police Looking For Masked Man Seen Lurking Outside Homes In Brighton

Boston Police are asking residents in Brighton to be on the lookout for a masked man spotted lurking outside of some Boston College student apartments in Brighton. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Halloween Is Coming: Here Are A Few Of Boston's Most Popular Costumes

With just over a week to go, we hit a local costume store (and the web) to find out what the people are wearing this Halloween. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe has more:

Plymouth Boy Saved, Man Arrested After Hours-Long Police Standoff

Police said the man, Herman Smith, barricaded himself inside a Plymouth house with a young boy, after allegedly stabbing someone. WBZ's Charlie Bergeron reports:

Carver Farm Lets Visitors Cuddle Cows

Of the two cows on Phippen Pharm, Tootsie the 600-pound Jersey cow is the more affectionate. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville has more:

'Change Is Simple' Teaches STEM & Sustainability To Boston Students

WBZ's Mike Macklin reports.

Midnight Hour Close At Hand: Thriller Flash Mob Invades Buzzard's Bay

WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports.

Midnight Hour Close At Hand: Thriller Flash Mob Invades Buzzards Bay

WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports.

Early Voting Begins In Massachusetts: What You Need To Know

Each community in the Bay State is required to have early voting open for this weekend and the next. WBZ's Charlie Bergeron reports.

Boston Flower Deliver Service That Sells "Eternal" Roses

Espoir Boston sells treated roses to the Boston area that last at least a year before they begin to wilt. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports:

Boston Mayor Wu Announces Green Infrastructure, Environmental Policies

The policy includes five new standard designs to expand small-scale green infrastructure installations in the city to include stormwater mitigation measures and other environmental benefits. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports:

BOSTON GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE

WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports:

55 Migrant Families Sent To Methuen, Mayor Perry Is Upset With State Agency

Mayor Perry said the Department of Housing and Community Development did not inform him of their plan to send 55 migrant families to the Days Inn on Pelham Street. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports:

Two MIT Grad Students Are Accomplishing Their Goals One Dunkin' At A Time

The two have visited 65 of the Dunkin's on their list, leaving just 231 to go. WBZ's Matt Shearer reports:

Head Of The Charles Kicks Off With Sunny Skies

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Boston's Head Of The Charles Regatta Kicks Off, Thousands Of Rowers Compete

Thousands of teams came to Boston from far and wide to compete in the world's largest three-day rowing competition, according to the Head of the Charles Regatta's official website. WBZ's Jim MacKay reports:

Tunes & Tales: 'Beyond The Blues' Musical Lands In Lynn

At the end of the musical acts, it's up to audience members to decide who wins the competition. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy reports.

Haverhill Teachers, District Reach Tentative Deal To End Strike

Protestors Disrupt Boston Mayor Wu Event On Mass & Cass

UMass Doctors Save Mother & Son From Mushroom Poisoning

A Record Number Of Visitors To Salem Means Big Business For Local Tow Companies

Big Top Comes To Boston With 'Great Mr. Swindle’s Traveling Peculiarium'

The temperature-controlled big top tent popped up outside the Harpoon Brewery in Boston's Seaport District. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Mystery Solved: The Case Of The Missing 'Hocus Pocus' VHS

Boston Police Release Images Of Person Of Interest In Stabbing Of Jean McGuire

The Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau Unveils TheBOS

No Telescope Needed: Orionids Meteor Shower Visible Thursday Night

Massachusetts Officially Has A New State Dinosaur

Governor Baker held a ceremonial signing of the bill at the Boston Museum of Science. WBZ's Drew Moholland has more:

Boston's Beacon Hill Has One Of The 'Most Beautiful' Streets Anywhere

A new listing by Architectural Digest puts an iconic Beacon Hill spot front and center as one of the most picturesque streets on the planet. WBZ's Drew Moholland has more:

Boston FBI Warns Of Emerging Trends In Tech Support Scams

Peabody Essex Museum Celebrates October With Self Guided 'Salem Witch Trials Walk'

"Missing Dogs Of Mass." Is Helping One Couple Get Their Fur Baby Back

In September, Rodrigo Romero and Tanya Gonzalez of New York were visiting friends in the Kendall Square area when their dog, Luna, ran out the door. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports:

Dorchester Man's Website To Find Dive Bars In Boston Gaining Popularity

A Dorchester man created a website in the early days of the COVID pandemic, not realizing it would become a tool to help Boston residents find local dive bars. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports:

Mattapan Wading Pool Turning Into Splash Pad On Hold After Residents Object

State Representative Brandy Fluker Oakley, who represents Suffolk District, said the community was frustrated they were not included in the decision as public places to swim are limited. WBZ's Chris Fama reports:

Boston Logan Airport Travelers Experience A Taste Of Boston At The Terminal

Some food vendors found at Boston Public Market's location on Hanover Street were introduced at Logan Airport's Terminal C with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and platters of lobster rolls. WBZ's James Rojas reports:

Malden Teachers Strike Ends After Both Sides Reach Tentative Agreement

Thousands of kids in Eastern Massachusetts are headed back to class today, while thousands more get another day off. WBZ's Drew Moholland reports.

Boston University Researchers Combine COVID Strains To Study Case Severity

The hybrid virus created at BU was found to be more lethal to mice than the omicron variant, but less so than the original COVID-19 strain. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Plainridge Park Casino Asks To Renew Harness Racing License

Several town officials in support of the renewal told the Gaming Commission that Plainridge has helped the community with its partnership. WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe reports:

Salem Visitors Find Britney Spears' Biggest Fan Dancing In Street

While roaming the streets of Salem, WBZ's Matt Shearer had a sing-along with a man who loves doing taxes and listening to "Oops! I Did It Again." WBZ's Matt Shearer reports:

Salem Witch Trial Accuser Descendent Apologizes In Letter After 300 Years

The letter writer said they were a descendant of Benjamin Abbot, the man who accused Martha Carrier of being a witch in 1692 ultimately leading to her death. WBZ's James Rojas reports:

Do You Have Zappe Fever? Patriots Fans Weigh In On Quarterback Debate

Some Mac Jones fans have mixed feelings about the rookie's success since Jones has been out with a high ankle sprain injury. WBZ's Chris Fama reports:

Celtics Unveil New Uniforms Honoring Bill Russell

The Celtics got some new threads meant to honor a team legend. WBZ's Brian Antonelli reports.

Meet One Canton Restaurant's Newest Employee: Bella The Robot Waitress

A Chinese restaurant in Canton was tired of struggling to find workers, so it did the next best thing. It hired a robot. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports.