The Somerset Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate missing 14-year-old K'Dence Bates. She has ties to Providence, RI, and Mattapan, MA. Residents with information are urged to contact the authorities.

Boston Licensing Board approves four new liquor licenses for restaurants in East Boston, Roxbury, and South End; city seeks more applications for future licenses.

Massachusetts invests over $8.5 million in career-connected learning grants, impacting 120 districts, to bolster student pathways-announced by Healey-Driscoll administration.

Boston's Halloween weather may include showers, with a 20% chance by next Wednesday and uncertain conditions through Thursday due to a possible coastal storm.

Springfield Police arrested Brandon Torres and Alicia Ferrer for drug trafficking, seizing narcotics and arresting them in a raid, also involving children present at the scene.

The MBTA Board approved an $850 million funding boost from the Healey-Driscoll Administration for enhancements to the Massachusetts transit system's safety and reliability.

Gov. Healey announces safety measures after a fire in an assisted living facility in Massachusetts, with a 100% response rate from ALRs to a safety survey highlighting areas for improvement.

Five individuals were arrested in Fall River drug busts, with seizures on John and Union Streets including crack cocaine, oxycodone, Suboxone, and BB guns. Charges include possession with intent to distribute.

A man was arrested in Mattapan for drug offenses and possessing a stolen moped after police noticed suspicious activity. He attempted to flee but was caught, found with Fentanyl, cash, and a fake gun.

Massachusetts AG Andrea Campbell leads 19 attorneys general in opposition to the DOJ's attempt to subpoena medical records from Boston Children's Hospital related to gender-affirming care.

Tavern in the Square is set to open in Fitchburg in 2026, replacing the former Singapore Restaurant & Lounge, as announced by Mayor Samantha Squailia.

Panera Bread founder Ron Shaich donates $20 million to Clark University for academic and operational improvements, marking the largest gift in the university's history.

The Plymouth Police Department shared a weekly report detailing 672 incidents, including 9 arrests, 79 traffic stops, and responses to 34 alarms and 20 disturbances.