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Crime & Emergencies in ...
Jatayvyn Stone Crayton, 25, escaped police custody at Barnstable Superior Court but was recaptured after sustaining an injury. He initially faced three warrants.
Tufts University alerts its community about multiple BB gun attacks in nearby areas, taking steps to increase safety and asking for vigilance and information from the public.
The Cambridge Police warn of a growing tech support scam where individuals are tricked into granting access to their computers and financial accounts, leading to personal data compromise.
A Boston man, Jaden Mathieu, was arrested for suspected drug distribution and weapon possession after police found crack cocaine, cash, and oxycodone on him during a pat frisk.
Politics & Govt in ...
Mayor Wu launches a $300,000 grant to support youth sports organizations in Boston, with applications due by September 13, 2024. The funds aim to reduce costs and improve access to athletic programs for 8-18-year-olds.
The Attleboro Police are seeking a suspect for a string of car break-ins and an SUV theft, urging residents to secure their vehicles and provide any useful information.
A child and a woman were found dead in North Andover, Massachusetts, with local authorities investigating the incident as isolated, posing no wider public threat.
Parks & Nature in ...
Mayor Michelle Wu celebrated the renovation of the Clarendon Street Play Area in Boston, featuring new play equipment and additional trees, emphasizing the role of community engagement in the park's development.
A Rhode Island man was sentenced to 9-12 years for a 2022 crash that severely injured eight motorcyclists. He pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including driving under the influence of drugs.
Nigerian national Yomi Jones Olayeye was arrested at JFK for a $10 million pandemic unemployment fraud scheme, facing charges including wire fraud and identity theft.
Three people died in a multi-vehicle crash on Route 101 in Candia, NH, involving a high-speed Toyota Tundra that collided head-on with a Jeep Grand Cherokee.
A man from Chelsea pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for stabbing his wife in 2021, resulting in a life sentence with possible parole after 25 years.
Boston Police arrested John Russ in Dorchester for firearm and drug charges, including possessing a stolen firearm and intending to distribute narcotics.
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