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Crime & Emergencies in ...
An ex-flight attendant received 18.5 years for child exploitation and possession of child pornography, having misused his role to secretly record minors.
A truck hit multiple vehicles and a house in Lynn, damaging the building and a gas line. Residents evacuated safely; driver's condition unknown; they fled the scene.
Police responded to a potential social media threat in Worcester, resulting in a standoff and evacuation, which ended as a false alarm with no arrests or injuries.
Wareham Police reported the arrest of three men tied to a series of car thefts and break-ins after a collaborative investigation with nearby police departments.
Boston Police seek help finding missing 17-year-old Herra Louis; last seen June 20 in Hyde Park. She may have dyed her hair red. Tips can go to 911 or District E-18 detectives.
Politics & Govt in ...
Governor Maura Healey nominates Hector Zumbado, Lauren Greene, and William Powers as Associate Justices for Massachusetts' District Court, pending Governor’s Council confirmation.
Lia Valdez joins Boston Tax Help Coalition as the new Relationship Manager, aiming to improve community program awareness and support volunteer efforts.
Weather & Environment in ...
Boston is facing a heatwave with temperatures starting at 84 degrees and humidity rising. The weekend promises some relief with lower temperatures and chances of rain.
A survivor of the Gabriel House fire in Massachusetts sues for poor maintenance and lack of emergency procedures after being trapped and injured during the blaze.
Gov. Healey earmarks $5.7M to aid public safety staffing in Massachusetts, speeding up fund distribution for 10 large communities to address emergency service shortages.
Muhammad Sheikh was arrested for armed robbery at King Smoke Shop in Dartmouth after brandishing a knife and stealing a cash register. He was later detained by Providence Police.
A teen was found not breathing after being retrieved by divers from Learned Pond in Framingham with no lifeguards on duty; his condition after transport to the hospital was unknown.
Boston's weather forecast promises sunshine and warm temperatures heading into the workweek, with highs in the upper 70s to mid-80s, and the possibility of thunderstorms towards the weekend.
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