Anthony Jalo, already in custody for murder, has now been charged with an armed carjacking in New Bedford. Police continue to search for a second suspect.

Stop & Shop plans to stop selling tobacco products by August 31 across all its 360 stores and is partnering with health organizations to support customers with smoking cessation.

MIT biologist Sebastian Lourido researches the genetics behind Toxoplasma gondii's dormancy and disease activation, seeking new treatments for the latent phase of toxoplasmosis.

During Boston's Caribbean Festival, police arrested multiple individuals and seized nine loaded firearms, including a 15-year-old with a ghost gun, two adults trying to flee, and a habitual offender among others.

A 70-year-old man, Frederick Dusseault, died after falling into Lake Boon in Stow, Massachusetts, despite rescue efforts and CPR. He was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Double homicide reported at Main St, Worcester with two women found deceased from stab wounds. Police are searching for William Rodriguez, considered armed and dangerous. Public asked to assist with any information.

A man was charged with murder following a fatal stabbing on Dorchester Avenue, with Boston Police arresting the suspect and seeking community assistance in the investigation.

A 17-year-old, Lillianna Cawthron, died in a car crash on I-93 southbound after her vehicle hit trees. Emergency services responded, and she later passed away at a hospital. The crash is under investigation.

An investigation found Malden Police Officer Amanda Grenier's non-fatal shooting of Dominique Long justified; no charges will be pursued. Long faces multiple charges from the preceding altercation.

Springfield Police arrested 31-year-old Raul Arellano for kidnapping after an investigation and multistate coordination following a July 28 missing person report.

The Boston Police Department issued a traffic advisory due to events causing street closures and parking restrictions from August 23-31, 2024, recommending alternative transportation.

Dana Alas is appointed as the Executive Director for the Boston Mayor's Office of Women’s Advancement to promote gender equity and support women's needs.

A worker died following a rock ledge collapse at a Sterling industrial site; multiple agencies responded, and federal authorities are investigating the incident.