A Holyoke man charged in the May 6 killing of an Easthampton Uber driver has a criminal history dating to a 2007 homicide indictment and a 2018 robbery plea. Authorities say surveillance and recorded evidence helped identify the suspects.

Harvard will rename its Science Center Zimmer Hall in recognition of a 2018 $100M Zimmer family gift. The donation will fund kosher dining and continued building upgrades.

NOAA forecasts a strong geomagnetic storm this week that could push auroras into as many as 20 U.S. states; clear, dark skies will be key.

A 38-year-old rider died after his motorcycle struck a pickup towing a flatbed on Hartford Avenue near Oak Swamp Reservoir; police say the driver is cooperating and investigators are working the scene.

Late-night gunfire struck multiple homes and cars on Burtt Street in Lowell's Highlands; police say no injuries and detectives are investigating.

Arlington police issued an alert after multiple vehicle break-ins; officials urged locking cars, removing valuables and not leaving keys inside.

Weymouth police seized a loaded 10mm Glock and suspected fentanyl and cocaine during a June 4 West Street raid; three people were arrested and arraigned.

Thousands of dead squid washed ashore in Provincetown on Saturday, lining the high‑tide mark and prompting photos and questions from residents.

A Rockland convenience store sold a $1 million Massachusetts Lottery scratch-off Friday from the $4,000,000 Cash King Doubler game. The winner filed a claim at Lottery offices.

Sunny morning, then scattered afternoon showers and gusty winds. Rain likely tonight; cooler Monday before a warm midweek.

A single-vehicle crash on Gulf Road left one man dead after his pickup struck a tree and the cab caught fire.

Tramonte Queen of Dorchester was convicted Friday in a second federal child‑exploitation case. Sentencing is set for September.

A 52-year-old New Bedford man died after his motorcycle collided with an SUV at South Street East and Hill Street Friday night. State police reconstruction teams are assisting Raynham detectives.