Boston/ Community & Society
Published on December 06, 2019
Top Boston news: Dozens of Latin Kings gang members charged; transport driver accused in stabbingPhoto: iStock

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Dolly Parton makes surprise appearance at Boston tree lighting ceremony

The Grammy-award winning singer, songwriter, actress and businesswoman made a surprise visit to the city's tree lighting ceremony in Boston Common.

Read the full story on WCVB Channel 5 Boston.

Despite fabricating degree, state medical examiner’s official gets promoted, pay raise

A top official at the state medical examiner's office, who was demoted last year amid false claims about a psychology degree, has been promoted to a management role in the agency, at a higher salary.

Read the full story on Boston.com.

Police investigate shooting near Codman Square

One person was shot and critically injured in the area of 160 Norfolk St. just before 4 p.m. Thursday.

Read the full story on WCVB Channel 5 Boston.

Boston woman charged after Rockland woman stabbed in driveway

Police said Lisa Roberto works for Canton-based Atlantic Trans and was summoned to 510 Webster Street in Rockland Wednesday to transport a woman to and from a location in Brockton. During the return trip, Roberto and the woman got into a verbal argument, which turned physical when they arrived at the woman’s house.

Read the full story on Boston 25 News.

‘Operation Throne Down’ results in charges against dozens of Latin Kings gang members

Federal authorities announced racketeering, drug and firearms charges on Thursday against more than 60 members of the Latin Kings, following “Operation Throne Down,” which was the largest takedown in FBI Boston history.

Read the full story on 7News - WHDH Boston.


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