Boston issues a traffic advisory for road closures and parking restrictions during the Hanukkah Vehicle Procession and First Night Boston 2025 celebrations, encouraging residents to use alternative transportation.

The Ruth Batson Academy in Dorchester enters the MSBA's Eligibility Period for renovation to expand and modernize, with support from Boston Mayor, BPS, and UMass Boston.

Boston anticipates holiday season with possible light snow and rain affecting travel and road conditions, while the weekend will bring cold temperatures and wind chills. There's slight hope for a white Christmas.

Whitman Police arrested Colin Mackie for a series of package thefts in an apartment complex, using surveillance and a "bait" package as part of their investigation.

A Boston man was sentenced for fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 relief funds, receiving one day time served plus two years supervised release, and must pay over $20,000 in restitution and forfeiture.

Worcester man, Joan Rosado Maldonado, receives a five-year sentence for illegal firearms possession as a felon, with three years supervised release to follow.

Boston braces for a wintry mix with snow and rain forecasted ahead of Christmas, following a sunny day with highs near 43 degrees. Precipitation chances increase Friday with possible snow accumulation.

New Hampshire man Miguel Angel Martinez Lugo pled guilty to cocaine possession and intent to distribute, with a potential sentence ranging from ten years to life in prison.

A water main break in Newton, Massachusetts led to flooded roads and traffic detours, especially around 400 Centre Street near the Massachusetts Pike on-ramp.

Boston Police officers from District A-7 spent an afternoon bringing holiday cheer and meals to residents at Barnes School Senior Apartments, enhancing the spirit of community and care.

A study found that AI chatbots like GPT-4 can detect user race and may show less empathy in responses to Black and Asian users, raising concerns about AI in mental health support.

The New Bedford Police Department arrested Jesse Soares for narcotics and firearm offenses, including cocaine trafficking, which may result in a 12-year mandatory sentence.

A fatal house fire in Plainville linked to smoking materials and medical oxygen took the life of resident Mark Beyersdorfer. Investigations by multiple fire and police departments are ongoing.