Two federal suits say AvalonBay and Greystar billed tenants legal fees without court approval, alleging the charges pushed renters to pay and risking displacement.

A brief morning snow will drop 1–2 inches and make roads slushy. Gusty south winds and Small Craft Advisories linger into the afternoon.

A Connecticut man was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer while clearing snow from his car on the Mass Pike, officials say.

Massachusetts plans to join the GUARDIAN newborn genome‑screening pilot that tests for 450+ treatable genetic conditions. The voluntary program would require state review before enrollment begins.

Klaviyo co-founders Ed Hallen and Andrew Bialecki pledged $6 million to MIT’s delta v accelerator, boosting per-team funding and mentorship to help keep startups in Boston.

Bitterly cold Tuesday in Boston with minor early coastal flooding; a fast clipper brings light snow Wednesday.

Beth Israel has started offering Clairity Breast, an FDA‑authorized AI that predicts five‑year breast cancer risk from routine mammograms. The tool is available now at BIDMC’s BreastCare Center.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has endorsed Sen. Ed Markey in the Democratic Senate primary, giving the incumbent a major local boost as he prepares to face Rep. Seth Moulton.

A person was shot and hospitalized after allegedly firing at a Border Patrol agent near Pittsburg’s Canadian border. The FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office are investigating.

New fare gates at South Station were shut down again after winter storms and high winds, leaving some lanes covered and riders waiting. Keolis says it is assessing protections.

Blizzard-force snow and wind hit Boston Monday; expect major travel disruption and a city parking ban. Stay off the roads unless it's an emergency.

Djuna Perkins filed complaints with state watchdogs alleging Adam Deitch sent campaign emails to government accounts used by public employees. Deitch's campaign denies wrongdoing.

A $22M Beacon Hill sale has renewed scrutiny of Boston's property assessments, with local analysis suggesting luxury homes may be underassessed and shifting the burden.