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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A woman was hospitalized after falling from a vehicle on William J. Day Boulevard; state police say the driver later returned and was taken into custody.
A wrong-way driver on I-93 struck a Chevrolet Cruze head-on late Saturday, killing a man in his 20s. State police identified an 81-year-old suspect from Somerset.
A Massachusetts State Police trooper was relieved of duty after surveillance video showed an off‑duty brawl at ReelHouse Marina Bay in Quincy. The department says the incident is under internal review.
Sports in ...
Brockton native AJ Dybantsa returned home after becoming the NBA's No. 1 pick, promising to give back and 'put Brockton on the map.'
Coordinated raids across the Merrimack Valley and Boston led to about 10 arrests and the seizure of nearly 3.8 kg of fentanyl, firearms and cash. Prosecutors say the probe targeted supply lines tied to deadly overdoses.
At least four people were shot in downtown Brockton after a post–World Cup street celebration; police say victims were taken to area hospitals and the investigation is active.
A Bangor man was arrested in Guilderland, N.Y. after a Saturday stabbing on Essex Street left a person critically injured. Authorities say he was found driving the victim’s stolen SUV and faces attempted murder and related charges.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
St. Peter’s Fiesta opens in Gloucester with the famed greasy pole contest at Pavilion Beach, seine boat races and nightly music.
Three people were arrested Thursday night after a caller reported a break‑in across from 7 Water Street in Boston's Financial District. Police say the suspects fled toward Court Square before officers took them into custody.
Community & Society in ...
Framingham will shut off access to Flock’s license‑plate camera system on June 30 after months of residents’ protests and a city review of contract language. Officials say removal and new oversight are next.
Weather & Environment in ...
Cloudy and humid in Boston with showers likely before noon and a chance of isolated storms tonight. Highs near 75°F and warmer, drier weather builds next week.
Politics & Govt in ...
A Boston federal judge has blocked President Trump’s order to tighten mail-in voting and create a federal absentee list, pausing a contentious push ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Mostly sunny and mild with a high near 78. Showers late tonight and a Marginal severe risk Friday evening.
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