A Worcester home health company and its administrator pleaded guilty to defrauding MassHealth of $1.6 million, with a suspended prison sentence and ordered restitution.

Two men conducted a heist at a Boston jewelry store using fake cash to buy $160,000 in jewelry, including Rolex watches. One man, Devin Johnson, has been arrested and arraigned on larceny charges.

A woman with a reported gunshot wound was investigated by Carver Police, prompting a search with multiple agencies after an incident at Sampson Pond. The shooting is believed to be targeted, with no public threat.

MBTA Transit Police seek public's help in identifying a suspect linked to an assault on a transit employee at Nubian Square.

Federal agents seized 73 kilograms of cocaine valued at over $1 million in Revere, Mass., leading to the arrest of two men on drug conspiracy charges.

Governor Maura Healey starts reform on MA state land compensation, establishing a commission to ensure fair PILOT funds distribution to cities, particularly in Western and Central MA.

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced an RFP for housing development on a 5.05-acre site in Bedford, Massachusetts, as part of the "State Land for Homes" initiative.

MIT researchers have developed a new iron fortification using crystalline particles, called metal-organic frameworks, to add essential nutrients to foods and drinks without altering taste or texture.

Boston is facing hot weather today, with the possibility of showers and thunderstorms in the evening, followed by a cold front and potential thunderstorms on Thursday. Clearer skies are expected by Friday.

Massachusetts State Police acknowledge online talk of a New England serial killer but find no evidence linking the discussed cases, while authorities ask the public to avoid spreading fear or misinformation.

The National Weather Service predicts a heatwave in Boston with near mid-90s temperatures and high humidity, followed by a cold front bringing relief by the weekend.

A fire in Falmouth resulted in two firefighters and one resident hospitalized; despite intensive efforts, the building suffered severe damage. Cause under investigation.

Linton Young was arrested for a shooting incident in West Roxbury with charges including assault with a dangerous weapon and unlawful firearm possession.