Kayla Montgomery, related to Harmony Montgomery's murder case, was released on parole after serving time for perjury, conditions set for her reintegration.

The week's weather in Boston will be variable with temperatures ranging from high 50s to 80 degrees. While some sunshine is expected, rain is also in the forecast, making outdoor planning uncertain.

Former State Representative Byron Rushing joins Boston's Reparations Task Force, bringing his legacy of civil rights advocacy to aid in recommendations for reparative solutions for descendants of enslaved persons.

Cape Cod Hospital agrees to pay $24.3 million to settle federal claims of overcharging Medicare for heart procedures that didn't meet required guidelines.

A Massachusetts teen died from cardiac arrest after taking the "One Chip Challenge" with a spicy chip, prompting the product's removal from retail. An autopsy indicated an underlying heart condition.

The Boston Fire Department investigated a report of a submerged car, but only found a license plate, dispelling the initial alarm of a potential tragedy.

Boston Police held a "Coffee with a Cop" event to engage with the community, bolstered by the presence of Commissioner Cox and supported by Target and the Boston Police Foundation.

Heavy rain hit Boston, creating a difficult Thursday commute and lowering pollen levels. The weather is expected to improve with sunshine and warmer temperatures over the weekend.

Astronomers have discovered an Earth-sized planet, SPECULOOS-3b, which orbits very close to its ultracool dwarf star, possibly possessing no atmosphere due to intense radiation.

A Chelsea woman, Perla Soto, pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges for using counterfeit IDs to fraudulently acquire over $290,000 worth of phones and accessories from wireless companies.

A Berklee College of Music student was punched by an unknown man near campus and taken to the hospital. Similar random assaults have raised safety concerns among students.

The Boston Police Department held a 'Coffee with a Cop' event in Roxbury to strengthen community bonds and foster open dialogue between officers and residents.

An SUV hit a pole and caught fire in Hyannis, MA, resulting in one serious injury and three minor. The cause is under investigation, while crews worked to restore power.