Special Report: Archived Reports - Page 2 of 66

  • Curley House

    Curley House

    A Boston mansion, sitting empty for more than two decades. The Curley House is supposed to be transformed into a cultural center, but every year tens of thousands of dollars are spent on the mansion, which sits empty. 7's Ryan Schulties takes us inside for the details.

    Posted on 08/05/10
  • Risky Rides

    Risky Rides

    Most bikers don’t start pedaling until after they clip on their bike helmet. But did you know that bike helmets have a shelf life?

    Posted on 07/30/10
  • Facebook Freebies

    Facebook Freebies

    Facebook is the place to be to reconnect with old friends or share pictures of your latest vacation. But we found Facebook has another benefit - freebies. 7's Sorboni Banerjee shows us just how much swag you can snag.

    Posted on 07/09/10
  • Expired Safety

    Expired Safety

    Parents know to put their child into a car seat. And those car seats are expensive. So many parents pass down the same one from child to child. But, what many parents don't know, those car seats don't last forever. 7's Kim Khazei explains how you can make sure your child's car seat isn't "Expired Safety."

    Posted on 06/30/10
  • Dangerous Driving

    Dangerous Driving

    MBTA bus drivers are supposed to follow traffic rules. But we caught dozens of buses breaking the law by ignoring stop signs in one Boston neighborhood. 7’s Sorboni Banerjee exposes this “Dangerous Driving.”

    Posted on 06/09/10
  • Parental Pop Quiz - Bullying

    Parental Pop Quiz - Bullying

    Two Massachusetts students endured relentless bullying - to the point where they felt the only way out was suicide. Their deaths shocked the nation…and their tragic stories helped change the law in Massachusetts. But some parents still wonder if we have learned anything. 7's Amanda Grace has the story.

    Posted on 06/07/10
  • Allergy aid

    Allergy aid

    Tis the season! And this year, allergies seem to be worse than usual -- but relief is in sight, 7NEWS has some tips to cure your ailing allergies.

    Posted on 05/06/10
  • DNA testing in young athletes

    DNA testing in young athletes

    The world’s most talented athletes achieve success from a lot of hard work and determination. But could a DNA swab show whether your child will someday do well in a particular sport? 7News’ Kim Khazei shows us the test that one company says can help determine what sports your child can conquer.

    Posted on 04/13/10
  • Gross-ery Bags

    Gross-ery Bags

    Shoppers are no longer choosing between paper or plastic, now they're bringing their own reusable bags to supermarkets. But there's a hidden drawback behind this convenient, environmentally friendly choice. 7's Sorboni Banerjee reveals what's inside these "Gross-ery Bags."

    Posted on 03/22/10
  • Heat in Schools

    Heat in Schools

    Like many school districts throughout the country, Boston Public Schools are facing some costly cuts. Because cooler temperatures are still in the air, they may be losing some of their money right out the windows! 7's Matt Lorch went back to school to find out.

    Posted on 03/19/10
  • Miracle Man

    Miracle Man

    He is a local man who holds healing services throughout New England and the rest of the country. There is no shortage of people who say their lives have been changed because of Frank Kelly. 7's Amanda Grace introduces us to the man many say brings miraculous healing and hope.

    Posted on 03/17/10
  • Downloadable Danger

    Downloadable Danger

    Downloading music is more popular than ever and now some cyber-scammers are getting in on the act. See how these thieves are using your credit cards and information to buy music! 7's Sorboni Banerjee reports.

    Posted on 11/23/09
  • Credit Card Debt

    Credit Card Debt

    If you're one of the millions struggling with credit card debt, the mounting pressure to make payments can become overwhelming, but there are ways to get by.

    Posted on 06/30/09
  • Plugging into Trouble

    Plugging into Trouble

    These days were all doing what we can to save money. But when you skimp on some products you could be putting yourself in harm's way. 7's Byron Barnett goes undercover and finds some dangerous items for sale in stores near you!

    Posted on 05/26/09
  • Steal of a Deal

    Steal of a Deal

    Wanna get an inside line on how to find some high end items for half the price? It's a new site helping police drum up revenue and you end up with a "Steal of a Deal". 7's Michelle Relerford has the story.

    Posted on 05/19/09
  • iPhones not working out

    iPhones not working out

    The iPhone is one of the hottest gadgets to have, and it seems like everyone has one. But some iPhone users say their iPhones aren't holding up and that Apple won't replace them. 7's Sorboni Banerjee looks into claims the phones aren't working out.

    Posted on 05/11/09
  • Free Ride

    Free Ride

    Many of us get on and off each day, going back and forth to work on the commuter rail.

    Posted on 05/04/09
  • Size Matters

    Size Matters

    From tissues to tuna, a lot of stuff you find in the grocery store is shrinking in size, but not in price. 7's Matt Lorch uncovers why size matters in the supermarket.

    Posted on 04/27/09
  • Wedding flower contest

    Wedding flower contest

    Many people are tight on money right now which makes it hard to have a dream wedding. But the owner of Petali Flowers in Cambridge is doing his part to make that dream come true.

    Posted on 03/25/09
  • Firefighter perks

    Firefighter perks

    Boston firefighters have been working without a new contract for nearly three years.

    Posted on 03/23/09

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