Massachusetts faces an air quality alert due to Canadian wildfire smoke, affecting sensitive groups. Temperatures are high, but a reduction in smoke and cooler weather is expected soon.

Brookline Police seek public help to identify a man with tattoos linked to two larceny cases. They emphasized he's not currently wanted but wish to discuss the incidents with him.

The Holyoke Police Department, with other agencies, arrested two individuals on drug trafficking and firearm charges after executing a search warrant in Holyoke, Massachusetts.

Lawrence Police seek public help in finding missing juvenile Darisha Lantigua, not believed to be in danger, urging anyone with information to contact authorities.

The MBTA Transit Police are seeking public help to identify a driver who assaulted a pedestrian with a bottle at Chinatown station after a near-miss incident.

The Boston Police Department and New Inspiration Church hosted a community movie night with games and free ice cream to strengthen police-community relations.

Massachusetts couple faced a $20,000 scam; Auburn Police arrested a woman posing as a federal agent to collect the cash. They seized $50,000 linked to similar scams.

Boston hosts events in August, including the Open Newbury Street Series, the August Moon Festival, and National Night Out, leading to traffic changes and a push for public transport.

Heavy rains in the Greater Boston area are abating, with the sun coming out and cooler, more comfortable weather to follow. The weekend forecast looks sunny with no impact from recent wildfires.

A teenager in Quincy, Massachusetts, faces 63 felony charges for allegedly vandalizing over 60 vehicles. He pleaded not guilty and may undergo a competence evaluation.

Ex-Medfield official Kevin Ryder pleaded guilty to stealing public funds and other charges, sentenced to 2.5 years with six months to serve and the rest suspended for probation. He took over $100,000 from the town.

Governor Maura Healey launches the DRIVE Initiative, investing $400 million to enhance Massachusetts's research and innovation economy, aiming to create jobs and sustain global leadership in healthcare innovation.

Two men were arrested in New Bedford for narcotics trafficking, with law enforcement seizing drugs, cash, and a firearm after a surveillance operation and subsequent search of a residence.