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26+ min ago (267+ words) December 8, 2025 / 6:24 AM EST / CBS Boston A decision is expected today on a controversial "ICE was here" nativity scene at a Dedham, Massachusetts church. The display outside St. Susanna's Parish has the anti-ICE message where Jesus, Mary and Joseph would normally be, suggesting that they were detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. It was installed the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The Boston Archdiocese wants it taken down, saying the display goes against church norms around sacred objects. "The people of God have the right to expect that, when they come to church, they will encounter genuine opportunities for prayer and Catholic worship-not divisive political messaging," the Archdiocese's message read in part. "The display should be removed, and the manger restored to its proper sacred purpose." The church's priest Father Stephen Josoma declined an on-camera interview with WBZ-TV, but said the church…...

1+ hour, 2+ min ago (34+ words) A decision is expected Monday on the future of the "ICE was here" nativity scene in Dedham, Massachusetts. WBZ-TV's Samantha Chaney reports. Decision expected on controversial "ICE was here" nativity scene in Massachusetts...

1+ hour, 19+ min ago (34+ words) Police have arrested three people in connection with the drug overdoses of seven Providence College students. Police arrest 3 in connection with Providence mass overdose Police arrest 3 in connection with Providence mass overdose...

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1+ hour, 39+ min ago (33+ words) A young child was hit and killed by a vehicle in East Sandwich, Massachusetts on Sunday. WBZ-TV's Logan Hall reports. 3-year-old hit and killed by vehicle in East Sandwich, Massachusetts...

6+ hour, 45+ min ago (20+ words) A fire in Middleboro, Massachusetts killed one person on Sunday. A fire in Middleboro, Massachusetts killed one person on Sunday....

8+ hour, 5+ min ago (529+ words) Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars are sitting at 9-4. They have won four straight games. They just dismantled a divisional rival to take sole possession of first place in the AFC South. Yet, if you ask the men inside the locker room, the national conversation hasn't quite caught up to the reality of what is happening in Duval County. Following a decisive 36-19 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday at EverBank Stadium, the mood wasn't just celebratory. It was defiant. The Jaguars know where they stand in the standings, but they also know where they stand in the media cycle'and they are using that disconnect as fuel. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence, who continued his dominance over the Colts at home, was candid about how the team views its current reputation. Despite a hot streak since their bye week, Lawrence noted that…...

9+ hour, 4+ min ago (254+ words) The Bishop of Winchester has defended the recent decision of the House of Bishops to pause plans to introduce standalone same-sex blessing services." The House of Bishops said after a meeting in October that introducing the services would require two thirds majorities in all three houses of the General Synod, its parliamentary body, while changing Church law to allow clergy to enter into same-sex unions would require simple majorities. The announcement does not change current guidelines that permit the "Prayers of Love and Faith" to be used as part of existing services." The bishops reached their decision after reviewing detailed theological and legal advice which suggested that the Church of England would be open to legal challenge unless it followed due process on the matter." The House of Bishops will make a final decision on the future of standalone same-sex…...

9+ hour, 45+ min ago (155+ words) Wollongong-based online news outlet covering Australia and beyond. If you have anything newsworthy - a story, video or picture to share with us, please email us. The King has approved the nomination of The Reverend Canon Christopher Palmer, Canon Residentiary and Treasurer of Exeter Cathedral, as Dean of Winchester. The King has approved the nomination of The Reverend Canon Christopher Palmer, Canon Residentiary and Treasurer of Exeter Cathedral, as Dean of Winchester, in succession to The Very Reverend Catherine Ogle following her retirement. Christopher was educated at University of Oxford and trained for ministry at St Stephen's House, Oxford. He served his title at All Saints, Emscote, in the Diocese of Coventry, and was ordained Priest in 1999. He served as Team Vicar of All Saints, East Sheen, in the Diocese of Southwark and, from 2005, was also the Area Dean of Richmond…...

10+ hour, 44+ min ago (478+ words) December 7, 2025 / 8:06 PM EST / AP By Ronald Blum, AP Baseball Writer" Jeff Kent was elected to baseball's Hall of Fame on Sunday by the contemporary era committee, while steroids-tainted stars Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens were among seven players who fell short once again. Kent appeared on 14 of 16 ballots, two more than the 12 ballots needed for the 75% minimum. Carlos Delgado received nine votes, followed by Don Mattingly and Dale Murphy with six each. Bonds, Clemens, Gary Sheffield and Fernando Valenzuela each received fewer than five votes. Kent will be inducted at the hall in Cooperstown, New York, on July 26 along with anyone chosen by the Baseball Writers' Association of America, whose balloting will be announced on Jan. 20. Kent received a high of 46.5% in the last of 10 BBWAA ballot appearances in 2023. A five-time All-Star second baseman, he batted .290 with 377 homers and 1,518 RBIs....