Dash Bio and Bonito Bio signed full‑floor leases at GENESIS 21 Hickory in Waltham, together adding about 48,127 sq ft of lab space as the Route 128 market shows early leasing momentum.

Students, staff and community members rallied at UMass Amherst to oppose a state budget plan that would raise out-of-pocket health costs and limit GLP‑1 drug coverage for many public workers.

Boston is experiencing its coldest winter since 1994, with milder temperatures and possible flurries forecasted for the weekend. A large upcoming storm might bring a mix of snow and rain.

The Boston Curb Lab was launched to address urban space conflicts, digitizing parking rules to improve navigation, and has been nationally recognized for its innovation.

The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum says viral posts misread DOJ Epstein files and are hampering the hunt for 13 stolen works. Officials ask people to send credible leads, not theories.

A 50‑year‑old was taken into custody after an hours‑long Laurel Street standoff that ended when SWAT breached a window and deployed less‑lethal munitions. Charges include stalking and breach of bail.

Middlesex prosecutors say an Everett officer was justified when he shot a man who allegedly hijacked a garbage truck near Encore; the DA released a redacted report and declined charges.

Gusty afternoon with gusts up to about 23 mph and Small Craft Advisories in effect for outer waters. Slight chance of light snow late tonight.

Schineider Dave Macean was arrested in Boston for human trafficking and related charges, with law enforcement urging the public to report related information.

Two Massachusetts cinemas, Showcase Cinema de Lux Randolph and Foxborough, will permanently close on February 22, as announced on the Showcase Cinemas website.

Boston City Council adopted two resolutions: one recognizing February as Black History Month and another honoring Black veterans for their military service.

Boston City Council honored the Patriots' successful season and promoted gender equity in sports by declaring New England Patriots Day and recognizing National Girls & Women in Sports Day.

Juan Romero was arrested in Dorchester for drug trafficking, with police seizing fentanyl, crack cocaine, and cash.