Whitman-Hanson High School students walked out to protest staff layoffs due to a $1.39 million budget deficit.

TSA staff at Logan Airport receive $10,000 bonuses for their service during the government shutdown as FAA resumes full flight schedules. Secretary Kristi Noem commended the agents in person, amidst political tensions over federal funding.

Tambo 22, a Peruvian-Italian restaurant in Chelsea, closes on December 20 due to industry challenges, while Michael G's Bar and Bistro is set to reopen in its place.

Windy conditions with gusts up to 38 mph expected in Boston, with partly sunny skies and a high of 53 degrees. Slippery streets from rain and sleet are also noted.

Windsor man pleads guilty to extortion and making online threats, facing up to 25 years in prison and $500,000 in fines, with sentencing on Feb 4, 2026.

Middleborough Police are seeking help to find missing Wendy Eaton, last seen on Oct 28 in Quincy. She is described as a 58-year-old white female with green eyes and blonde/gray hair.

David Johnson Jr. was sentenced to 30-38 years in prison for multiple child rape counts after a jury verdict. Post-release, he will be monitored strictly, as announced by Plymouth County DA Cruz.

The Worcester Police are seeking help to find Savannah Flores, missing since November 13, last seen on Adams Street, described as Hispanic, 5'5", 110 lbs, with brown hair, wearing jeans and a white shirt.

A lawsuit accuses Cape Cod Chips of misleading marketing by claiming no artificial ingredients, despite containing synthetic citric acid. The company, acquired by Campbell's in 2018, declined to comment on the pending litigation.

Springfield's FIU and the Hampden County Sheriff's Department arrested five people at Gurdon Bill Park for open-air drug activities, seizing drugs, an illegal rifle, and cash.

Massachusetts awards $6.34 million to 65 cultural and tourism projects through FY26 Destination Development Capital grants to enhance attractions and boost local economies.

One person died after a vehicular incident in Leicester, Massachusetts, with two others sustaining minor injuries.

Governor Maura Healey spoke at the Massachusetts Girls in Trades event, highlighting trades as valuable careers for women, and the effort to increase female representation in the field.