Skylar Tibbits of MIT's Self-Assembly Lab innovates in design with self-assembling materials, impacting the construction process and various applications like furniture and coastal preservation.

Two people died in an early morning crash in Methuen, Massachusetts, after their pickup truck hit a tree on I-495. State Police are investigating the cause.

MIT researchers discovered a bacterial defense system, CmdTAC, that stops protein production to combat virus infection, potentially offering insights into human viral defense mechanisms.

Fourteen individuals were indicted in a Lawrence-based drug sweep for fentanyl distribution, with some defendants potentially facing 10-year minimum prison sentences.

An 80-year-old woman died after being struck by a vehicle in Norwood, MA. The incident occurred at Pleasant Street and Garfield Avenue, with no charges filed yet.

Boston Police seek public help to identify two suspects involved in a Roxbury assault using a hammer and a pocketknife.

Framingham Police are searching for missing juvenile Bernard F. Stokes, last seen at BJ's Wholesale on Oct 31. The public is urged to report any information.

The historic Harvard Square Kiosk in Cambridge is set to become a community space and visitor center by 2025, with local input shaping its transformation.

Boston's warm weather brings fire risk due to dry conditions, with a Red Flag Warning in effect. Weekend temperatures will cool off, but drought persists, raising the potential for wildfires.

A student at Fitchburg's Goodrich Academy was charged with assault after stabbing a peer; the school was locked down and security measures have been increased.

MBTA Green Line commuters experienced a disturbance as a man assaulted passengers. No victims reported, but the man was arrested on outstanding warrants.

Worcester PD arrested Daniel Bell, 45, for drug distribution and additional charges after he was found with substances believed to be crack cocaine and suboxone.

Antonio M. Strong from the Chicago area was sentenced to nearly 3 years in prison for participating in a wire fraud conspiracy. He pled guilty to conspiracy and wire fraud counts.