MIT engineers have developed a new method to improve safety for multiagent robotic systems, such as drone shows and autonomous vehicles, by enabling agents to map out safety zones in real time.

Boston Councilor Fernandes Anderson introduced six resolutions to improve education, economic development, public service, homelessness, substance abuse, and health disparities in the city.

A student was charged for a bomb threat at Weston High School, which led to schools' evacuation; the threat involved a teacher from a different state, and the suspect is facing legal repercussions.

A water main break in Plymouth leads to repair work and water outages in select areas, with authorities working to fix the issue and communicate updates to residents.

Boston Police and AT&T hosted a phone safety session to educate on cybersecurity and scam avoidance, combining vital tips with community building efforts.

Five individuals linked to the Asian Boyz gang were arrested for running a fake Adderall pill distribution network; they face severe drug trafficking charges.

Boston has been recognized by the NDIA as a "Visionary Digital Inclusion Trailblazer" for its efforts towards digital equity. The city partnered with Computers 4 People and Crown Castle to provide laptops and hotspots to underserved residents.

Emmanuel Rivera-Robles turned himself in for a November burglary at a senior complex; he impersonated a worker and stole from an elderly woman. Police used surveillance and records to identify him, and he was charged with multiple crimes.

Boston faces a cold Thursday with sunny skies; temperatures will be in the upper 20s to 30s, wind chills in the teens.

A pedestrian was seriously injured in a vehicular accident in Marstons Mills, Barnstable, Massachusetts, and has been airlifted to a Boston trauma center.

A former high school athletic director from Auburn, MA was arrested for disseminating obscene materials to a minor and released on bail with strict conditions.

Lori Streeter is appointed as the new Interim Franklin County Sheriff by Governor Maura Healey, taking over after Sheriff Christopher Donelan's retirement.

Jonathan Darosa pleaded guilty to RICO conspiracy, firearm possession by a felon, and drug trafficking charges as a member of Boston's violent Cameron Street gang. He faces up to 20 years in prison.