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Crime & Emergencies in ...
Joseph Erb was arrested in connection with a May 2nd stabbing on Chandler St in Worcester, with authorities seeking further information.
A tractor-trailer struck a highway sign on Route 24 S in West Bridgewater, causing road closure and heavy traffic. MassDOT is managing the incident; no word on injuries or the accident's cause.
ATF Agent Brian Higgins testified about his flirty texts and a kiss with Karen Read before her boyfriend John O'Keefe's death, as she faces second-degree murder charges.
Richard Ruddy was arrested twice in three hours in Lancaster, NH, first for causing chaos at a Big Apple Store and then for crashing his car into it after release. He now faces multiple charges.
Boston Police in District D-14 arrested two men, confiscating weapons and drugs, linked to an attempted armed robbery at Cumberland Farms on Chestnut Hill Avenue.
Eleven children were hospitalized for dehydration and overheating at a track event in Lynn, Massachusetts, amidst unyielding heat. The event was subsequently canceled.
A man was stabbed during a large fight at Carson Beach, Boston; he has non-life-threatening injuries. No arrests have been made; police are investigating.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
MIT researchers found that the human brain recognizes objects in black-and-white images, stemming from visual limitations at birth, which may affect individuals regaining sight later.
State police arrested three individuals for drug trafficking and illegal firearm possession after a traffic stop on Route 91 revealed drugs and a gun in their sedan.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
The MBTA announces an upgrade allowing Boston commuters to use phones or credit cards for transit payments starting this summer, with full implementation across more services by Spring 2026.
Two people fell from a balcony during a Harvard block party, were injured, and received prompt medical response; the celebration continued with minor disruption.
Boston police arrested David Ramgeet in Dorchester for firearm charges, including possession of a loaded ghost gun, following a confrontation near Harambe Park.
Community & Society in ...
Boston Police officers celebrated with the East Boston community at the Annual Buddhist Celebration, connecting over shared prayers, traditional Vietnamese food, and fostering cross-cultural ties.
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