Boston Police seek a suspect in a series of burglaries using a pry tool, targeting downtown, BU, and Northeastern University. The male suspect with a beard wears a cap with writing and has stolen various items. Witnesses can report tips anonymously.

Boston's Columbus Day ended with a nor'easter causing heavy rain, strong winds, and potential coastal flooding. The storm brought up to 4-5 inches of rain in some areas.

A woman was hospitalized after a shooting in Beverly, Massachusetts, with police responding and one person being arrested; the incident is not seen as posing ongoing danger.

A tractor-trailer in Waltham snagged overhead wires, causing a fire that engulfed three vehicles, including two school vans, and led to evacuations and power outages. No injuries were reported.

A nor'easter is forecasted to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and potential flooding to Boston starting this weekend, with possible power outages and minor coastal flooding.

Massachusetts intends to join the IUCN, enhancing biodiversity conservation efforts, alongside California as the first U.S. states to do so, possibly by 2026.

Boston officials announced a plan for affordable music studios and housing in Allston-Brighton, led by development consultants including The Community Builders.

Secretary Jones announced over 10,000 Massachusetts apprentices since January 2023, discussing workforce development and innovation in apprenticeship programs at a forum co-hosted by the American Swiss Foundation.

Boston's The Urban Grape has closed after failing to negotiate with Cambridge Savings Bank, ending its 13-year presence and innovative contributions to the wine industry, despite community support and charitable efforts during COVID-19.

Massachusetts AG Andrea Joy Campbell joins a coalition challenging Trump's deployment of National Guard to Oregon, citing constitutional concerns and overreach.

Boston Police District E-18 partners with New Inspiration Church to host a Pumpkin Painting Party during Faith & Blue Week to foster community relations.

Holyoke police arrested two suspects and seized drugs, including crack-cocaine and heroin/fentanyl, following a vehicle search stemming from an earlier threat incident.

Authorities seek public help identifying a suspect in a knife assault at MBTA's Wonderland Station on October 6th. The MBTA Transit Police released surveillance images and ask to contact 617-222-1050 with information.