The US Coast Guard presumes six additional crew from the sunken fishing vessel 'Lily Jean' dead after a 1,000-square-mile search. Only one body was recovered.

The Boston City Council endorsed a rent stabilization measure for the November ballot to address the housing affordability crisis, with a 9-3 vote recognizing the heavy financial burden on over half of the city's renters.

Boston faces extreme cold and coastal flooding; wind chills may hit -13 degrees, with flooding advisories for shorelines and waterways. Roads may be impassable, and residents are advised to prepare.

Boston's Licensing Board approved five establishments to upgrade their licenses to serve all alcoholic beverages, marking an economic growth effort under new legislation.

Cameron Griffin was arrested for setting a fire near Peppercorn Hill, including charges of endangerment due to a child's presence in his car. An off-duty firefighter's quick actions led to Griffin's capture.

Springfield Police search for missing 14-year-old Julianna Garcia-Davis, last seen in South Branch Parkway area, wearing pink hoodie and beige slippers.

Boston faces extreme cold and potential nor'easter; NWS forecasts sunny but frigid days with high wind chills and a major storm looming over the weekend.

A New Hampshire man led police on a high-speed chase, crashed into a pole, and now faces charges, including reckless conduct and disobeying an officer.

Bridgewater police are probing a car crash on Pleasant Street that resulted in a pedestrian's death yesterday. Authorities, including state police, are analyzing the incident where the driver remained at the scene.

Essex County DA announced no charges against Haverhill police in Francis Gigliotti's 2025 death, citing adherence to procedure despite autopsy labelling it a homicide.

A Norwood man was arrested on charges related to child pornography, announced by Norwood Police. The investigation, led by Detective Hoyle with ICAC Task Force support, follows a cyber tip. The case remains active.

The Plymouth Police Department shared a summary of their weekly operations on Facebook, detailing 824 incidents, 18 arrests, and responses to 35 motor vehicle accidents between January 18-24, 2026.

Southborough Police, led by Chief Nowell, responded to a kidnapping call during a snowstorm, making an arrest with professionalism and care as per the Domestic Violence Act.