A family's boat caught fire off Massachusetts' coast, leading to a rescue after they swam to an island and made a distress call using a found marine radio.

Cambridge will host its 2nd Annual 5K and 8th Annual Half Marathon, causing weekend road closures. The races start at CambridgeSide, impacting areas such as Kendall Square and along the Charles River, with police managing traffic.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey celebrated the 35th anniversary of the Hokkaido-Massachusetts Sister State Agreement with a visiting Japanese delegation.

Three juveniles charged in Norwood for a September armed robbery and shooting; two in custody with evidence seized, one at large. Charges include armed assault, illegal firearm possession, and witness intimidation.

Boston experienced light rain on a Wednesday morning, with potential traffic disruptions, followed by cooler air and temperatures below seasonal norms for the week ahead. A major storm before Halloween is also possible.

MBTA announces November service changes impacting the Orange, Green, Red, and Framingham/Worcester lines for upgrades, including the Orange Line signal improvements and Green Line safety features.

Former Fall River Mayor Will Flanagan was seriously injured in a stabbing and is hospitalized in stable condition. Police are investigating and seeking a suspect.

Massachusetts awards $13.5 million in Skills Capital Grants to enhance STEM and vocational education across the state, with a ceremony at Framingham State University.

Fall River Fire Department released a report on a deadly assisted-living facility fire, implicating smoking or an electrical issue as causes. It recommends fire code reforms to improve resident safety.

Sunny, warm weekend expected in Boston with a cold front and rain arriving by Monday, followed by more sun on Tuesday and potential showers again by midweek.

The historic Joseph Story House in Salem, with modern upgrades and a $2.6 million price tag, offers a luxurious and private living experience in a central location.

Boston Police District A-1 officers conducted an enforcement action, seizing three scooters and issuing summons due to public safety concerns related to vehicle infractions and crime.

Massachusetts officials report success in deterring illegal street takeovers with recent operations yielding multiple citations, arrests, and tows, as well as $14 million in safety grants to police departments.