Massachusetts' Healey-Driscoll administration is allocating $1.1 million to public safety, focusing on violent crime and human trafficking prevention through partnerships and grants.

Boston Mayor Wu visits Nova Scotia for a goodwill trip to reinforce historical ties and partake in the "Tree for Boston" ceremony, fostering economic collaboration and continuing a century-old tradition.

Boston Police apprehended a suspect for carjacking an Uber driver at Massachusetts and Columbus Aves., after using the driver's smartphone to track the stolen vehicle.

MassDOT updated its Grant Central, introducing new grant programs and an application system to simplify funding access for municipal infrastructure projects across Massachusetts.

Massachusetts held its 4th Annual Emerging Adult Summit focusing on rehabilitating justice-involved young adults, with a positive report on recidivism reduction.

A suspect, Carlos Maldonado, was arrested in Holyoke after striking a police cruiser, fleeing, and crashing his vehicle, leading to the injury of three officers.

Springfield Police are seeking help to find missing 14-year-old Nastaljia Webster, last seen leaving for school, urging public vigilance for her safe return.

MassDOT launches a safety kit campaign to improve roadside visibility, distributing 1,000 kits containing LED flares, vests, and a first aid kit to new drivers at RMV Road Test Locations in response to fatalities involving stopped vehicles.

Morrissey Boulevard may face closures due to high tides and minor coastal flooding from November 4 to 9, says DCR. Operations staff and police will manage traffic.

A construction worker was seriously injured in a hit-and-run on I-95 in Foxborough, MA. State Police gave first aid, and investigation is underway. MassDOT and State Police issued supportive statements.

Spencer Police, with Western Worcester Major Crimes Task Force, arrested Fusheng Huang for attempted fraud; he tried to take $30,000 from a local resident.

The Holliston Police investigates a firearms school break-in where two rifles were stolen; a search with nearby police and K-9 units did not locate the suspects.

Plymouth Police shared event details for Halloween on Main, which will close Main Street for trick-or-treaters on Oct 31, 2025, from 3-5 PM, with parking restrictions starting at 12 PM.