A "rotten egg" odor from decaying invasive Japanese seaweed plagues Gloucester after Hurricane Erin pushed it ashore, with officials stating the smell will fade as the seaweed breaks down.

The death of Francis Gigliotti after a police encounter has been ruled a homicide by the medical examiner, with his death caused by "cardiac dysrhythmia" during restraint. The incident is under investigation.

MIT and Hasso Plattner Institute developed SustainaPrint, a method to reinforce biodegradable 3D printing materials with stronger materials at stress points, maintaining 70% strength with 20% reinforcement.

Two alleged thieves were arrested at Wendy's after stealing over $2,000 in goods from TJ Maxx in Auburn, identified as Dominque Marion and Tynaja Williams.

Franklin, Massachusetts opens a new DPH emergency supply warehouse to enhance state disaster response with a large stockpile of supplies, including PPE and medical products.

Boston Police's KOP Program concluded with youth activities, including Six Flags and Boston Bowl, aiming to strengthen police-community youth relations.

A carjacking suspect, Christian Soto Pi, was arrested after a pursuit in Springfield. He faces charges including armed carjacking and assault with a dangerous weapon. The second suspect remains at large.

Samuel Jean-Baptiste pleaded guilty to methamphetamine distribution charges in Boston federal court and could face a minimum of 10 years to life in prison.

Massachusetts' Healey-Driscoll Administration is offering $60 million in grants to enhance Career Technical Education and boost vocational training capacities.

Survivors and families of the Maine mass shooting victims are suing the U.S. Army for negligence in preventing the tragedy, as the shooter, an Army Sergeant, retained gun access despite warnings about his mental health.

Authorities in Tyngsborough search for 24-year-old Henry Stanaford, missing near Merrill's Quarry. His vehicle, phone, and belongings were found abandoned. Multiple agencies are involved in the search. Residents can expect increased police presence.

Boston secures Sister Mary Veronica Park as public green space, funded through the Community Preservation Act, underscoring Mayor Wu's dedication to accessible community spaces.

Smoking materials are the suspected cause of a fire in Middleborough that led to the death of Anne Tichelaar, 90. Local officials emphasize the importance of properly extinguishing smoking materials and using working smoke alarms.