A fire damaged a Brighton building early morning, displacing 13 residents; no injuries reported. Damages are around $250,000. Cause remains under investigation.

Boston experiences a rainy New Year’s Day, with forecasts of morning showers and mild temperatures. A wind advisory was issued with potential strong gusts, and residents can expect colder, clearer skies later in the week.

Elvis Andrade from Brockton was arrested in West Bridgewater for driving a stolen vehicle and other offences, with an active warrant for his arrest by the Stoughton Police.

Massachusetts celebrates the opening of 15 miles of new shared use paths in 2024, advancing sustainable transportation and safety for cyclists and pedestrians.

A man was shot in the leg at the Ridge at Blue Hills apartment complex in Braintree. His injuries are not life-threatening. Police state there's no public threat, with no arrest yet. Details remain unclear as the investigation continues.

A Boston man was arrested for firearm possession and other offenses after a traffic stop in Roxbury led to the discovery of a loaded gun in his vehicle.

Southern New England, including Boston, is under a Dense Fog Advisory until 11 AM, with poor visibility. Rain and light winds are expected later, with heavy rainfall on Monday before clearing for New Year's Eve.

A young female humpback whale washed ashore dead in Massachusetts, the sixth such stranding in six months, with causes still under investigation by the Whale and Dolphin Conservation.

Bird flu detected in a backyard flock in Vermont; 24 birds euthanized, and health officials monitor potential human contact while emphasizing biosecurity to prevent spread.

A fire broke out at a Billerica scrapyard, with firefighters working for hours to control it. No injuries were reported, and the cause remains under investigation.

Massachusetts lawmakers passed over a dozen bills on various topics, including school bus traffic cameras and public transit, ahead of the legislative deadline, now awaiting Governor Healey's signature.

Boston Police alert the public to help identify a suspect in a Christmas Day aggravated assault in Dorchester.

Police in Grafton, Massachusetts, report multiple car break-ins and urge residents with security footage to assist in the investigation led by Officers Lyver and Spellman.