I am a New Bedford native who's been covering local news in the region since 1973. I worked at WBSM for 11 years in the 1970's and 80's before joining "Local Cable News," Channel 13 in Fall River. I served as News Director there for 22 years, covering crime, politics and human interest stories. When the program ended in 2006, I happily accepted an offer to rejoin WBSM. My family and I live in North Dartmouth.
Jim Phillips
New Bedford Half Marathon Is This Sunday
More than 2,500 runners are expected.
MassDOT Sets Public Hearing on Rehab of Route 18 Bridges
The hearing will focus on repairing bridges over Route 18
Teachers Union Backs Youth Climate Strike
The Youth Climate Strike platform seeks adoption of the Green New Deal, which promotes greater reliance on renewable energy.
Wanted Homicide Suspect Surrenders to Fall River Authorities
After turning himself in, the suspect was immediately arraigned and ordered held without bail.
New Bedford Health Department Seeks National Accreditation
Health officials will team with UMass Dartmouth to develop a Needs Assessment.
UMass Dartmouth Police Earn Re-Accreditation
The process covers such areas as policy development, emergency response planning, use of force and evidence handling.
BCC and JDR Cables to Leading Training for Offshore Wind Industry
BCC President Laura Douglas hopes classes will be up and running by the end of the year.
New Bedford Man Charged with City Hall Break-In
Through the investigation and evidence discovered, Detectives were able to identify the suspect.
MassDOT Awards $183,000 Grant to SERTA
SERTA is looking to expand night-time service.
Wareham Armed Robbery Under Investigation
Police say a heavyset black man entered the store armed with a handgun and demanded cash.