The Massachusetts DPU ordered income‑based tiers for energy discounts and opened a probe into delivery charges as lawmakers and advocates warn of higher bills. Regulators say the moves aim to curb volatility while balancing climate goals.

Montreal’s Soup Zen Hot Pot is opening its first U.S. location at Burlington Mall this fall, offering chef-prepared hot pot with fixed-price and pay-by-weight options. Town filings show plans have been approved and a tentative October 2026 opening is targeted.

Fenway Park's concessions lineup now includes a Lobstah Poutine, a Kobe surf-and-turf hot dog and several new over-the-top sandwiches and hot dogs for 2026.

Stephon Gilmore announced his retirement after 13 NFL seasons, ending a career that included a Super Bowl ring and the 2019 Defensive Player of the Year award.

A judge ordered a buccal DNA swab for Kevin Kangethe as prosecutors press evidence in the fatal stabbing of nurse Margaret Mbitu, whose body was found at Logan.

After a 1-5 road trip the Red Sox open at Fenway Friday; Sonny Gray starts and the club will honor the 1986 team before the game. Fans should watch Gray's innings and the lineup's bounceback.

At a Worcester Chamber forum, panelists warned that a proposed statewide rent‑control question could shrink property values and strain municipal budgets.

A Mattapan psychiatrist got eight months in federal prison after pleading guilty to smuggling more than 100 endangered‑animal parts, prosecutors say. He was fined $75,000 and agreed to forfeit the collection.

Aatma’s pop-up inside Widowmaker Brewing has packed Brighton’s taproom with spicy mashups and standing-room-only nights. The Aatma burger and General Rao’s chicken are selling fast.

Fog and light drizzle slow the morning commute before inland highs near 62°F. Small Craft Advisories arrive this afternoon; rain and gusty winds likely Sunday.

McLean Hospital's HabitWorks helped users shift negative thinking and improved daily functioning in a 340-person nationwide trial, and the team plans a wider release after more study.

Anime Boston turns the Hynes into a three-day hub of concerts, premiere screenings and cosplay this weekend.

Middlesex prosecutors say a Boston‑area lawyer allegedly stole more than $600,000 from clients. An arraignment was scheduled in Malden District Court as charges were announced.