Boston's week starts with a 50% chance of showers and highs near 55 degrees, with a continued risk of rain and possible snow on Monday. Gusty winds expected Tuesday before a sunny Wednesday.

Salem resident Victor MERCEDES was arrested for cocaine trafficking after a joint police operation in Boston. Over 200 grams of cocaine were found, along with cash and equipment.

A Needham High School band director is charged with child pornography, with the district taking immediate action to ensure student safety and provide support services.

Boston is preparing for the "Hands Off 2025" protest, with a large turnout expected at the Common, including speeches by U.S. Sen. Markey and Congresswoman Pressley, despite forecasts of bad weather.

Fall River Police seek community help regarding a stabbing outside Leonard's Package Store on March 22nd, asking for leads and offering anonymous tip options.

Wilber Soto Rivera was arraigned on charges including cocaine and fentanyl trafficking following a raid; held without bail after a dangerousness hearing.

A $4 million lottery prize from a scratch ticket sold in Woburn, MA, has been claimed by the Pyrrhic Funding Trust, with a $2.6 million lump sum taken home.

Two Connecticut women pleaded not guilty to charges of organized retail theft at a Massachusetts Old Navy. They are accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of items.

Temple Etz Chaim in Franklin, MA, was defaced with anti-Semitic vandalism; a nearby sidewalk was also marked with a swastika. Police are investigating the incidents.

The Healey-Driscoll Administration in Massachusetts proposes a $1.3 billion budget to boost education and transportation, despite reduced federal funding.

The Fall River Police Department arrested six people and seized firearms and cocaine during a bust targeting repeat violent offenders on April 3, 2025.

Massachusetts AG Campbell has secured over $4.5 million in restitution and penalties within the construction industry since January 2023, benefiting nearly 3,000 workers and holding over 270 employers accountable.

A stolen vehicle chase in Foxborough ended with the arrest of a female suspect and a child in the car. The suspect hit three police cruisers but no serious injuries were reported. Further details will follow after the arraignment.