Steward Health Care to close Carney Hospital and Nashoba Valley Medical Center by August 31, amid bankruptcy and lack of bids, provoking local discontent and potential legal issues.

Alexander Lopez was arrested in Springfield for erratic driving and during the stop, police found a stolen, loaded firearm in his unregistered and uninsured vehicle. He faces multiple charges including firearm and motor-related offenses.

Two 15-year-olds allegedly robbed a 9-year-old using a fake gun in Boston, stealing his iPhone and demanding his phone password. They were arrested shortly after the incident.

Worcester Police arrested two teenagers after an alleged carjacking involving a moped and a reported firearm. The suspects were charged with armed robbery and other offenses.

Four people were arrested in Springfield following a firearms and drug investigation, facing federal and firearms charges, including drug trafficking and possession of a defaced firearm.

East Boston's District A-7 police hosted a day of community engagement for children from local daycare centers, fostering a relationship between the police and young residents while providing a fun and educational experience of police work.

A collision on I-93 in Medford early Thursday injured four, including a child, and involved a road detail vehicle, causing lane closures and traffic delays. The cause is under investigation.

A man in Harwich pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography and is awaiting sentencing after previous convictions and a separate abduction charge.

The Worcester Police are seeking help to find Brandon Wyckoff, a 17-year-old from Lancaster missing since July 8, 2024. He's believed to be in Worcester, and the public is urged to report sightings.

Boston Transit Police seek public help in finding a suspect who assaulted an elderly homeless man at Ashmont Station. The incident took place on July 10th, early in the morning.

A New Hampshire man, Eric Labarge, pleaded guilty to charges of stalking and harassment against journalists, with his sentencing scheduled for October 18, 2024.

A Boston man was sentenced to over 11 years for trafficking a minor for sex, exploiting her vulnerabilities and using substances to coerce her into prostitution.

Boston is forecasted to enjoy sunny skies and warm temperatures, with highs around 83 on Friday and climbing through the weekend. The National Weather Service predicts a stretch of balmy, clear days with nighttime lows in the 60s.