Governor Healey promotes the BRIGHT Act, a $2.5 billion bond for public higher education infrastructure in Massachusetts, expected to create 20,000 jobs.

The MBTA in Boston will fine drivers who block bus lanes, with fines increasing with each offense, to improve bus services and help vulnerable riders.

Boston reports its first human case of West Nile Virus in a man in his 50s who has not left the city recently.

MIT researchers have developed an AI-based tool, MultiverSeg, to accelerate the annotation of medical images, simplifying segmentation and requiring less user input over time.

Javan Tooley, founder of Adapt & Evolve LLC, faces drug distribution charges and allegations of exploiting women for commercial sex and drug trafficking.

Massachusetts authorities seized 115 animals from a Plympton home amid cruelty concerns, with the MSPCA removing various animals. The owner disputed the need for the seizure, citing state certifications and health screenings.

Boston Police joined the Viva Mexico Festival in East Boston, celebrating with live music, dance, and food, fostering community ties during Hispanic Heritage Month.

Boston expects a week of showers and potential thunderstorms, with a 50-80% chance of rain and the possibility of fog. Conditions may clear for a partly sunny weekend.

Massachusetts AG Andrea Campbell co-leads opposition against the EPA's proposal to rescind the 2009 Endangerment Finding, emphasizing legal and scientific consensus on climate change.

Boston's weekend weather offers sun with cool temperatures, leading into a warmer week with potential late showers and storms. Frost advisories are in effect inland.

The Trump administration warns Boston over transit safety, with potential federal funding at risk, following recent violent incidents. MBTA must report its security measures within two weeks.

The U.S. Marshals Service captured 60 fugitives in Massachusetts in "Operation No Safe Harbor," targeting violent crimes like murder and child sexual abuse.

Tavern in the Square opened a new location in Braintree, MA, marking its expansion in New England with over 20 locations. The site, formerly occupied by TGI Fridays, will offer the chain's signature local fare and ambiance.