Matt Schooley
Matt Schooley is a digital producer at CBS Boston, producing content for WBZ-TV, CBS News Boston, and cbsnews.com. Matt has been a member of the WBZ news team for the last decade. Matt is a graduate of Springfield College in Massachusetts, where he studied communications and sports journalism. He has previous journalism experience at Neighborhood News in New Hampshire, as well as creating local news content for Patch sites throughout Middlesex County. His primary topics of reporting include crime, court cases, and local events.
Biography:
https://www.cbsnews.com/team/matt-schooley/
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
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- In some instances, Matt Schooley uses emotionally charged language to describe events (e.g., 'slick', 'heaviest'). He also reports on the direct causal relationship between snow and church closings without providing evidence or context.
Recent Articles
Massachusetts State Trooper Suspended for Inappropriate Texts About Karen Read During Investigation
Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024Massachusetts State Police Trooper Michael Proctor, who led the investigation into Boston Police officer John O'Keefe's murder and Karen Read's trial, was suspended without pay following allegations of sending inappropriate texts about Read during the investigation. In one message, Proctor referred to Read as a 'whackjob [expletive]', and in another he expressed hope that she would kill herself. The Massachusetts State Police opened an internal affairs investigation into Proctor's conduct and suspended him pending its outcome. 
Mistrial in Karen Read Murder Case: Questions Surround Massachusetts State Police Integrity After Derogatory Texts and Cover-Up Allegations
Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024A mistrial was declared in the Karen Read murder case after the jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict. The high-profile trial, which has captivated Massachusetts and beyond for months, saw accusations against Boston police officer John O'Keefe being killed by his girlfriend, Karen Read, with unexpected twists including derogatory text messages from lead investigator Trooper Michael Proctor about Read. The case has taken another turn with an internal affairs investigation into Proctor's conduct. Read's lawyers argue that O'Keefe was murdered inside another officer's home and dumped outside during a snowstorm, raising questions about the Massachusetts State Police integrity. 
Massachusetts Murder Trial: Jury Deliberations Continue Amidst Allegations of Police Cover-Up and Conflicts of Interest
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024Jury deliberations continue in the Massachusetts murder trial of Karen Read, accused of killing Boston police officer John O'Keefe. Despite four days, a unanimous verdict remains elusive due to allegations of police cover-up and conflicts of interest. Defense argues frame job; legal experts highlight systemic law enforcement issues. 
Boston Celtics Celebrate 18th Championship Title with Star-Studded Duck Boat Parade: A Million Fans Turn Out
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024The Boston Celtics celebrated their 18th championship title with a million-strong parade through Boston streets, led by coach Joe Mazzulla and players Paul Pierce and Jaylen Brown. Fans threw items to coaches and players, including Pierce with the 2008 trophy and Brown with his MVP award. Owner Wyc Grousbeck carried the Larry O'Brien Trophy and new banner due to traffic, while Jayson Tatum spoke about team effort. 
Boston Celtics Make History: Claiming Their 18th NBA Championship Title Against the Dallas Mavericks
Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024The Boston Celtics secured their record-breaking 18th NBA championship title on June 17, 2024, defeating the Dallas Mavericks with a score of 106-88. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown showcased outstanding performances during the finals. This achievement broke the tie with their rivals, the Los Angeles Lakers, who have 17 championship titles. 
Kyrie Irving Regrets Not Assimilating More into Boston Celtics Community Ahead of Game 5 NBA Finals Showdown
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024Kyrie Irving, in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, faces his former team, the Boston Celtics. In an interview, he reflects on his controversial tenure and expresses regret for not fully assimilating into the Boston community. Massachusetts Stabbings: Suspect Jared Ravizza Allegedly Attacks Six People at McDonald's and AMC Theater
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 May 2024On May 26, 2024, Jared Ravizza allegedly stabbed six people in Massachusetts. He first attacked two individuals at a McDonald's in Plymouth and later stabbed four girls at an AMC movie theater in Braintree. Ravizza was arrested following a police chase and faces charges of assault with intent to murder and other offenses. The victims were taken to hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries. 
Canton Murder Trial: Defendant Karen Read's Alleged Conspiracy vs. Prosecution's Intoxicated Hit-and-Run
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024In Canton, MA, Karen Read stands trial for allegedly killing her Boston police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe, by hitting him with her SUV and leaving him to die in the snow outside a fellow officer's home. The defense frames it as a conspiracy while the prosecution claims Read killed O'Keefe during a fight inside Brian Albert's house and dragged him outside. Key witness Jennifer McCabe testified finding O'Keefe unresponsive on the lawn. Canton Murder Trial: Defendant Karen Read's Alleged Conspiracy vs. Prosecution's Intoxicated Hit-and-Run
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024In Canton, MA, Karen Read stands trial for allegedly killing her Boston police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe, by hitting him with her SUV and leaving him to die in the snow outside a fellow officer's home. The defense frames it as a conspiracy while the prosecution claims Read killed O'Keefe during a fight inside Brian Albert's house and dragged him outside. Key witness Jennifer McCabe testified finding O'Keefe unresponsive on the lawn. 
New Witness Testimonies in Karen Read Trial Shed Light on Boston Police Officer's Death
Broke On: Saturday, 29 January 2022A friend of a suspect's brother testified about seeing a suspicious black SUV near the scene where Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe was found dead in January 2022. Witnesses also reported seeing something unusual at the crime scene. The defense claims O'Keefe was killed inside a Canton house, but six witnesses deny ever seeing him or his girlfriend there. Supporters suspect a cover-up and conspiracy theory surrounds the rare woman accused of murder case in Boston.
