Magazine Beach in Cambridge is undergoing a $2.2 million revitalization to improve access to the Charles River waterfront, including a new dock, observation deck, enhanced green spaces, and ecological restoration.

Mayor Michelle Wu launched Boston Reads on her first day of kindergarten to boost literacy for Boston's youth and families with support from Superintendent Mary Skipper and numerous organizations.

Registration for the 130th Boston Marathon opened, with a deadline on Friday and a field size of 30,000 spots. The selection process favors faster qualifying times.

The Healey-Driscoll administration in Worcester celebrates $2.7 million in grants for Family Child Care improvement and announces a future $4 million round.

MIT's popular class, led by Faez Ahmed, integrates AI with mechanical engineering, helping students create innovative designs and tackle complex problems with machine learning applications.

ICE launches Operation Patriot 2.0 in Massachusetts to arrest undocumented immigrants with criminal records, amid criticism of Boston's sanctuary policies and legal challenges from city officials.

The House of the Seven Gables in Salem tops Newsweek's list of historical house tours, renowned for its rich history and connection to Nathaniel Hawthorne's novel.

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.