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
National Drug Take-Back Day Is Saturday
Last October, more than 80,000 pounds of prescription drugs were collected in New England
UPDATE: Second Vehicle Involved in Truck Crashing into Home [VIDEO]
New Bedford Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash that led to a pickup slamming into a house at the intersection of Ashely Boulevard and Maryland Street.
Helicopter, Flying from New Bedford, Crashes in Taunton
The pilot and passenger, both adult men, were uninjured in the crash.
Update: Fire Causes Extensive Damage on Spruce Street [VIDEO]
Fire officials say the blaze caused extensive damage at 11 Spruce Street.
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.
Dartmouth Man Arrested in Pedestrian Accident
Three females, ages 13, 15 and 43 were injured and sent to area hospitals.
Fire Causes Extensive Damage at 680 Rockdale Avenue
The fire started just before midnight at 680 Rockdale Avenue.
Law Enforcement Agencies Warn Against 48-Hour Challenge
Police say kids are going missing on purpose while scoring points for being mentioned on social media.
Two Teenage Girls Arrested in Fall River Bank Robbery
FALL RIVER — Two juvenile girls, ages 14 and 15, are under arrest in Fall River and charged with robbing a bank in the city.
On February 20, 2019, at approximately 3:45 p.m., officers of the Fall River Police Department were dispatched to the Bay Coast Bank located at 81 Troy Street in response…
On February 20, 2019, at approximately 3:45 p.m., officers of the Fall River Police Department were dispatched to the Bay Coast Bank located at 81 Troy Street in response…
New Bedford Police Investigate Weekend Break into City Hall
Police say $120 stolen from Election Commission's petty cash drawer.