Suffolk County Sheriff Steven W. Tompkins addressed the Massachusetts opioid crisis in a panel discussion, focusing on collaboration and proactive measures to combat addiction.

Two teenagers were arrested by Springfield Police for attempting to steal a Hyundai; they were caught and face charges, with the SPD advising car owners to secure their vehicles.

A bullet fired during a road rage incident on Route 93 North in Braintree, MA, struck an uninvolved vehicle on the southbound side, causing minor injury to the driver. State Police are investigating.

The article details how loneliness among young Americans is causing a decline in happiness, with initiatives like BU's NITEO focusing on mental health and relationship-building to combat this issue.

A large Victorian-style home in Newton, Massachusetts was consumed by a multi-alarm fire, despite its proximity to a fire station. The cause and potential injuries are unknown.

Marshfield residents voted against a rezoning effort to comply with the state's MBTA Communities Act, with potential legal and financial consequences pending.

Local first responders in Chelsea participated in the "Reading With First Responders" program at the Harbor Area Family Resource Center to promote literacy and build community trust among children.

The Boston Police are seeking public assistance to identify a suspect in a Roxbury break-in, providing a detailed description of the Hispanic male involved.

A serious crash on the Massachusetts Turnpike in Brighton has caused major traffic delays, with State Police urging drivers to seek alternative routes.

Tim McKone joins "Zolak and Bertrand" show on 98.5 The Sports Hub as the full-time third chair, following the departure of former co-host Hardy Poole.

Express Inc. files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, with plans to close select stores in Massachusetts and all UpWest locations, while continuing to operate other stores and online sales.

Boston City Hall will display 15 poems on resistance and resilience from local poets, curated by Poet Laureate Porsha Olayiwola, as part of the 2024-25 Mayor's Poetry Program.

A Somerville man, Jose Mendez, is charged with indecent assault and practicing without a chiropractic license. He allegedly assaulted two women under the guise of being a licensed chiropractor.