Springfield Police are seeking public assistance to locate missing 12-year-old Avianna Diaz, who was last seen early Friday morning in the Plainfield Street area.

A Cape Cod man, Thomas Hayes, was indicted for manslaughter and assault after he allegedly pushed his mother, leading to her death from a head injury and broken neck.

Beverly Police seek public assistance to identify a man involved in a contractor scam, asking for information through a social media post that includes the suspect's image.

The Beverly Police Department recovered $21,000 stolen through Bitcoin scams and returned it to elderly victims, with more funds awaiting legal clearance for return. Prompt reporting was key to the recovery.

The Boston School Committee approved the closure of four schools and the merger of two others, impacting around 1,300 students, despite community protests.

MIT's Daniel Suess researches ancient enzymes to address modern energy and climate issues, exploring elemental electron transfer for implications in carbon capture and alternative fuels.

Mayor Michelle Wu outlined accomplishments and plans for Boston in her 2025 State of the City Address, focusing on public safety, racial equity, housing, youth programs, and green initiatives.

Massachusetts police operation disrupts drug activity, leading to seizures and arrests, including Eric Serrano for trafficking drugs. Inter-agency cooperation praised.

Lawrence Police Department is asking for public help to locate a missing juvenile, emphasizing community assistance despite the youth not being in danger.

The Healey-Driscoll Administration and the MBTA announce free South Coast Rail service until the end of March to promote public transportation and economic growth in Massachusetts.

The Boston Police Department honored Traffic Supervisors in the city on National Crossing Guard Day, recognizing their contribution to public safety and community connections.

Southbridge Police arrested a suspect, Jose Paredes, for a shooting on Worcester Street, after finding a gun in his vehicle in North Brookfield. He faces multiple firearm charges.

MIT researchers have developed a new "somewhat homomorphic" encryption method that allows limited computations on encrypted data without decryption, promising to improve cloud data security.