The City of Boston settled for $1 million with an ex-employee who accused former health chief Felix Arroyo of sexual harassment; the incidents purportedly occurred in 2017.

A Boston man was sentenced to 21 months in prison for participating in a gun trafficking operation from Alabama to Massachusetts, followed by three years' supervised release.

The Massachusetts Senate passed an amendment potentially reinstating happy hour, part of a larger $2.8 billion economic bill allowing local decisions on such promotions.

Worcester Police arrested a 19-year-old for a car break-in as part of a Summer Impact program to address high-impact crimes during the summer months. The suspect, Albert Kariuki, was charged after a proactive police effort.

A fire at a Norwood apartment complex caused severe damage, with emergency crews responding Friday morning. Police tweeted urging the public to avoid the area. Details on the cause and injuries are pending.

The MBTA Transit Police seek public aid to identify two suspects linked to an assault on the Red Line. Images of the suspects were released on their Twitter page.

The DOJ is probing Steward Health Care for alleged foreign corruption, amidst the company's bankruptcy and scrutiny over its management of Maltese hospitals.

Mayor Michelle Wu enhances Boston's city services and transparency with new hires, including Paul Chong as Commissioner of City Records, Grace Jung as Chief of Staff for City Records, and Mia Capone as Director of Parking and Curbside Management.

The Worcester Police Department seeks public assistance in locating missing resident Andrew Benck, last seen July 2nd, focusing efforts around the Green St area.

A Springfield man received over four years in prison for illegal ammunition possession after being previously convicted of assault and weapon carrying.

A Massachusetts State Trooper arrested JAMAL RODRIGUEZ FRANCIS for multiple offenses including OUI and illegal gun possession during a traffic stop in West Springfield.

Nyshiem Shaw was arrested in Roxbury for unlawful firearm possession and destroying property, as detected by Shot Spotter technology. He's to be arraigned in court.

Boston Police seize 31 off-highway vehicles in Mattapan to address illegal riding and enhance community safety.