Massachusetts zoo mourns death of 66-year-old elephant Ruth

CBS Boston (News) 12/29 6:57A Matt Schooley

NEW BEDFORD Buttonwood Park Zoo in New Bedford is mourning the death of a 66-year-old elephant that has been an iconic member of the zoo for nearly 40 years. Massachusetts elephant dies The zoo...

Fixing MBTA and housing in Massachusetts are Gov. Maura Healey's goals for 2025

CBS Boston (News) 12/29 3:24A Jon Keller

BOSTON - In the second part of Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey's interview with WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller, she spelled out what her top priorities are for the state heading into the new year - housing and transportation. "There are two...

Celebrating New Year's Eve in Boston with suggestions from The City Lists

CBS Boston (News) 12/28 4:44A CBS Boston

Boston content creator Marwa Osman from The City Lists shared New Year's Eve ideas for those who are on a budget, want to watch the fireworks or even celebrate with their dogs!

Non-alcoholic liquor store provides options for Dry January in Boston

CBS Boston (News) 12/28 3:49A Tiffany Chan

BOSTON - A unique store in Boston's South End is offering bottles of non-alcoholic drink options to customers, ideal for those hoping to give up alcohol for Dry January. Non-alcoholic bottle shop Dray is a non-alcoholic bottle shop. It was created...

Boston shop hopes to encourage others to quit drinking with non-alcoholic options

CBS Boston (News) 12/28 3:41A CBS Boston

A unique store in Boston's South End is offering bottles of non-alcoholic drink options to customers, ideal for those hoping to give up alcohol for Dry January. WBZ-TV's Tiffany Chan reports.

Maps show icing threat across Massachusetts on Saturday; winter weather advisory issued

CBS Boston (News) 12/27 6:38A Jason Mikell

BOSTON - The WBZ-TV weather team has issued a NEXT weather alert for the threat of ice on the roads in Massachusetts on Saturday. New England saw a precursor to the weekend weather on Friday morning...

Victims of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in New Hampshire identified as family from...

CBS Boston (News) 12/27 5:31A Neal Riley

NEWTON - The four victims found dead in a suspected carbon monoxide poisoning incident in Wakefield, New Hampshire on Christmas have been identified as a family from Newton, Massachusetts. The New...

Weekend To Do List: Celebrating New Year's Eve in Massachusetts

CBS Boston (News) 12/26 9:30P Jordyn Jagolinzer

BOSTON - Well, it's time to say goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025! If you're still looking for a New Year's plan, we've got you covered. First Night Celebration Ring in the New Year at Patriot Place with their First Night Celebration! This...

Video shows large avalanche on Mount Washington; elevated risk for more this week

CBS Boston (News) 12/26 1:57A Neal Riley

NORTH CONWAY, N.H. - Video captured by the Mount Washington Avalanche Center shows a wall of snow racing down the mountain on Christmas Eve. The center says the "large natural avalanche" happened in the Hillman's Highway area "after several inches...

4 found dead in Wakefield, New Hampshire on Christmas from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning

CBS Boston (News) 12/26 1:14A Neal Riley

WAKEFIELD, N.H. - Four people were found dead on Christmas Day in Wakefield, New Hampshire from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning, authorities said. State Fire Marshal Sean Toomey said police responded to 2962 Province Lake Road in Wakefield...

The Boston Sun Rewind

The Back Bay Sun 12/26 12:38A The Boston Sun Staff

2024 was memorable year in Boston for a variety of reasons. So as the curtain closes on another year, we invite readers to look back. Courtesy of The Friends of the Public Garden. On Jan. 11, the...

Councilor Durkan Urges Residents to Keep Sidewalks Clear

The Back Bay Sun 12/26 12:31A The Boston Sun Staff

By Dan Murphy With the first snowfall of the year blanketing Boston and winter weather now an undeniable reality, City Councilor Sharon Durkan is urging residents to help keep city sidewalks clear, safe, and accessible for everyone. Snow on...

Wu Announces White Stadium Lease Agreement

The Back Bay Sun 12/26 12:31A The Boston Sun Staff

Special to the Sun Mayor Michelle Wu announced the City of Boston has executed a Lease Agreement and BPS Stadium Usage Agreement with Boston Unity Soccer Partners, paving the way for the largest investment into BPS Athletics and White Stadium...

Traffic Advisory for December Festivities

The Back Bay Sun 12/26 12:30A The Boston Sun Staff

Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be...

Office of Housing Celebrates GrowBoston Accomplishments

The Back Bay Sun 12/26 12:30A The Boston Sun Staff

Special to the Sun The Mayor’s Office of Housing announced the highlights and accomplishments of GrowBoston: Office of Urban Agriculture over the last year. Through innovative programs and targeted investments, GrowBoston continues to expand...