Massachusetts State Police fired Trooper Michael Proctor for unsatisfactory conduct and misuse of alcohol, revealed through inappropriate text messages about a murder suspect and drinking on duty.

Springfield Police's C3 Unit seized 500 bags of drugs, arresting two after a traffic stop revealed heroin. The car search uncovered cocaine and crack with intent to distribute.

The Boston Police are engaging with local youth through the Game Changers basketball program at the Boys & Girls Club in Dorchester to foster connections and teach teamwork.

Spencer woman indicted for bank fraud, accused of stealing Social Security benefits after a beneficiary's death.

An off-duty Randolph, MA police sergeant was killed by a commuter rail train in Abington; authorities are investigating the incident with conflicting mechanical fault reports.

Police in Medford issued an alert for missing juvenile Ryan Araujo, last seen March 13 at Medford High School, urging community assistance in locating him.

Harvard University expands financial aid, covering tuition for families earning up to $200,000 and additional costs for those making $100,000 or less, broadening access to more students.

A manhunt in Lincoln, MA, is underway for Justin Warner after a shooting incident. Multiple agencies are involved, and although one suspect was caught, Warner escaped and is believed to be armed and dangerous.

A car crashed into a building in Brighton, injuring five people who were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries; the building's safety is being assessed.

A 20-year-old male was fatally shot on Rodman Street, Fall River. A family member is in custody. The investigation is ongoing, involving local and state police. The community is urged to show compassion.

Boston prepares for St. Patrick’s Day rain with unseasonably warm temperatures before a cold front brings heavy showers and gusty winds, impacting parade celebrations and potentially causing travel disruptions.

Research suggests that 40Hz gamma frequency stimulation may be beneficial for brain health and could potentially treat Alzheimer's disease, with positive outcomes observed in initial animal and human studies.

Edward J. Watson has been indicted for the 1992 murder of Michelle Miller, a break in a Cambridge cold case after the DA’s Cold Case Unit reviewed old records.