The Supreme Court declined to review a challenge to Ludlow Public Schools' nondisclosure protocol, leaving a federal appeals court decision intact and the district's pronoun/name practice in place.

Gov. Maura Healey signed a law overhauling the Cannabis Control Commission, cutting it to three members and changing purchase and license rules. New nominees are due within 30 days.

Boston police say a person was stabbed near 19 Olney Street around 2:15 a.m.; the victim was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. No arrests reported.

Shortly after midnight, three people opened fire on a Rockland home near Crescent and Charles streets; no one was hurt and police are asking neighbors to check footage and call with tips.

A Greenfield man was sentenced to 11–13 years after pleading guilty to child‑enticement and rape charges involving two 12‑year‑olds.

A memorandum with Solar International Core Canada would give the company first‑look rights in Lowell’s JAM district and could bring up to $2 billion into the city’s redevelopment plans. City planning documents tie the pledge to the $800M LINC strategy anchored by UMass Lowell.

Tree House Brewing has filed to convert the former 'Cheers' space at Faneuil Hall into a brewery, distillery and beer garden, with state approval still pending. The proposal would repurpose one of Quincy Market’s most visible storefronts.

Lexington's Planning Board signed off on Fieldside at Lexington — a 150‑unit project on the former Boston Sports Club site at 475 Bedford Street. The plan adds three mid‑rise buildings and a trail connection amid neighborhood concerns.

Gardner police investigated a 'serious threat' aimed at the city's high school this week; officials say juveniles were involved and there is no ongoing danger.

Maple & Ash will open in Seaport on April 30, bringing theatrical seafood towers, caviar service and an upstairs terrace to 131 Seaport Blvd.

After nearly 30 years of lawsuits and neighbor feuds, a new oceanfront estate at 63 West St. in Beverly Farms is under construction and listed near $18 million.

Patchy fog will make Friday's commute tricky. Showers increase Sunday as a cold front brings a cooler week.

Federal prosecutors say six people were indicted after more than 260 UPS packages shipped from California to Massachusetts were intercepted, revealing about 12 kg of cocaine and 1 kg of fentanyl.