The Holyoke community and police search for missing teen Sonaniel Santiago, last seen March 16. He's 6'2", 160 lbs, last wearing a blue hoody and black jeans. Officials urge public tips via phone or text.

A Massachusetts man pleads guilty to threatening and harassing an interracial couple on Facebook and attempting to prevent them from contacting the police.

The Boston Police Department is searching for missing 12-year-old twins Jakiel and Jaliel Shakur, last seen in Hyde Park on March 19, seeking public assistance.

Calvin "Cutty" Roberson was sentenced to 29 years in prison for kidnapping and the 2020 murder of Francisco Roman, Jr. in a plot that involved theft and violence.

Governor Maura T. Healey of Massachusetts launches the MassSkills Coalition to promote skills-based hiring and foster an inclusive workforce in the state.

Boston police officers in District A-1 are engaging with the community through "Walk the Beat," a program inviting locals to join them for weekly walks to strengthen community ties.

A student at Abington High School was charged for bringing a BB gun, mistaken for a real firearm, to school, leading to a swift police response and heightened safety concerns.

Worcester Police Vice Squad arrested a man on drug trafficking charges after a sting operation and seized various illicit substances from his residence.

Dartmouth College refuses to bargain with its men's basketball team's new union, potentially setting up a legal dispute over the definition of student-athletes as employees.

Massachusetts Senate Democrats have proposed a $800 million plan to reform the state’s emergency shelter system, setting limits on stays and sparking legislative negotiation.

A man from Springfield pleaded guilty to his involvement in a catalytic converter theft ring that targeted nearly 500 vehicles. His plea is part of a broader case which has seen a significant decrease in such thefts following arrests.

A three-alarm fire in a Dracut apartment building was extinguished with no injuries, though one unit became uninhabitable due to the fire. Local firefighters responded promptly to the incident.

Scientists at MIT and the University of Helsinki found a protein in human sweat that may protect against Lyme disease, with variances influencing susceptibility. This discovery could lead to new preventive measures or treatments for the disease.