Imagine the pain of losing a loved one, especially to a violent crime. Then, as you struggle with tragedy, you find yourself victimized again. Some Massachusetts families say that’s what happened to them and they’ve filed lawsuits against the company they say took advantage of them.
We've all been stuck on the phone waiting to get through to customer service. Well now there's a new way to end the run-around. 7's Susan Tran explains how you can get a "Rapid Reply."
BOSTON -- He learned to dance on the streets of Boston. Now he's taking that talent to a whole new level---making it into the semi-finals of NBC's "America's Got Talent."
After hurricanes hit, power outages are often the hardest thing for people to deal with. 7's Amanda Grace has advice for getting your family plugged in without generating any trouble.
UNDATED – A big part of getting ready is making sure you have enough food and supplies to last during and after a storm.
When the wind blows and it begins to downpour, a secure home could shut out damage.
Another concern for many of us is our pets and making sure they are cared for and safe. Anne Allred has everything you need to know when it comes to protecting your pets.
We all love our smart phones. They help us stay connected by letting us post updates and pictures instantly online. But as Amanda Grace explains, you may not realize that you could be revealing a lot more with those photos than you might think.
BOSTON, Mass. - In January, a Danvers mom was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma. Just four months later, doctors discovered her 13-month-old daughter had neuroblastoma, a deadly childhood cancer.
If you have a four legged friend, you know fighting fleas can be a real struggle. But some pet owners say by trying to treat their pets, they nearly killed them. 7's Ryan Schulteis explains how some flea and tick treatments are putting "Pets in Peril.”
WALPOLE, Mass. -- Prince William's pick for his wedding cake is his favorite traditional English Chocolate Biscuit Cake, and one local bakery has perfected the prince's decadent confection.
Many people find themselves laid off or looking for work, trying to figure out what they should do. Are you doing what suits you? A Boston-based test could help you figure it out. 7New's Anne Allred shows us how.
Many schools are struggling with budget cuts - cutting jobs and pay. But in certain cities and towns, custodians are cleaning up financially. 7s Susan Tran has details.
For some people, bed bugs are their worst nightmare! Now there's a new way to sniff out these creepy critters in your home. 7's Adam Williams introduces us to the latest form of “Pest Protection.”
It's time for those last minute holiday shoppers to hit the stores, many of them making their purchases with a credit card. And new technology is making paying with plastic even easier. But that same technology is also making it easier for criminals to steal your info, without actually stealing your card. 7's Amanda Grace explains how these "Electronic Pickpockets" work.
Roni Johnson says her body is just fine, except for one little thing!
The Internet is full of outrageous tips and tricks, everything from how to fix a soaked cell phone to alternative ways to charge your iPod. But how helpful are these how-to videos? 7's Amanda Grace tried out a few to see if they're actually "Real or Ridiculous."
T riders in a rush to catch a ride are catching a break thanks to some new technology. Apps are now available to help you time your commute and tell you when that train or bus will be there. 7's Ryan Schulteis tried out a few to find out which ones work best at "Tracking the T.”
No more texting behind the wheel. The new state law banning texting while driving is now in effect. But some companies say they have hands-free systems for texters to communicate safely and legally on the road. 7's Nicole Oliverio tried out some of these touchless texting programs.
Summer days are a time for kids to head to summer camps. But 7News has learned that not all Boston camps are passing when it comes to inspections.