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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A former Mission Hill nursing‑home CEO was sentenced to six months in federal prison after admitting he diverted federal and center funds; the judge also ordered restitution.
A CAST patrol in Fall River arrested 22‑year‑old Jullianni Berrios after an officer’s shouted “I’ve got the dog!” bluff stopped a foot chase; police say they found a loaded pistol and about 151 grams of suspected crack.
Nine children were taken to hospitals after a school bus crash at Broadway and Langdon Street in Everett; officials say injuries were not serious.
Retail & Industry in ...
Foodie's Market at 1421 Washington St. closed today at 4 p.m., ending nearly three decades as a South End neighborhood staple.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Atlantic Development proposes replacing the vacant Harvard Pilgrim office at 1600 Crown Colony Drive with five 55‑plus condominium buildings, a project now headed to city review.
Weather & Environment in ...
Mostly cloudy and cool today. Sunday is the wettest day of the Memorial Day weekend.
A Madison Street traffic stop turned up a firearm with no serial number in a fanny pack; a 22-year-old New Bedford man was arrested and faces multiple weapons charges.
Somerville police posted a wanted notice Wednesday for 48‑year‑old Fabio Armelio, wanted on 11 active warrants and suspected in West End home break‑ins.
Politics & Govt in ...
Nine students and community groups sued the state, asking a judge to force a statewide plan to integrate public schools and guarantee free transportation. The case spotlights RIAC data showing widespread segregation.
Greater Boston's median single-family sale price rose to $1,032,500 in April as listings remain tight and borrowing costs hover in the mid-6% range. Buyers are feeling the squeeze again.
A juvenile was pulled from Field Pond in Andover on Tuesday and taken to Lawrence General before being flown to a Boston hospital; police say the incident is under investigation.
Community & Society in ...
About 450 Mass General Brigham home care clinicians voted 92% to authorize a possible seven‑day strike as contract talks continue. The move raises pressure on negotiations over caseloads, pay and safety.
A man found with a stab wound outside an Alltown Mobil on South Willow died after being taken to Elliot Hospital; authorities are treating the death as suspicious.
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