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The Loop From WBZ NewsRadio

WBZ NewsRadio gets you prepared for the day with stories that impact you and your community. Five minutes of news will keep you in “The Loop.”
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Episodes

Morning Report: Saturday, January 18, 2025

Tragedy in Norton as a young girl dies after being pulled from a pond. The Women's March: People's March will begin later this morning at 11 am on the corner of Charles Street and Beacon Street in Boston. Sounds of Celebration from the Middle East after the Israeli Parliment approved a Ceasefire deal to end the war in Gaza. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 18, 20258 min

Afternoon Report: Friday, January 17, 2025

Time appears to be running out for TikTok. Israel's cabinet recommends approval of the ceasefire with Hamas. It appears Bill Belichick won't return to the NFL. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 17, 20257 min

Mid Day Report: Friday, January 17, 2025

The Supreme Court upholds a ban on TikTok if a sale does not go through, several students are injured in a Waltham bus crash, and Boston wants to make rides to school electric. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 17, 20258 min

Morning Report: Friday, January 17, 2025

The governor gives the State of the Commonwealth address, it's a switch up for summertime ferries, and remembering the life and legacy of Bob Uecker. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 17, 20257 min

Afternoon Report: Thursday, January 16, 2025

Israel's cabinet is expected to vote Friday on the deal with Hamas.The high winds have calmed in Los Angeles County, lessening the wildfire risk. Filmmaker David Lynch has died. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 16, 20257 min

Mid Day Report: Thursday, January 16, 2025

The governor prepares for the State of the Commonwealth, the state unveils a look at the future Sagamore Bridge, and a famous comedian from Brookline gets a big honor. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 16, 20257 min

Morning Report: Thursday, January 16, 2025

The FDA proposes a limit on nicotine, Blue Origin has liftoff, and glimmers of hope to save TikTok in the U.S. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 16, 20257 min

Afternoon Report: Wednesday, January 15. 2025

Israel and Hamas reach a ceasefire agreement. President Biden is about to deliver his farewell to the nation. A local couple has the wedding of their dreams at Chuck E. Cheese. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 15, 20257 min

Mid Day Report: Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Needham votes 'no' on an affordable housing plan, a manhunt plays out across the state after a shooting in Easton, and the career of disgraced state trooper is on the line. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 15, 20256 min

Morning Report: Wednesday, January 15, 2025

It's back to work for Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, officials talk possible bridge replacements, and a body is discovered on a flight bound for Boston. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 15, 20257 min

Afternoon Report: Tuesday, January 14, 2025

A contentious Senate confirmation hearing for Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth. The Trump team dismisses former special counsel Jack Smith's final report. Kate Middleton's cancer is in remission. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 14, 20257 min

Mid Day Report: Tuesday, January 14, 2025

The mayor of Boston welcomes her third child into the world, Starbucks is through with non-customer pit stops, and a New Bedford bar is ordered to shut down. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 14, 20256 min

Morning Report: Tuesday, January 14, 2025

This winter sickness season has more pathogens to contend with, Revere rethinks shelter safety, and a Boston city councilor considers taxing soda. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 14, 20257 min

Afternoon Report: Monday, January 13, 2025

The Patriots' new coach, Mike Vrabel, promises going forward the team will "fight like crazy." The Santa Ana winds return to fire-ravaged southern California. President Biden says an Israel-Hamas cease-fire is on the horizon. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 13, 20257 min

Mid Day Report: Monday, January 13, 2025

The New England Patriots welcome Mike Vrabel as their new head coach, Southern California under highest red flag warnings, and an airport in Beverly grounds plans to expand. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 13, 20257 min

Morning Report: Monday, January 13, 2025

State Trooper Michael Proctor to stand in front of a Mass. Police panel, strong winds return as wildfires burn in Southern California, and less Gen Z-ers are drinking alcohol. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 13, 20257 min

Afternoon Report: Sunday, January 12, 2025

Crews are racing to contain deadly wildfires in Southern California ahead of high winds, Patriots Hall of Famer Mike Vrabel will be the team's new head coach, and politics is on the menu at a legendary burger joint in Cambridge. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 12, 20256 min

Mid Day Report: Sunday, January 12, 2025

MASS DOT warning about a new scam. Authorities in New Bedford investigating a deadly triple shooting. Massachusetts less than two years away from elections for Governor and the U.S. Senate with the GOP wondering who will be in the running. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 12, 20256 min

Morning Report: Sunday, January 12, 2025

MASS DOT wants you to be aware of a new scam that may be coming to your phone. The death toll form the wildfires in California has risen to 16 as crews battle to cut off the spreading blazes before potentially strong winds return that could push the flames toward some of the city's most famous landmarks. New Hampshire Authorities are expected to resume a search this morning for a woman who fell through the ice at Big Island Pond in Atkinson. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 12, 20257 min

Afternoon Report: Saturday, January 11, 2025

The incoming snow means breaking out the shovels and sleds, some buisnesses are rolling out efforts to help Southern Californians in need, and a scam targeting local drivers is back in force. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 11, 20257 min

Mid Day Report: Saturday, January 11, 2025

A multi-State police chase ends with four in custody, the College Football Playoffs are down to the final two, and time may be running out for Tik Tok. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 11, 20256 min

Morning Report: Saturday, January 11, 2025

Governor Maura Healey promising major changes after learning that residents of Massachusetts Shelters are not neing evaluated as carefully as promised. Nordstrom and Macy's announcing they will be closing dozens of stores around the country. The Boston City Council has rejected a push for new ethics oversight as one Councilor fights Federal Corruption allegations. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 11, 20257 min

Afternoon Report: Friday, January 10, 2025

The Supreme Court debates Tik Tok's future in the US, as a potential ban is on the horizon. After President elect Donald Trump's lawyers failed to put a stop to it, sentencing today for the man who will be inaugurated as President again in 10 days. Today's a day most people don't want to be associated with "Quitters Day". Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 10, 20257 min

Mid Day Report: Friday, January 10, 2025

President Elect Donald Trump is "unconditionally discharged" in sentencing, Boston City Councilors talk ethics, and hiring ramps up across the U.S. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 10, 20257 min

Morning Report: Friday, January 10, 2025

California wildfires go from bad to worse, Dick Vitale bounces back to call basketball, and today's the day for quitters. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 10, 20257 min

Afternoon Report: Thursday, January 9, 2025

The body of former president Jimmy Carter returns home for the final time. Tens of thousands of acres have burned along with homes, businesses and landmarks in Los Angeles. New York's highest court says it will not block president-elect Donald Trump's hush money sentencing from happening on Friday. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 09, 20257 min

Mid Day Report: Thursday, January 9, 2025

Former president Jimmy Carter is laid to rest, audit deadlines loom over Beacon Hill, and a former Quincy official is accused of embezzlement. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 09, 20257 min

Morning Report: Thursday, January 9, 2025

Final preparations for the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter today, shortages scramble the egg aisle, and Boston talks safety in the wake of nationwide acts of violence. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 09, 20257 min

Afternoon Report: Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Four major wildfires are burning in the Los Angeles area. The state's highest court upholds the MBTA Communities Act. Piping plovers are rebounding. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 08, 20257 min

Mid Day Report: Wednesday, January 8, 2025

The MBTA Communities Act is ruled to be constitutional, a passenger shuffle on the tarmac delays a flight from Logan Airport, and the latest from wildfires in CA. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Jan 08, 20257 min
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