Boston experiences its coldest winter in two decades, with the average temperature at 29.3 degrees. Forecasts indicate brief warming, followed by more cold and snow.

Cambridge offers a Food Business Basics program for local food entrepreneurs, in collaboration with Prepshift, covering topics like marketing and provides a free ServSafe exam. Applications are open until February 20, 2026.

A high-speed chase in Chicopee ended with the arrest of three individuals and the recovery of a gun with an altered serial number. The chase involved a stolen car, ended in a crash, and led to various charges for the suspects.

Brookline Police seek public help to identify fraud and larceny suspects who stole a package containing credit cards and made unauthorized bank withdrawals.

A standoff in Spencer resulted in injuries to an officer and another person, and the death of the armed suspect after a shootout in a Family Dollar store.

Boston Police reported a burglary in Roxbury at 23 Leyland Street, seeking help to identify a white female suspect in a black jacket. They encourage tips via various confidential channels.

Lynn Police seek help locating Jaylanna Curtin-Green, 17, missing since Jan. 17, 2026, potentially needing medical attention. NCIC# M408719566. Call 911 or 1-800-THE-LOST with info.

Kentucky man Ernest Shell, 46, awaits trial for assaulting officers after a standoff in Medway, which he livestreamed. Shell, detained without injury, was evaluated for mental health issues post-arrest.

Boston is forecasted to experience a significant temperature drop this weekend after enjoying low 30s midweek, with possible snow and subzero temperatures ahead, according to the National Weather Service and NBC Boston reports.

AG Andrea Campbell released Massachusetts' annual report on Open Meeting Law compliance, detailing 395 OML complaints and educational efforts in 2025.

A homeowner's use of a blowtorch to remove ice led to a house fire in Milton, causing significant damage but no injuries. Firefighters contended with icy conditions to control the blaze. Officials warn against such risky DIY ice removal methods.

Farm-Pass, a program by the Healey-Driscoll Administration, aids Massachusetts family farms in transfer planning to secure their agricultural futures.

A fire in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood displaced five and presented challenges for firefighters due to cold and snow. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.