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Crime & Emergencies in ...
Taunton police arrested Joshua Deleon after a home invasion and shooting, where one man was injured. Deleon faces multiple charges, including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.
Waltham firefighters battled a two-alarm fire on Christmas Eve, saving some presents but the fire caused significant smoke damage and disrupted planned celebrations.
The Boston Fire Department extinguished a fire at a duplex in Roxbury, preventing major damage and injuries but displacing one resident. The cause is under investigation.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
MIT engineers developed a vibrating ingestible capsule intended to reduce overeating by making users feel full. Tested in animals, it led to a 40% reduction in food intake.
A 2.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Concord, New Hampshire, with no reported injuries or damage. Residents experienced a loud rumbling and a shaking sensation.
Massachusetts blogger Aidan Kearney pleaded not guilty to 16 charges related to the Karen Read murder trial, including witness intimidation and conspiracy.
A 7-year-old girl from Brockton, MA was found unharmed after being placed on the wrong van from school, sparking a police search. She was safely at a Boys and Girls Club.
Norwood police were involved in a shooting on Morse Street, leaving one person injured and no officers harmed; the suspect was transported to the hospital.
Worcester Police swiftly arrested a man following an attempted robbery at Gateway Foods, leading to charges against Georgia native Donald Scott. No injuries were reported.
A New York man was sentenced to four years for a fentanyl distribution scheme after pleading guilty and being arrested for delivering the drugs in Massachusetts.
Police arrested two suspects, Robert Santana and Danine Simpson, in Boston for an alleged armed robbery at a hotel, where a firearm and cash were seized.
Food & Drinks in ...
Butternut Bakehouse opens a new branch in Belmont, offering a mix of baked goods, sandwiches, and beverages, with Suzana's Malaysian-inspired pastry expertise enhancing the local bakery scene.
Boston police arrested a 48-year-old man in Dorchester, seizing two guns and drugs during a search warrant operation connected to narcotics activities.
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