Methuen Police closed a massage parlor and charged its manager with human trafficking offenses following a detailed investigation and residents' complaints.

UMass-Amherst students presented AI projects to Governor Healey, aimed at improving state government services, with tools including chatbots and navigation aids.

Boston's weather will shift from summer to fall with warm days, cooler nights, and a mix of clouds and sunshine, while Hurricane Humberto brings high surf but stays offshore.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey opens a new live-fire training facility for firefighters, featuring a 5,400-square foot burn building with 11 interior burn rooms, at the Department of Fire Services' Bridgewater campus.

The B.A.A. has increased the Boston Marathon qualification standards, leaving some runners who met previous times ineligible. Only 24,362 out of 33,249 applicants have been accepted so far for the 2026 race.

Sauchuk Farm in Massachusetts features a seven-acre Lexington Minuteman-themed corn maze for the state's 250th anniversary, offering a variety of family activities and agri-entertainment.

The Rutland MA Police announced the charging of Ramon Rosario for vehicle break-ins and related crimes after interagency cooperation including fingerprint analysis and surveillance footage.

Road rage in Saugus, MA led to a man being shot in the leg and another arrested near an ice cream shop. The victim is expected to survive; the shooter faces firearms charges.

Boston Police delivered school supplies to students, promoting community spirit through back-to-school initiatives.

MBTA announced service suspensions on Green and Orange lines in October for safety upgrades and signal improvements, affecting commuters with shuttle buses as alternatives.

Kevin Ruiz faces charges after a home explosion in Dartmouth, linked to fireworks, left one dog dead and caused significant property damage. The incident appears accidental, and Ruiz is known for fireworks displays.

A Worcester couple, Kiersten and Moises Soto, were convicted of sex trafficking charges, facing potential life sentences. They trafficked a relative, employing violence and threats. Sentencing is set for December 2025.

A Woburn man, Nnamdi Opara, is charged with bank fraud and money laundering involving stolen tax refund checks.