Cambridge warns of travel disruptions due to the Boston Calling Music Festival and Boston's Run to Remember, with significant street closures from May 23-25, 2025.

Attorney David Smerling pleaded guilty to charges including wire fraud and identity theft, having embezzled over $3 million from companies and relatives, some of whom were vulnerable due to age or disability.

Boston Mayor Wu led a recreation of the 1965 Freedom Rally, unveiling "1965 Freedom March Square" as part of the city's Boston250 celebrations and commitment to racial justice.

AG Andrea Joy Campbell supports a legal challenge against President Trump's Executive Orders targeting diversity and inclusion initiatives alongside other states.

The MBTA settled a lawsuit with Robinson Lalin's family for $5 million after Lalin's death, where he was dragged by a train. The NTSB found safety failures by the MBTA.

A Worcester standoff involving a man threatening violence and brandishing a rifle and a sword ended after nine hours with the man arrested, reported the local police.

A Mattapan man, Yaliek Allah-Barnes, was sentenced to 17-24 years for the 2020 fatal shooting of Derek Fitzpatrick after a guilty plea during his trial.

Boston Police seek help identifying a suspect in a Roxbury armed robbery at Quincy Variety Store and encourage anonymous tips through various channels.

Boston Councilor Ed Flynn calls for Chief of Economic Opportunity Segun Idowu's resignation following the arrests of two City Hall aides on domestic violence charges.

Boston City Council passed an ordinance to empower the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT), enhancing city services and digital governance.

The Worcester Police are searching for missing teen Carmen Duval, last seen early in the morning on Fenwood St. wearing black shorts and a tank top. Public assistance is sought.

Stoughton Police are searching for missing 44-year-old Sonia Alves, who is believed to be experiencing a mental health episode. Agencies, including Metro-LEC and Massachusetts State Police, are assisting, with K9s and drones previously deployed.

Boston Police are searching for 16-year-old Sally Phillips from Mattapan, last seen May 15, 2025. The public is urged to provide any relevant information.