MIT engineers developed a battery-free, solar-powered desalination system that adapts to sunlight changes and can produce 5,000 liters of clean water daily.

Massachusetts AG Andrea Joy Campbell files a lawsuit against TikTok, alleging the platform's features such as "infinite scroll" and "autoplay" harm young users' mental health, violating consumer protection laws.

The Quincy Police Department is seeking help to find Pierina Fernandes, a 34-year-old pregnant woman missing since October 2, last seen near Eastern Nazarene College.

One man was fatally shot early Tuesday in Roxbury; Boston Police are investigating and seeking information from the public, offering anonymity for tips.

A Lawrence man, Jose Monge, was arrested for drug possession with intent to distribute after a traffic stop in Reading revealed marijuana and related items in his car.

A youth football game in Saugus, MA, was halted due to a fight among parents, leading to one injury and game cancellations. No arrests were made, and the incident is under review.

Lowell Police seek public help in finding Reynaldo Fernandez, last seen on Middlesex Street on September 15. He is 6’7, with brown eyes, a goatee, and neck tattoos. Contact police at 978-937-3200 with info.

A water main break on I-495 in Massachusetts causes a large sinkhole, disrupting traffic with significant delays expected. State Police advise finding alternate routes.

A Dorchester man was arrested for gun and drug charges after a sting operation, with the police recovering drugs, a weapon, and cash from his apartment.

The "Trunk or Treat" event by Plymouth Family Resource Center offered a safe celebration with decorated trunks and costumes for families, featuring community bonding and police presence ensuring fairness.

A fire in Bethlehem, New Hampshire resulted in one fatality, with officials urging witnesses to provide information as an investigation into the cause continues.

Dorchester police de-escalated a potential "suicide by cop" incident, apprehending a man with a gun without the use of force; the suspect faces charges for carrying an unlicensed, loaded firearm.

Malden police arrested a 19-year-old for illegal weapon possession after Officers Ferry and Kessler found a stolen firearm.