A violent gang leader, Armani Minier-Tejada, was sentenced to 40 years for drug trafficking and firearm offenses after a concerted law enforcement effort.

Thieves burglarized Lunette Optic in Hingham, taking merchandise after smashing the store’s door with a rock. Police found a pry bar and damaged display cases; the investigation is ongoing.

Mayor Michelle Wu introduces free cultural institution visits for Boston Public School students and families, starting with the Museum of Science and the New England Aquarium.

Police in Quincy arrested a suspect for breaking and entering and credit card theft; two others are sought. The incident involved a home on Shea Street, with the arrest following a neighbor's alert and a police search.

Steward Health Care secures bridge financing to stabilize its Massachusetts hospitals, averts immediate threat of closures, and continues to seek a significant equity partner for long-term security.

Jean Bontiffe from New York is set to plead guilty to bank fraud, passport forgery, and identity theft, after stealing $13,800 from Massachusetts bank accounts using fake passports.

Springfield Police seized over 11,000 bags of heroin, 345 grams of cocaine, and arrested three men for drug-related offenses after a months-long investigation.

Boston Police Department's E-5 Community Service Office hosted students from Holy Name School, who wrote thank you cards to officers and enjoyed snacks, strengthening community ties.

The Government Center garage demolition in downtown Boston is nearing completion, paving the way for the $1.5 billion Bulfinch Crossing project. The process has involved disruptions and a tragic accident but promises future revitalization.

A 15-year-old girl's bail was revoked after she allegedly stabbed a fellow student at Boston's Jeremiah Burke High School, also violating previous bail conditions.

Boston Police urge public help in finding 14-year-old Cadence Olivia Turowski, missing since leaving high school.

The weather in Boston will clear up for a sunny weekend, with chilly temperatures lingering; light showers may arrive, but no significant snow is expected.

Parker-Vincent Alva has been named Boston's new Youth Poet Laureate, set to inspire with his poetry on identity and desire, and will receive a book publication and a $3,000 stipend.