The MBTA has replaced Mattapan Trolley service with shuttle buses for a second day due to mechanical issues, affecting commuters' post-holiday routines.

A young man was shot and killed on New Year's Day in Dorchester, and the Boston Police are investigating the homicide with no suspects yet. Community support is available for locals affected by the incident.

Cambridge's Traffic, Parking, + Transportation Department opened their 2024 parking permit applications on January 2nd, with a deadline of March 31st. There’s a cap of four permits per person.

The Fat Cat in Quincy is closing due to COVID impacts and rising costs after a 16-year run, leaving patrons heartbroken over losing a beloved local eatery.

A fire damaged a historic building in Falmouth on New Year's Day, affecting businesses and residences, with four injuries reported. Firefighters contained the fire after hours, with the cause under investigation.

The National Weather Service predicts a weather shift in Boston with sunny skies and a snow-rain mix expected over the week, ending in mostly sunny conditions by Monday.

Two pedestrians were hit by a car in Pittsfield on New Year's Day; one is in critical condition, with ongoing police investigations and no charges yet announced.

Shenna Bellows' home was targeted by a "swatting call" after her decision to exclude Trump from Maine's ballot.

The Massachusetts State Lottery has announced its first $1 million winner of 2024, along with several other high-value prize winners during a New Year's live stream.

The Boston Wine Expo returns to the Park Plaza Hotel with over 100 wineries, expecting over 4,000 guests. The director Raffaele Scalzi has revamped the event for quality, featuring educational sessions and focused tastings.

Maine man wanted for murder was shot after a police chase in Arkansas and is expected to survive. He allegedly killed a co-worker in Waterville and is under investigation.

A woman named Sophia Bonfiglio was shot and killed in Manchester, NH on New Year's Eve, with Tyler Cook arrested on suspicion of manslaughter. Her cause of death is pending an autopsy.

A man was killed in a New Year's Day shooting in Dorchester, Boston; police have since initiated a homicide investigation, with no suspects or motives yet revealed.