Aerial surveys photographed more than 115 endangered North Atlantic right whales south of Massachusetts, including a March 2 flight that logged about 70 animals.

Boston is putting $50 million into phase two of the Bunker Hill redevelopment to unlock a nine‑story, mixed‑income building in Charlestown, officials say.

A former Boston Housing Authority executive secretary pleaded guilty after prosecutors say she falsified more than 100 overtime forms and collected about $72,131. Sentencing is set for July 7, 2026.

Alyssa Partsch pleaded guilty to a reduced manslaughter charge and was sentenced to 15–20 years in prison for the 2023 Boston Common stabbing that killed 21‑year‑old Jazreanna Sheppard.

A sold‑out Greater Boston Chamber briefing told roughly 600 local businesses to prepare for World Cup crowds and logistics this June. Organizers outlined transport, staffing and inventory risks alongside the upside.

TWICE makes its TD Garden debut Apr 3–4 with an in-the-round stage. Dahyun will sit out while she recovers from an ankle fracture.

Two Pence Market will convert the former Bank of Boston at 2 Eliot Street into a cafe, market and community hub with patios and sustainable design features.

Brown’s 43 and Tatum’s triple‑double fueled Boston’s 147‑129 win in Miami, capped by a franchise‑record 53‑point first quarter.

A white van crashed on Fisher Street during an ICE pursuit; the driver and passenger fled on foot and were not taken into custody, Medway police say.

Merrimack Health filed to close the Methuen maternity unit and move birthing care to Lawrence Hospital; the filing starts a 120‑day state review and public hearing process.

NAYA will open a roughly 2,047‑sq‑ft shop at Shoppers World in Framingham this late summer, bringing build‑your‑own bowls, rolls and classic mezze to the plaza.

Rain and patchy fog make for a slow, wet commute in Boston this morning with highs near 41°F. Expect a sharp warm-up Friday into the low 60s.

BPS has issued a 36-page "Protecting All Students" guide that tells staff how to handle federal immigration agents and where families can get legal and emotional support.