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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A woman in Methuen was killed in a hit-and-run by a motorcyclist, who briefly stopped before fleeing. Police are seeking public help to find the suspect.
A rock gravel spill on I-495 northbound near Marlborough caused lane closures and significant delays for morning commuters, with cleanup efforts ongoing.
A Malden man was arrested at the MBTA Wellington Station for allegedly assaulting a woman, with few details released about the incident or the victim's condition.
Community & Society in ...
Officers lined the streets for a procession honoring fallen Billerica police sergeant Ian Taylor, who died on duty after being struck by an excavator.
Four people were rescued, one in critical condition, after their boat capsized off Cape Cod. They were taken to the hospital, with hypothermia suspected as a possible challenge. The causes remain under investigation.
Politics & Govt in ...
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu canceled her Harvard appearance after student groups withdrew support due to her handling of an Emerson College demonstration.
A 10-year-old was injured in a hit-and-run while biking in Reading, MA, with police seeking a white Chevy SUV and urging witnesses to call 781-944-1212.
A federal grand jury in Boston issued a superseding indictment against 16 people for their alleged roles in a drug ring, involving over 100,000 fentanyl and methamphetamine-laced pills.
Salvadoran man with multiple deportations pleads guilty to illegal reentry into the U.S. and faces up to 20 years in prison.
A pick-up truck crash resulted in a fatality when the vehicle hit a tree and caught fire in Pelham, NH, prompting a prolonged road closure for investigation.
Weather & Environment in ...
The article provides a weather forecast for Boston, predicting mostly sunny days with temperatures rising to the mid-60s and variable chances of showers throughout the weekend and early next week.
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.
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