Lincoln Police Chief Sean Kennedy is on administrative leave due to domestic violence allegations involving a family member. He faces assault charges and his pre-trial hearing is set for June 26th.

Waymo is mapping Boston for potential expansion of its self-driving robotaxi service, starting with manual driving to understand local roads. No rider program is launched yet.

The Healey-Driscoll Administration awards $6.8 million to train and place over 1,100 workers in Massachusetts industries, aiming to fill in-demand jobs and reduce workforce skill gaps.

New Bedford Police made two arrests involving a juvenile with a loaded firearm and a man with crack cocaine following separate surveillance operations.

Brian Shortsleeve announces his Republican candidacy for Massachusetts governor, criticizing Gov. Healey's spending and pledging fiscal responsibility.

Worcester residents protested peacefully on Mother's Day against recent ICE arrest tactics, highlighting a viral video of an arrest and emphasizing rights and due process for immigrants.

Orley Espinosa of Revere won a $2 million grand prize from the Massachusetts State Lottery. He purchased the winning ticket at a 7-Eleven in East Boston and chose the cash option of $1.3 million. Espinosa plans to use the money to support his family, and the 7-Eleven store will receive a $20,000 bonus.

Officials and residents participated in the 29th annual Mother's Day Walk for Peace in Dorchester, supporting a violence-free society and advocating for survivors of homicide.

An historic 1887 Groton chapel converted into a $3.85 million residence with six bedrooms and numerous amenities is on sale. Franklin D. Roosevelt once attended the original church.

Boston City Council approved over $6 million in grants for climate resiliency, fire safety, and youth job support.

Researchers have developed a technique that allows robots to identify object properties by handling them, an advance that could be useful in low-visibility scenarios.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announces the return of the Open Streets Series and Open Newbury in 2025, offering community events and vehicle-free streets for local activities and commerce.

Massachusetts AG Campbell sues CVS for not offering MassHealth the lowest drug prices, as required by state law, which is being challenged by other states too.