Boston Fed President Susan Collins sided with FOMC dissenters over easing language and warned Kevin Warsh's expected chairmanship could reshape Fed communications and local markets.

Showers and a few thunderstorms are likely Saturday, May 9 in Boston with gusty south winds and coastal advisories. Sunday looks milder with lower odds for widespread rain.

BPS rolled out a draft AI policy that would bar unsanctioned tools, ban non‑consensual deepfakes and tighten data safeguards as the school committee prepares to review it in June.

Cambridge police arrested a 49-year-old Lowell man in Porter Square after seizing fentanyl, cocaine, meth and a loaded .45; he faces trafficking and weapons charges.

A 76-year-old man was found dead inside a vehicle on Front Street in Marion; the Plymouth County DA and the state medical examiner are investigating.

Lynn leaders, teachers and neighbors rallied as a petition topped 4,500 signatures to keep Mariola Perez, a paraprofessional and single mother, from being deported ahead of next week’s ICE check‑in.

Milford police and Mass. State Police cyber investigators arrested a 38‑year‑old after a Franklin Street search; he was released on $1,000 bail while awaiting arraignment.

A woman was shot Wednesday evening in Dorchester and taken to a hospital; two people were detained and police are investigating.

Moderna, Praxis and other Massachusetts firms joined a new national alliance pushing a Vision 2030 plan to keep U.S. biotech competitive with China.

Somerville PorchFest returns May 9 with a record 530 performers; the city has added restrooms and tightened rules to handle the crowds.

DNA testing confirmed remains found in Plymouth in March 2025 belong to Sandra Crispo, a Hanson mother who vanished in August 2019. Authorities say the investigation is active.

Beatty Hall’s dining commons was temporarily closed after an inspection found mouse droppings and nesting areas. Wentworth says it is working with its dining provider on repairs and enhanced pest control before reopening.

Boston police released images after a man allegedly pointed a gun and stole a phone and chain in the South End. Detectives ask anyone with video or tips to contact District D-4.