A Kingston man, Corey R. Jacques, was indicted for allegedly extorting $23,000 from a coworker by faking "protection payments" for safety at their workplace.

The MBTA Transit Police are searching for a suspect accused of assaulting a passenger who asked them to move from a train door at Downtown Crossing station in Boston.

Two people died and another is critically injured after a rollover car crash in Dorchester early Thursday morning, with the cause under investigation.

A 15-year-old was arrested at a Back Bay school for possessing a loaded firearm, raising concerns about youth weapon access.

An East Boston man was charged with a violent New Year's attack on a woman in front of her children, facing numerous charges including armed assault with intent to murder.

The study indicates patient safety may decline at hospitals after private equity acquisition, with an increase in complications such as infections and falls.

A water main break at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston disrupted IVF treatments, impacting around 300 patients. Repairs may take a month, forcing delays and rescheduling of procedures.

Cracking down on the drug trade in Worcester's King Street area, local police have charged five individuals with various drug-related offenses...

The Valedictorian Project offers support to Boston's top high school students from low-income backgrounds by connecting them with mentors and resources for succeeding in college.

The IBEW Local 103 in Dorchester has invested $10 million in renovating its training center to enhance electricians' skills, especially in green energy, to meet growing demand.

A Lowell woman was arrested and faces animal cruelty charges after being caught on video repeatedly kicking a small dog outside her apartment. The incident has caused community outrage.

A 75-year-old woman, Luzmila Quispe, was killed in a hit-and-run accident on Route 495, with the suspected drunk driver, Jaymee Miller, now facing charges.

The Kamal family of Dover, Massachusetts was found deceased from gunshot wounds, with autopsies indicating Rakesh Kamal killed his family before himself. Authorities are investigating the unregistered gun found at the scene.