Dirty water still a problem in Greater Boston. Here's why.
Raw sewage is still entering Greater Boston waterways during periods of heavy rain due to poor drainage.
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Raw sewage is still entering Greater Boston waterways during periods of heavy rain due to poor drainage.
Cyclyx in New Hampshire hopes to increase the amount of plastics that can be recycled through its new program in Houston, Texas.
An organization in Massachusetts is hoping to make their city a bit greener by giving out free trees.
Researchers on Cape Cod are trying to come up with a new straw made from trees that will break down in nature faster.
Scientists are using Henry David Thoreau's book "Walden" to study how Massachusetts ecosystems have changed over the years.
A professor at UMass Amherst is asking for people's help as his team researches the impact groundwater levels are having in Massachusetts.
Milder winters and a changing climate have taken a toll on Lake Winnipesaukee, changing patterns of ice-out and ice-in.
Climate change is an urgent problem in the Arctic. From renewable energy to avalanche protection, here's what we can learn from how people there are protecting their way of life.
Spiking temperatures in the Arctic are rapidly melting glaciers. Scientists are now worried about underground methane, a potent greenhouse gas, leaking up to the surface.
A New England startup is developing a ropeless lobster trap that can catch lobster without posing a danger to whales.
Two fishermen and a famous chef are trying to broaden the seafood market and reduce a harmful, invasive species at the same time.
The Massachusetts Oyster Project is an effort to recycle used shells from restaurants on Cape Cod.
Wednesday is the sixth annual Show Your Stripes Day, a day dedicated to raising climate change awareness.
Hurricane Hunters fly into the eye of some of the strongest storms, collecting crucial data to improve forecasting capabilities to keep people safe.
Karen Clark and Company has developed what's they call "catastrophe models," which span from earthquakes to wildfires and hurricanes
The start of June marks the start of hurricane season. Here's what we should expect this year.
Hurricane Bob hit New England nearly 31 years ago. Experts warn that the next one to make landfall could cause major damage.
Recently, WBZ's Sarah Wroblewski was able to join a volunteer crew of about 25 people from Cornell and the CCG Beach Brigade who made the trek down to Cuttyhunk to remove the old lobster gear thanks to a $55,000 grant.
Watertown is a community going green by adding more green. A federal grant will go directly to install tree trenches.
The town of Mashpee and the Wampanoag Tribe are planting oysters in the Mashpee River to filter the water.
Fashion companies are working towards more sustainable practices and slowing down the way products are made.
One expert says we will likely be seeing more and more bare ground in the winters to come in the Boston area.
A slight difference in temperatures can change the way the grapes and eventually the wine may taste.
Electric vehicles are the way of the future, but how do they do in the winter compared to gas-powered cars?
Letting the sun heat your home by opening your blinds is a simple and easy way to save some money.
Cristopher Sánchez allowed four hits in a complete-game victory, Max Kepler and Kyle Schwarber homered, and the Phillies beat the Boston Red Sox 4-1 on Tuesday night.
More than 120 cases, including some for assault on family members and police, were dismissed Tuesday in Boston.
Stanley Forman has been photographing Boston for 60 years, but the image he'll always remember is one he took of a fatal 1975 fire.
Boston's "heat islands" are not just uncomfortable. In sweltering temperatures, they can be dangerous
Donald Trump has opened the gates to a stampede of potential Democratic 2028 presidential hopefuls from across the spectrum.
The cause of deadly fire at the Gabriel House assisted living home in Fall River has been narrowed to 2 possibilities.
A survivor of the deadly fire at the Gabriel House assisted living home in Fall, River Massachusetts is now suing the owner.
The owner of the Gabriel House in Fall River said the sprinkler system was "in working order."
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
More than 120 cases, including some for assault on family members and police, were dismissed Tuesday in Boston.
Boston nurse practitioner Alexa Nicholls Costa wants to help couples struggling with infertility by assisting with the numerous injections that are part of in vitro fertilization.
MACI Arthro is a less invasive knee procedure used to repair cartilage with the patient's cells.
Boston researchers said that the timing of meals for night shift workers could be critical for heart health.
Rats in Boston may be spreading a potentially deadly disease, according to a Tufts University study.
A New Hampshire man is making sure that those facing a Parkinson's diagnosis are getting the support they need.
Investigators are looking into a number of issues including the possibility that the fire was caused by smoking near an oxygen tank.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court confirmed the conviction of a five-time drunk driver for driving with a revoked license, citing an I-Team investigation as evidence.
The last time the state of Massachusetts inspected the Gabriel House in Fall River was in October 2023, the I-Team has learned.
The father of a 40-year-old woman who died in Brookline police custody says investigators are treating her death as a homicide and is demanding answers.
Hank Brennan, the special prosecutor in Karen Read's second trial, was paid more than half a million dollars in legal fees alone.
Donald Trump has opened the gates to a stampede of potential Democratic 2028 presidential hopefuls from across the spectrum.
Massachusetts' Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick McDermott is lobbying for federal funding that will help convicts reacclimate into society.
These are tough times for venture capital, the funding source relied on by many tech startup companies. And one of the biggest slumps has hit Massachusetts.
Democrat Jim McGovern, a Massachusetts Democratic congressman, sat down with WBZ-TV following the passage of President Trump's "big, beautiful bill."
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey defended her record from criticism from her two Republican challengers for governor
Hannaford is closing one of its stores in Marlboro, Massachusetts, and another chain will be taking its place.
Home decor and furniture retailer At Home has filed for bankruptcy and announced it will close 26 stores across the country, including Massachusetts's Dedham and Shrewsbury stores.
A New Hampshire town's attempt to force a bakery to remove or alter its pastry painting is unconstitutional, a judge ruled.
A Chatham, Massachusetts restaurant has been voted the best in the country for waterfront dining.
Joann is closing more fabric stores in Massachusetts and New Hampshire as the retailer winds down operations.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
Cristopher Sánchez allowed four hits in a complete-game victory, Max Kepler and Kyle Schwarber homered, and the Phillies beat the Boston Red Sox 4-1 on Tuesday night.
While the New England Patriots operate in the sports world, the franchise joined the land of heavy metal Tuesday in mourning the loss of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne.
The New England Patriots are bringing back the fan-favorite red throwback uniforms for two games in the 2025 season, the team announced Tuesday.
Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams is back with the team for training camp after missing OTAs and minicamp because of an undisclosed medical scare.
A new era of Patriots football is nearly upon us, with the team set to kick off its first training camp under new head coach Mike Vrabel on Wednesday.
A Worcester woman thought she had scratched a $10,000 winning lottery ticket, but it turns out that she won a whole lot more.
A Massachusetts man won $2 million playing the Powerball thanks to a very lucky mistake.
A tourist was posing for a photo in front of Sullivan's Castle Island in Boston, when a seagull swooped in and swiped her hot dog.
A Massachusetts man said the sting of the Asian needle ant left him feeling sick.
A Massachusetts man's bank account is going up after he played some lucky elevator numbers to win a big lottery prize.