A Hanson man was arrested and charged with exposing himself to minors in Whitman, Massachusetts, with additional similar incidents being investigated in nearby towns.

Governor Maura Healey signed the HERO Act into law in Massachusetts, offering new benefits and services for veterans, including disabled and LGBTQ+ community members.

Franklin Police and US Postal Inspectors are investigating the theft of multiple checks from a post office mail drop, possibly using a key from a recent postal worker robbery.

An MIT study shows a significant decline in commercial aviation fatalities, with the risk decreasing from 1 in 7.9 million in 2008-2017 to 1 in 13.7 million in 2018-2022.

Boston successfully concluded National Night Out, promoting community-police relations with activities and engagement among officials, citizens, and neighborhoods.

Dracut police are investigating after 49 neglected guinea pigs were found abandoned on a trail. The animals are now in the care of the Lowell Humane Society and are not yet available for adoption. Authorities are seeking information from the public.

Jeffrey Shapiro has appointed Dan Atkinson and Dennis Barton as senior investigators in Massachusetts to strengthen the fight against public resource fraud and inefficiency.

The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department visits Boston Asian Youth Essential Service under the Choice Program to guide students on making safe choices and to discuss issues like bullying and online safety.

The BCYF Fun Fest at Boston's Clougherty Pool and Doherty Park on August 8, 2024, offers free family-friendly activities, including music, a cookout, and a dance party.

A Lynn man was sentenced to 44 months in prison for his part in a drug trafficking operation involving counterfeit pills with fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Melanie Williams was charged with assault related to an incident preceding Zharia Wilcox-Ellis's fatal shooting in Waltham. Authorities are investigating, seeking more information.

Lightning struck a gas line at an Abington group home, igniting a fire. Everyone was evacuated without injury, and firefighters contained the fire until the gas was shut off. The home was left uninhabitable.

Worcester Police are seeking help to find Ronald Mcnally, 65, who has grey hair, brown eyes, and tattoos on his forearms. No further details on his disappearance were provided.