The Healey-Driscoll administration awards $10 million to expand public transit in Massachusetts and New England, benefiting 16 projects across state lines.

Roberts Elementary in Medford closed for cleaning due to a suspected norovirus outbreak, affecting over 130 students. Cases have increased locally and nationally. Officials urge handwashing and staying home if symptomatic.

A Massachusetts woman pled guilty to trafficking stolen body parts from Harvard's morgue, with expected jail time, while her supplier, Cedric Lodge, awaits sentencing.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu highlighted a year with significant improvements in basic city services, including road and sidewalk upgrades, lighting updates, and efforts to reduce rodent problems.

21-year-old man dies in a single-vehicle, fiery crash in South Yarmouth; no other passengers or cars involved.

The OCA report criticizes DCF for systemic failures in the case of A'zella Ortiz, who died after the department ended service despite a history of neglect, and recommends an overhaul in DCF's approach to risk assessment and case management.

Avagadra Lipson of Roslindale faces charges for assault and reckless driving after dragging a police officer with her car in Beacon Hill, resulting in the officer's injury.

Massachusetts breaks ground on 44 affordable homes for veterans in Winchendon, funded by $10.5 million from state offices, part of efforts to end veteran homelessness.

Massachusetts issues a safety alert after its first silicosis case in the stone countertop industry, stressing the need for better workplace protections against silica dust.

Boston's City Council supports measures to prevent drink spiking, urging establishments and patrons to be vigilant and seek immediate help if suspected, while also referencing New York's proposed legislation to provide drink-testing devices in bars.

The Massachusetts unemployment rate dropped to 4.7%, despite a decrease in labor force participation and a loss of payroll jobs, with mixed economic indicators reflecting both challenges and areas of growth.

A 3-year-old child in Sandwich, Massachusetts was fatally struck by a vehicle. The incident is under investigation, and the child's identity has not been released.

Boston experiences extremely cold temperatures and wind chills in the single digits, with a brief warm-up and possible rain mid-week before the cold returns.