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.

A narrow MVC vote cleared billed as the island’s largest-ever housing project, but sewer limits and court fights could delay move‑ins.

A wrong‑way driver died and a Massachusetts State Police trooper was rushed to a Boston hospital after a crash on Route 1 near the Saugus–Lynnfield line that closed the northbound lanes for hours.

Blackstone’s BioMed Realty locked a $765M CMBS refinance on the fully leased Center for Life Science at 3 Blackfan Circle in Longwood. The deal underscores demand for top‑tier lab assets.

A tree fell onto the Winthrop Elementary School playground Monday, injuring two children and an adult. The playground is closed while investigators work at the scene.

Vertex and Moderna said Monday they are discontinuing the VX‑522 Phase 1/2 inhaled mRNA trial after persistent lung inflammation concerns, ending a potential option for thousands of CF patients.

Tewksbury police de‑escalated a May 4 standoff on March Road after a man threatened others; officers used a less‑than‑lethal round and took him into custody. No injuries were reported.

Norfolk police arrested two people after executing search warrants at a Mirror Lake Avenue apartment and recovering suspected narcotics plus rifles and handguns.

John Deaton and Rep. Seth Moulton agreed to debate ahead of Massachusetts’ primary while Sen. Ed Markey has not said whether he will join the stage.

A 28-year-old was arrested after a couple reported he swung what looked like a crowbar outside their Beacon Street building; police recovered a hydraulic strut and other items.

A video shows a dozen rats near Moody Street and residents and businesses are pressing Waltham officials to speed up inspections and trash enforcement before outdoor dining season.