Massachusetts invests $13M into its state university system to improve degree completion, providing support services and addressing financial barriers to help students graduate.

A woman died in a house fire in Easton, MA; initially called for a medical issue, firefighters faced a surprise blaze that took two hours to control. The cause is under investigation.

Webster man with 96 prior charges was arrested for fentanyl trafficking after a vehicle stop for a violation; he was found with drugs and driving on a suspended license.

Massachusetts awards $3.6 million to colleges for inclusive education programs for students with disabilities, supporting their integration into academic and campus life.

Clauvens Janvier pleaded guilty to a series of assaults in Waltham in 2020, including using a machete and a firearm, and was sentenced to 14 years in prison.

Karen Read's Lexus SUV, involved in the death of John O'Keefe, will be auctioned on January 30th, requiring bidders to show ID and $20,000 proof of funds. The vehicle was part of Read's trial where she was acquitted of murder but found guilty of DUI.

A water main break in Boston's Back Bay caused street flooding and traffic delays, with clean-up efforts affecting the morning commute. The cause is under investigation, with a utility company mentioned as having worked in the area.

An on-duty Uxbridge police officer died in a crash while assisting another driver on Route 146. The officer's identity is withheld pending family notification.

The US Court of Appeals upheld a ruling preventing Trump Administration cuts to NIH research funds, with Massachusetts AG Campbell pledging to defend residents' health.

Massachusetts is considering a bill to limit driving mileage to reduce emissions, despite concerns about its impact on rural residents and inconsistencies with lawmakers' own travel stipends.

The Springfield Police FIU seized five illegal firearms during a search that led to multiple arrests and drug recovery, following a high recovery rate in 2025.

Boston's weather forecast includes a shift from cloudy and rainy conditions to sunnier skies midweek, with a warming trend that suggests a "January thaw." Rain is likely again towards the weekend.

Barry Howze has been indicted for allegedly raping another patient at Boston Medical Center's ER and faces additional charges, including witness intimidation.