A water main break in Boston's North End has caused flooding and cut off water for residents. The Boston Water and Sewer Commission is working on repairs, with no timeline for service restoration yet provided.

Boston Police Department's B-3 Unit met with clergy in Mattapan to discuss joint initiatives under the Faith & Blue program, aimed at strengthening police-community ties.

Newton's schools stayed closed due to a continuing teachers' strike, with unresolved contract negotiations between educators and the school committee.

The Archdiocese of Boston has lowered the age for Catholic confirmation from 10th to 8th grade to combat youth exodus and improve the engagement of teenagers with their faith.

Massachusetts General Hospital faces a bed shortage, leading to a "Capacity Disaster" status and patients boarding in corridors. Efforts to increase capacity and expedite discharges are underway.

The Faneuil Branch of the Boston Public Library reopens on January 25th after a $14 million renovation, with modern upgrades and expanded space. Mayor Wu invites the community to a ribbon-cutting event.

Research shows that Boston's METCO program leads to higher standardized test scores, college enrollment, graduation rates, SAT-taking frequency, and income for participants, with noted areas for improvement in AP classes and higher-end SAT scores.

The Pembroke School Committee voted unanimously against a proposal to ban political and social symbols, including Pride flags, from classrooms after significant community debate.

The Boston Police Department hosted an MLK Day Brunch & Bowl event in Dorchester to honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and foster community relations.

Active-duty US Air Force officer Madison Marsh, who is also a Harvard graduate student, has won the Miss America 2024 title, a first for a military member.

Boston Police officers from the B-3 Community Service team shoveled snow for an elderly resident, strengthening community bonds and highlighting their commitment to public service beyond their typical duties.

Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse offers a Teddy Bear Brunch on January 21 with food and activities for kids and adults, celebrity story readings, and a souvenir teddy bear.

The Boston Police Department paid tribute to Martin Luther King Jr., highlighting efforts to foster community unity and improve inclusivity, aligned with King's vision of justice and equality.