Kevin Denis, who was jailed for a 1994 murder in Dorchester, has been granted parole, reflecting new sentencing perspectives by the Massachusetts Parole Board.

Investigators are using genetic genealogy to identify a young girl's skull found in Seabrook, New Hampshire in 1994, believed to be of Greek heritage from the island of Chios.

Boston residents can vote on how to allocate $2.2 million in public funds through the "Ideas in Action" participatory budgeting initiative until February 15, 2026.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has announced her bid for reelection, focusing on lower costs and opposition to Trump-era policies. She faces potential Republican challengers in the upcoming election.

Boston Police seek public help to identify a suspect in a Dorchester assault and larceny involving a weapon at a Stop & Shop. The suspect is a dark-skinned male in his mid-40s to 50s.

A single-vehicle crash in Falmouth, MA, led to a fiery wreck and a driver seriously injured, saved by local resident David Panora. The cause is under investigation.

Worcester Police are seeking help in finding missing 14-year-old Dakya Sequeira, last seen January 13, 2026. The public is urged to report any information.

The Boston Police Department seeks public help to locate their Most Wanted and assure tipsters' anonymity through various anonymous reporting methods.

Governor Maura Healey has implemented safeguards to protect Massachusetts federal workers from evictions and foreclosures during government shutdowns.

Worcester Police report a fatal stabbing on Main Street; Tailor Albert Quinonez is charged. The department seeks public assistance in the investigation.

A man from Roxbury was convicted for a fraudulent scheme involving providing answers during commercial driving exams. He faces up to 15 years in prison.

An adult male died in a vehicle fire after a crash on Summer Street, Medway. Bystanders extracted the driver before he was declared dead at a medical center. State Police CARS is investigating the incident.

Special train services are announced by MBTA and Keolis to shuttle fans to and from the Patriots game at Gillette Stadium, with options from Boston and Providence.