Boston artists want to wrap the Tobin Bridge in climate‑driven lights, a $10M plan that has drawn civic interest and sharp warnings from dark‑sky advocates. The proposal mixes ambitious design with knotty permitting and wildlife concerns.

A person was detained after shots were reported near the John D. O'Bryant School in Roxbury; police say no injuries were reported. Officers used BHA camera feeds to locate the suspect.

A large outage left parts of Wellesley in the dark on May 4 as crews from the municipal light plant worked around Weston Road and Route 9.

Sunny and warm inland but blustery — Wind Advisory noon–10 p.m. Tuesday with gusts up to 50 mph. Secure loose outdoor items.

Archdiocese‑affiliated developers filed a letter of intent to replace a longtime auto shop at 1590 Blue Hill Ave with a six‑story, 105‑unit income‑restricted building and retail space. The filing is now in early city review.

Framingham’s turreted 'castle' hotel has been reborn as the Renaissance and now anchors a three‑hotel Marriott campus with expanded event facilities.

Sunny Monday with highs near 68°F and gusts up to 35 mph. Small Craft Advisory and elevated fire-weather potential across much of southern New England.

A 54-year-old Medway man, identified as Michael Albro, died after an assault at Birmingham Court in Milford. Police have a person in custody and an arraignment is set for Monday.

Reading police warned salons, spas and gyms after reports of a young man entering without appointments and approaching staff. Officials urged anyone who feels unsafe to call immediately.

Monarc Development filed a letter of intent to convert South Boston's Marian Manor into 204 apartments with about 37 income‑restricted units and a new 164‑space garage.

A pilot was rescued after a small plane went into the Quabbin Reservoir near New Salem Friday night. Emergency crews pulled him ashore and he was airlifted to UMass Memorial; the aircraft remains submerged.

A severely emaciated Cane Corso mix named Balboa was found in Dorchester and is now recovering at MSPCA-Angell; the shelter is seeking tips and donations.

Boston life‑sciences chiefs reported multimillion‑dollar pay in 2025 — the top executive earned $23.5M — even as the sector shed thousands of jobs. The contrast highlights growing attention on pay practices in the region.