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David "Big Papi" Inducted Into Baseball Hall Of Fame

Cary Square's Micro Food Pantry In Chelsea

WBZ NewsRadio's Brooke McCarthy reports:

MassWildlife Teaches Ice Fishing Courses In Field & Online

Lagacy said he teaches free courses for fishing year-round, including safe beginner ice fishing classes. WBZ's Matt Shearer reports.

Was There A Hyannis Inaugural Ball In 1961? Mystery Stumps JFK Museum

WBZ's Karyn Regal reports.

Vandal Throws Over A Hundred Mass. Ave Bike Lane Cones Into Charles River

For the second time since last Friday, an unknown vandal threw over a hundred of the cones into the Charles River. WBZ's Jim MacKay reports.

Report Alleges Former Andover Youth Services Director Pocketed Donations

The Nixon Peabody report alleged that Fahey and his staff had taken a combined $100,000 worth of donations. WBZ's Karyn Regal reports.

Big Papi Could Make Hall Of Fame Tuesday Night

WBZ NewsRadio spoke to Boston Globe columnist Dan Shaughnessy, who says David Ortiz is headed for the hall — but didn't vote for him on his own ballot. WBZ's Drew Moholland has more:

Two Workers Fired After Car Stuck On Chelsea Street Bridge

The car was caught on the bridge as it raised to let a tugboat pass underneath — no one was hurt. WBZ's James Rojas has more:

Local Officials Call For Accountability After Deadly Commuter Rail Crash

WBZ's James Rojas reports on lawmakers' calling for more accountability surrounding a deadly commuter rail crash in Wilmington.

State Senate President Spilka Optimistic State House Can Re-Open Next Month

WBZ's Brooke McCarthy reports on a potential timeline for the State House to re-open to the public.

Former Fall River Mayor Jasiel Correia Asks To Delay Prison Time Again

Correia's motion detailed that the defendant, if permitted by the court, would work in his family's small business before serving time. WBZ's Tim Dunn reports.

Wellfleet Police Begin To Wear Body Cameras On Duty

Police said the program is meant to increase transparency, promote de-escalation, resolve citizen complaints, and provide as a valuable training tool. WBZ's Tim Dunn reports.

Arlington Police Rescue Multiple People Falling Through Ice Over Weekend

Arlington Police said they responded to Spy Pond multiple times for reports of ice skaters who had fallen through the ice. WBZ's Karyn Regal reports.

Mass. Excise Tax On Marijuana Surpasses Alcohol For First Time

The state's sales of cannabis sold for adult recreational use has reached $2.54 billion, but have led to marijuana officially surpassing alcohol in excise tax dollars for the first time. WBZ's Jim MacKay reports.

Lyndell's Bakery In Somerville Continues 135-Year-Old Business In New Venue

Lyndell's Bakery said they are celebrating 135 years in business, but bidding farewell to their original building. WBZ's Matt Shearer reports.

16-Year-Old From Arlington Joins New England Revolution Roster

WBZ's Chris Fama reports on the latest homegrown player to join the New England Revolution squad, who is only 16 years old.

Man Shot By Police Outside Apartment Complex In Burlington

Boston Mayor Wu Grants City Workers Extra Week To Show Proof Of Vaccination

WBZ's James Rojas reports on an extension to Boston's vaccine mandate for city workers.

New Bedford Mayor Urges Residents To Get Booster Shots Amid Rising Cases

WBZ's Tim Dunn reports on a plea from the mayor of New Bedford for residents to get their booster shots as cases surge in the city.

Me2 Orchestra Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary With Free Concert In Boston

WBZ's Shari Small reports on a free concert being put on by an orchestra working to reduce the stigma around mental illness.

Police Searching For Suspect In South Shore Plaza Shooting

WBZ's Mike Macklin reports on a shooting at a shopping center on the south shore.

Baker-Polito Administration To Invest $200 Million Into Chapter 90 Program

Details from WBZ's Mike Macklin

Salem Offering $500 COVID-19 Incentive To Eligible Employees

WBZ's Charlie Bergeron has more

Somerville Board Of Health Rejects Vaccine Mandate

WBZ's James Rojas reports on the Somerville Board of Health voting down a proposed vaccine requirement.

