A retaining wall at a Duxbury construction site collapsed Wednesday, sending two people to a trauma center while federal and local officials investigate.

Lee Pelton, who led The Boston Foundation since 2021, announced he will step down and remain in the role through Aug. 31. Under his watch the foundation expanded grantmaking and pushed into housing and immigrant support.

A Worcester firefighter was hurt and three people were rescued from a house fire on May 21, local reports say. Officials have released limited details as investigators work the scene.

Harvard Square looked busy over Memorial Day weekend despite Boston Calling’s gap year; merchants say Fenway partnerships, Sail Boston and niche tours are softening the blow.

Even burned-out houses are selling fast in Greater Boston as contractors and developers chase scarce lots and big upside.

A Saugus resident was arrested and charged with unlawfully voting in federal elections, prosecutors say, after allegedly registering as a U.S. citizen despite holding a green card.

Massachusetts’ top court ruled victims can sue individual academics under a 1986 statute, clearing the way for a former student’s personal claim against a former MIT researcher.

An early-morning blaze on Banton Street in Dorchester sent two people to the hospital and displaced multiple residents. Officials say the fire began on the second floor and the cause is under investigation.

An MIT researcher is sending a limited batch of at-home tick tests this summer that promise quick results and telehealth follow-up, though experts urge clinical caution.

Mayor Michelle Wu is investing $150,000 to link Boston firefighters to Dana‑Farber's Direct Connect program for faster cancer screenings and rapid referrals.

Analog Devices is reportedly close to buying Empower Semiconductor for about $1.5 billion to add power-delivery tech for AI data centers.

Quincy’s new City Council is weighing whether to undo 2024 pay ordinances that would raise the mayor’s pay nearly 80% and lift councilors’ salaries by about half.

Quincy police say a suspect is armed and dangerous and have asked the public for help. Detectives provided a case number and a tip line for anyone with information.