The Bunker Hill Day Parade in Charlestown celebrated its 249th year with brass bands and historical tributes, reflecting a tradition that strengthens community bonds, including participation from local law enforcement.

Somerset Police are seeking the public's help to identify the getaway driver involved in a Home Depot shoplifting case; the suspect with a cross tattoo on his ankle is still at large.

East Boston police arrested Ivan Ortiz for possession of an illegal firearm after a disturbance call led officers to discover a modified Glock 17 in his fanny pack.

MIT researchers suggest waves may shape Titan's coastlines based on erosion models, contrasting earlier inconclusive evidence of wave activity on Saturn's moon.

Massachusetts Governor Maura T. Healey signed a new law banning revenge porn and targeting “deepfakes,” enhancing legal protections against abuse and exploitation.

Boston Police arrested Kamari Miller for illegal firearm and drug possession after a shot spotter detection in Roxbury. A 'ghost gun' and narcotics were found during a frisk.

Boston Police arrested 16 individuals for sex-related crimes following an extended human trafficking operation conducted with multiple law enforcement agencies.

Boston Police Department is searching for a suspect involved in a Roxbury assault and requests public help in identifying a female described in their community alert.

Boston faces a significant heat wave with near-record temperatures, high humidity, and health risks. Relief is expected with showers and cooler weather towards the weekend.

A member of the Cameron Street gang in Boston was sentenced to nearly 21 years for federal racketeering charges, including attempted murder and firearm possession.

An accident on Route 24 in Avon, MA, involving an overturned SUV and another vehicle disrupted traffic, with state police and firefighters responding; injury details were unavailable.

Boston experiences a heatwave with temperatures potentially hitting 100 degrees, accompanied by a Heat Advisory warning of potential heat illnesses. Cooling relief is forecasted for the weekend.

A 35-year-old Boston woman died after being struck by a vehicle on Route 3 in Braintree; police are investigating the incident with no charges filed yet.