UMass Lowell Scientists Working On Method To Freeze-Dry COVID-19 Vaccines

WBZ's Jim MacKay has more

Industrious Spirit Distilling Company Debuts New Oyster-Distilled Vodka

WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe has more

Stoughton Elementary School Dispenses Knowledge With Book Vending Machines

WBZ's Chris Fama turned the page on this story

Michelle Wu Signs Executive Order For Affordable Housing Improvements

WBZ's Karyn Regal explains

Healey Joins All-Female Democratic Field In Governor's Race With Most Cash

Attorney General Maura Healey has about ten times as much money on hand as her next closest competitor. She focused on the state's economy and her record in her first press conference. More from WBZ's James Rojas:

SkiChair In Millbury: Helping People Play In Style And Rest In Style

Details from WBZ's Kim Tunnicliffe

The Immigrant Learning Center Is Helping Immigrants Learn English Remotely

WBZ's Carl Stevens has more

Friendly’s Café: A New Quick-Service Facelift To The Ice Cream Shop Staple

WBZ's Matt Shearer has more

Andover K-9, Who Helped In Boston Marathon Bombing, Takes His Last Ride

WBZ's James Rojas has more

It's Been 20 Years Since The Tuck Rule Game In Foxboro Stadium

The controversial play call against the Raiders is remembered by many as a pivotal moment in the beginning of the Patriots dynasty. WBZ's Jim MacKay reports:

Supreme Court Seems Skeptical Of Boston's Refusal To Fly Christian Flag

The case, in which Boston refused to fly a Christian "Camp Constitution" flag, has put an unusual array of parties on the same side, including a conservative activist and the Biden Administration. WBZ's Jim MacKay has more:

NH Gov. Sununu Criticizes Mass. Judge Over Harmony Montgomery Case Ruling

WBZ's James Rojas reports on New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu blaming a Massachusetts Judge for their poor handling of a custody case involving now-missing Harmony Montgomery.

Amesbury Suspends Impact Fees For Cannabis Retailers

Impact fees were introduced to offset things like traffic and disruptions, but Amesbury Mayor Kassandra Gove waived them for the City's cannabis retailers. WBZ's Karyn Regal reports.

MIAA To Discuss CDC's Recommendation On Shutting Down Sports

Officials said that students will continue to play sports unless individual districts or schools opt for a pauses and cancellations. WBZ's Chris Fama reports.

Cape Cod Fugitive Is Captured In Georgia After Months On Run

According to police, Devine was being held at Shattuck Hospital, when he allegedly scaled a high fence and escaped on foot back in September of 2021. WBZ's Tim Dunn reports.

Boston Tech Startup Develops Smart Massager For Personalized Treatment

The massager was designed to tailor to the user, similar to how a trainer can feel which muscles are the tightest on their patient. WBZ's Matt Shearer reports.

Milton Woman Grows Bouquet Business Out Of Her Backyard

Goonan said her business "Cheers to Flowers" delivers flowers to a local hospice or senior center for every bouquet sold. WBZ's James Rojas reports.

Framingham Police Warn Residents Of QR Code Parking Scam

Officials said that unsuspecting victims that scan the nefarious codes are directed to a website that looks like a payment page but steals their personal data instead. WBZ's Matt Shearer reports.

Boston Opens New High-Capacity Testing Site In Roxbury

The site, run by CIC Health, will feature a card system so people can save their place in line and not need to wait in the cold. WBZ's Carl Stevens reports:

Bruins To Retire Willie O'Ree's Number

WBZ's Jim MacKay reports on the Bruins retiring Willie O'Ree's number, the first black player to play in an NHL game.

Old North Church Reckons With History Of Trafficking, Slavery

The historic church in Boston is exploring its connections to the 18th Century chocolate trade, publishing materials for students on its history. WBZ's Brooke McCarthy reports:

Focus On Voting Rights From Mass. Officials And Non-Profits On MLK Day

Imari Paris Jeffries, the Executive Director of King Boston, said the day was an opportunity to be re-inspired. WBZ's Drew Mulholland has more:

Cape Cod Coast Guard Rescues Six Stranded Duck Hunters In Barnstable

A Jayhawk helicopter was deployed and directed to the hunters' location by Barnstable Fire, officials said. WBZ's Tim Dunn reports.

Utility Crews Cross State Lines To Brace For East Mass. High Wind Storm

With possible wind gusts as high as 60 miles an hour expected for eastern Massachusetts on Monday, utility companies from across North America planned to brace for the worst. WBZ's Suzanne Sausville reports.

Conley Terminal Welcomes Biggest Container Ship In Port Of Boston History

Work to deepen the main ship channels began in July of 2018, enabling the Port to accommodate the larger container vessels. WBZ's Matt Shearer reports.

Boston's "B Together" Policy Takes Effect, Mandating COVID-19 Vaccines

The "B Together" policy mandated that residents age 12 and older must have proof of having at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine for entry into businesses around Boston. WBZ's Mike Macklin reports.