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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A man was wounded in a morning shooting in Roxbury, Boston. Police are investigating the incident and have one person in custody, with the connection to the shooting still unclear.
Cape Cod schools ordered to shelter in place during a standoff with a barricaded suspect near Route 28 and Bearses Way in Hyannis, Massachusetts. No immediate danger was reported.
Patrick S. Kityo, a nurse assistant and health care business owner, was sentenced to two months in prison for underreporting nearly $2 million in income.
A former mail carrier, Rafael De Los Angeles, was sentenced to one day served and six months of supervised release for five counts of mail obstruction.
Community & Society in ...
The ADL condemned antisemitic incidents at Tufts University during a student senate meeting on pro-BDS resolutions; the administration promises accountability.
A 74-year-old woman was seriously injured after being hit by an SUV in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. She was hospitalized, and the 18-year-old male driver is cooperating with the investigation.
Politics & Govt in ...
The Healey-Driscoll Administration in Massachusetts has joined the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable to promote and expand the state's outdoor recreation industry, which is valued at $11.8 billion.
Massachusetts Governor Healey launched a $20 million campaign to end veteran homelessness, aiming for a "functional zero" status with housing and healthcare support.
Two women were seriously injured in a shooting in Worcester, Massachusetts, with their vehicle hit by multiple bullets. No arrests have been made yet.
Biden and Trump won the Massachusetts presidential primaries, possibly setting up a rematch in the general election. Voter dissent was noted, with some casting "no preference" votes.
Joseph Milano was named Grand Marshal in the Chinese New Year Parade, celebrated for community and service, with Boston Police participating and honoring first responders.
Boston Police officers participated in Read Across America by reading "I Am Enough" to children at the Roxbury YMCA, aiming to strengthen community relations.
A Boston man was sentenced to seven years for firearm and drug offenses after a search of his home revealed a gun with an altered serial number and various narcotics.
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