Steward Health Care in Massachusetts faces a crisis with $50 million in unpaid rent, risking hospital closures including St. Elizabeth's and Carney Hospital.

Police shot a man dead during a domestic disturbance call in Nashua, New Hampshire, early Sunday, with no officers injured, the Attorney General's Office confirms.

The Coffee Break Cafe in Hyde Park is closing on January 27 after six years, with sister locations still operating. The cafe is known for its community engagement, fresh local products, and welcoming atmosphere.

MIT chemists have developed a cobalt-free cathode for lithium-ion batteries, potentially addressing the environmental and social issues linked to cobalt mining.

Lowell gang leader Virak Prum was sentenced to 96 months in prison for drug trafficking and money laundering related to the One Family Clique gang's activities.

A teacher at Mel King South End Community School was hospitalized after being attacked by a student with a chair. The incident is under investigation and has prompted discussions about school safety.

Firefighters in Lawrence, MA rescued a person from a third-floor during a house fire, with two others hospitalized. 15 residents were displaced, and the cause is under investigation.

Researchers from UMass Amherst and Seattle Children's Research Institute discovered how prior exposure to similar bacteria affects immune responses to tuberculosis, hinting at possible advancements in TB defense strategies.

A traffic stop in Dorchester led to an arrest when officers found a loaded firearm on a passenger, Malik Parrish-Butler, who faces multiple firearms charges.

Vitamin Sea Brewing is set to open a new taproom and brewery in downtown Plymouth, offering a selection of craft beers and food options, with local community engagement planned.

Police are seeking a suspect for leaving a puppy in a locked car during freezing temperatures at the MBTA Quincy Adams station. Firefighters rescued the dog with the puppy's condition and suspect details still pending.

Dravon Robinson was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in a 2021 Roxbury stabbing case involving the death of Ricardo Garcia. Two other men, including Robinson's cousin, were also convicted.

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and MOVA advocate for a $20 million state investment to mitigate federal funding cuts to victim services.