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.

A Revere man was arrested for cocaine trafficking and related charges after a collaborative law enforcement effort led to the seizure of drugs and paraphernalia from his residence.

Bar Lunette, a new French-themed cocktail bar, opened in Brookline, offering drinks and a menu influenced by French tastes, as well as paying homage to the late Brother Cleve.

A historic townhome at 39 Union Park in Boston's South End was sold for $10.2 million, setting a new record for the neighborhood's residential property sales.

A fatal crash on I-495 in Chelmsford left one dead and another seriously injured; Massachusetts State Police are investigating the single-vehicle accident.

A train collided with a vehicle in Stoughton, MA with no injuries reported. Authorities are investigating the cause and directing traffic around the scene.