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CVS pharmacists in Mass. can now prescribe birth control. How it works.

CVS pharmacists in Massachusetts can now prescribe birth control. Here's how it works CVS pharmacists in Massachusetts can now prescribe birth control. Here's what you need to know.

Massachusetts man drives truck onto Colorado's Buffaloes football stadium.

MA man arrested after driving pickup truck onto field at Colorado football stadium A Massachusetts man was arrested after driving his pickup truck onto the University of Colorado's Folsom Field Thursday night.

Aldi is making employee starting salaries up to $23 an hour.

This grocery chain is making employee starting salaries up to $23 an hour A popular grocery store with more than 20 locations in Massachusetts is raising employee starting salaries to up to $23 an hour. What to know

This Cape beach was named one of the most breathtaking places in U.S.

This Cape Cod spot was named one of the most breathtaking places in U.S. Other top views include Denali from Wonder Lake in Alaska and Na Pali Coast from Kalalau Lookout, Hawaii.

Fighter jet flyover scheduled for opening ceremonies of Patriots game.

Fighter jet flyover set for NE Patriots home opener Sunday at Gillette. What to know Sunday is the home opener at Gillette Stadium for the New England Patriots.

Cambridge state rep primary race has a winner. Here are the results.

Recount complete in Democratic primary race for Cambridge state rep. Here are the numbers Decker had 3,471 votes, MacKay had 3,430, 130 ballots were blank, and there were three write-ins.

What Massachusetts schools made the Princeton Review's list of best colleges?

See which MA schools made the Princeton Review's list of best colleges in 2025 The Princeton Review creates the list of best colleges by surveying college students on factors like academics, administration and campus life.

Hear about Jackie Kennedy's 'infamous' pink suit at this Norwell event.

Norwell nonprofit will host seminar examining fashion choices of U.S. first ladies Learn about the various fashion choices of first ladies on Oct. 8 at the James Library & Center for the Arts in Norwell.

U.S. senators slam Steward CEO, threaten contempt proceedings.

'Poster child' of corporate greed? Senators slam Steward CEO, threaten contempt proceedings Ralph de la Torre defied a subpoena to appear before the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions.

Patriots take on the Seahawks Sunday. How to watch.

Patriots vs. Seahawks: How to watch the New England Patriots in Week 2 game on Sunday Can New England Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett show back-to-back wins this early in the season?

Explore the Freedom Trail by lantern light. Here's how to go.

Explore the Freedom Trail after dark. Lantern tours return. Have you ever wanted to take a tour on the Freedom Trail in Boston? Check out their annual lantern-led night tours.

Red Sox' James Paxton announces plan to retire after 2024 season.

Red Sox pitcher plans to retire at the end of the 2024 season Red Sox pitcher James Paxton, who is out with a calf injury, announces plans to retire. What will he do next?

Is Boston the most Irish city in the world? What this study found.

Is Boston the most Irish city in the world outside of Ireland? What this study found What is the most Irish city in the world not in Ireland? Here's how Boston ranked in this new study

The 'Hey Sam' text line helps young people having thoughts of su***de.

The 'Hey Sam' crisis text line is a mental health resource for young people. How it works. There are resources available to those feeling lonely, stressed or having thoughts of su***de, including a peer-to-peer text line for young people.

Never too late: Belmont woman, 79, thrives running a clothing business.

Belmont woman, 79, thrives as founder of business selling stylish activewear A Belmont woman founded a business offering styylish and comfortable activewear when she was 78 years old.

Exclusive interview: Renowned actor in Danvers to pitch his new vodka.

'Aquaman' Jason Momoa visits Market Basket in Danvers to promote new vodka, Meili Actor Jason Momoa and his business partner, Blake Halvorson, were in Danvers on Sept. 10 to promote their new spirit, Meili Vodka.

From baller to author: NBA star Jayson Tatum releases children's book.

Celtics star Jayson Tatum releases children's book A Boston Celtics star has added author to his resume with the release of a new children's book.

New cases of West Nile virus confirmed in Massachusetts. Which areas are at risk?

Three new cases of West Nile virus confirmed in Massachusetts. Which areas are at risk Which areas are at high risk for West Nile virus? Three new cases confirmed in MA. What to know

Why is there warm weather on the horizon? Here's what to know.

How can it be 80 degrees in September? What to know about the warm weather this weekend A warmup is on the way, but how can it be 80 degrees in September? Is there a reason for the heat? Are there any new hurricanes forming? What to know.

Who is David Muir? Before moderating debate, he was a Boston reporter.

Who is David Muir? Before he was a debate moderator, he was a news anchor in Boston Long before moderating the presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, David Muir was a reporter in Boston. What to know about him

From September 2021: World Trade Center steel was distributed around the U.S. Here's where in New England.

World Trade Center steel was distributed around the U.S. Here's where in New England. After 9/11, cities and towns across the country received steel from the fallen Twin Towers to serve as memorials and public displays of remembrance.

Only 41 votes separate state Rep. Decker from challenger. What's next?

Recount set for Sept. 12 to determine 25th Middlesex state rep seat in Cambridge Decker, who has served in the Legislature since 2013, at first appeared to lose her seat to MacKay by 40 votes.

It's corn maze season. Here's where to find them in Massachusetts.

10 corn mazes to check out this fall in Massachusetts, including tickets and prices Two mazes have themes for the Boston Celtics following their championship win.

'Everybody feels it.' Interactive gaming comes to the Northshore Mall.

New Northshore Mall storefront offers motion-based video gaming experiences Immersive Gamebox, an interactive virtual reality gaming concept for team playing, has opened at the Northshore Mall in Peabody.

Fourth EEE case confirmed in Massachusetts. Here's which areas are at risk.

Fourth EEE case confirmed in Massachusetts. Here's which areas are at risk A fourth case of EEE has been confirmed in Massachusetts. How you can stay safe from the mosquito-borne illness

McDonald's launches Mini McFlurry, bite size version of fan favorite.

McDonald's launches Mini McFlurry, and updates packaging to be environmentally friendly Do you only want a few bites? McDonald's launched the new Mini McFlurry, a smaller version of the McFlurry. How you can get it

'American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez ' to air on Sept. 17.

'American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez ' to air on Sept. 17. Here's how to watch The ten-episode miniseries entitled "American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez" plans to retell the tragic rise and fall of the late tight end, according to the show's webpage on the FX website.

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump debate is tonight. How to watch.

Time, channel for presidential debate: How to watch Kamala Harris and Donald Trump debate Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will face off in a presidential debate tonight. Here's what time and how to watch it.

How to request a sample ballot ahead of the November elections in Massachusetts.

How to get a sample ballot for the November election in MA by mail or online Want to know what is on your ballot in November 2024 MA elections? Here's how to request a sample ballot.

Kimball Farm is bleeding green with this Celtics-themed corn maze.

This Massachusetts corn maze has a Celtics theme this year. Here's how to go The maze is open on weekends through Nov. 3rd.