The Museum of Illusions is set to open in Boston, bringing interactive, educational attractions and over 60 illusions ideal for social media to the historical Faneuil Hall area.

Lowell High School's cellphone ban is criticized after a false alarm lockdown highlighted issues with students being unable to contact parents. No threat was found, but parents and students are calling for policy reevaluation.

A Boston man, King Belin, was convicted by a federal jury for illegal firearm possession as a felon, facing a potential 10-year sentence and $250,000 fine.

A shot was fired near Square One Mall in Saugus, causing no injuries. Police are seeking suspects, having released a wrongly detained individual. The investigation continues.

Massachusetts introduces its first environmental justice framework focusing on equity and public participation, with a commitment to revising the strategy every three years.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has announced a $4.7 million initiative to train 1,000 residents for careers in the life sciences by 2025, aiming to diversify the local industry.

A California man got a two-year sentence for smuggling and selling a misbranded drug as a cognitive enhancer from China to the US, and must forfeit over $1.8 million.

The Falconer Taproom & Kitchen in Beverly has closed due to an expiring lease and financial losses, with staff being absorbed by Riverwalk Brewing Co.

MIT researchers have developed a test to predict how heart attack patients will respond to ventricular assist devices, potentially preventing cardiac imbalance complications.

MBTA commuters faced delays due to power outages affecting the Blue, Green, and Orange lines, leading to travel disruptions and service advisories during the morning rush hour.

A woman was fatally stabbed in Worcester on Valentine's Day, and a man has been arrested. The police are investigating the domestic incident and calling for tips.

MBTA Transit Police seek public help to find a suspect who threw a lit cigarette at someone’s face and brandished a knife at South Station on Valentine's Day.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has established an AI Task Force aimed at positioning the state as a leader in the AI industry, with potential investments totaling $125 million for AI initiatives and partnerships.