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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A man was critically injured in a carjacking attempt at a Haverhill hotel, with suspect Dexon Justabe facing multiple charges including armed carjacking and intent to murder. The investigation is ongoing.
A serious single-vehicle crash on Route 1 north in Peabody halted traffic, with emergency crews responding and partial lane closures. Details of the crash are under investigation.
Massachusetts State Trooper Michael Proctor is under an internal investigation linked to his alleged misconduct during a murder case involving Karen Read. Specifics remain undisclosed.
Community & Society in ...
Boston Police relaunched "Walk the Beat" in the North End to strengthen community relations, with weekly walks at 10 a.m. every Tuesday, offering free winter hats to participants.
A Waltham man was convicted of attempting to engage in child sex trafficking and coercion, facing severe penalties including a possible life sentence.
Ex-teacher Andre Arsenault from Massachusetts is charged with raping and indecently assaulting a student, starting from when she was 14. He has pleaded not guilty.
The Ada K. Damon shipwreck has been exposed on Steep Hill Beach, Ipswich due to recent extreme tides, inviting public exploration through a program by The Trustees.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Two custom homes are for sale in Wellesley, MA for $5.5 million, offering a private, wooded setting near Longfellow Pond with the possibility of a family compound or rental use.
John and Johnny Wilson are suing Netflix for defamation, claiming the documentary "Operation Varsity Blues" falsely portrayed their involvement in the college admissions scandal.
Food & Drinks in ...
Taco John's is opening a new location in Downtown Boston's Summer Street, expanding its Mexican quick-service chain to the area with its popular menu including tacos and signature Potato Olés.
The defense in Karen Read's case challenges the prosecutors' claim, suggesting that expert analysis found her SUV didn't hit the victim, John O'Keefe.
A man was arrested in Springfield after being stopped for driving an uninsured, unregistered vehicle and was found with a loaded firearm and excess marijuana.
Two Massachusetts roofing business owners, the Solanos, are charged with fraud schemes involving workers' compensation, the SBA, and their mortgage lender.
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