New Bedford Police arrested two, including a juvenile, for firearms possession after a surveillance operation led to a foot chase and the discovery of two loaded Smith & Wesson firearms.

Boston's weekend forecast includes sunshine, clouds, and chilly temps, with a possible warming trend on Sunday. Breezy conditions and light snow are anticipated for next week.

An 18-year-old led New Hampshire State Police on a 30-mile car chase, reaching speeds of 137 mph before tire deflation tactics stopped him. He faces several charges.

Watertown Police arrested Isaiah Louissaint, 19, for carrying a stolen firearm during a traffic stop, as detailed in a social media post by the department.

A Dominican man, Luis Alfonso Mejia-Diaz, received a 13-year jail term in a federal Boston court for his role in a drug operation distributing fentanyl and cocaine.

Boston Police arrested Xiaofeng Wang for human trafficking and related prostitution charges in Brighton after an undercover operation at 55 Brighton Avenue.

The weather in Boston is transitioning from cloudy to sunny, with temperatures near freezing. The National Weather Service predicts highs in the mid-30s, while NBC Boston notes a dry spell raising drought concerns.

Worcester house fire displaces 13, no injuries reported; firefighting effort challenged by cold weather; cause under investigation. Traffic affected near Main and Cambridge Street.

Springfield Police arrested two after a shooting, recovering a loaded, stolen gun. Victim Madwin Lluveras, later also arrested, was hospitalized with a minor injury.

Josh Kraft, son of Robert Kraft, plans to run for Boston mayor, challenging incumbent Michelle Wu. His background in philanthropy might influence the race shaped by both candidates' records and Boston's political climate.

MIT's Steven Flavell studies roundworm C. elegans to understand human behaviors, mapping neural and molecular mechanisms that could explain our own brain functions. His diverse team aims to apply their findings to more complex systems.

A seven-vehicle crash on Route 2 in Harvard caused traffic disruptions, no injuries; the scene was later cleared, with authorities investigating the cause.

Boston police arrested Tyrone Turner for illegal possession of drugs, a firearm, ammunition, and related items in Dorchester, indicating potential intent to distribute.