The former owner of Sandy's restaurant in Plymouth was sentenced for tax evasion and undeclared employment taxes, amounting to over $250,000 in federal losses.

Estarlin Ortiz-Alcantara, 37, from Providence, pled guilty in a Boston court to leading a fentanyl distribution operation in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

The Massachusetts House passed a bill mandating paid time off for workers to vote, expanding an older statute to all employers, despite concerns from business groups.

Matthew Galletta, 55, was fatally struck by a pickup truck on I-95 in Augusta, Maine; authorities are investigating why he was standing in the traffic lane.

UMass Amherst study links household chemical exposure to lower pregnancy chances, with phthalates in items like makeup and vinyl flooring prolonging time to conceive.

Mayor Michelle Wu of Boston is advancing a green transportation agenda aimed at enhancing sustainability, safety, and accessibility, including the promotion of transit, walking, and biking over car use.

An older adult died in a Raynham fire, with officials highlighting the absence of working smoke alarms at the scene. Investigations point to an accidental origin, emphasizing the need for fire safety.

Gov. Maura Healey and Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll endorse Rep. Dylan Fernandes for a Massachusetts state Senate seat. Fernandes aims to replace Sen. Susan Moran, focusing on housing, jobs, and infrastructure.

Former Rhode Island priest James W. Jackson was sentenced to six years in prison for receiving child pornography, with over 12,000 images and 1,300 videos found.

An 18-year-old man was arrested in Hyannis, MA, for trafficking over 18 grams of cocaine and, following an investigation, was caught with 40 grams of crack cocaine and other substances.

A 15-year-old boy was arrested in East Boston for illegal firearm and ammunition possession after police found a gun with a large capacity magazine in his home.

Brian Walshe has been assigned a court-appointed lawyer after being declared indigent, following the withdrawal of his previous attorney. He faces charges in the murder of his wife Ana Walshe.

Massachusetts launches a $100,000 grant program managed by MOOR to promote inclusive outdoor activities for underserved communities, aiming to improve equity and boost the economy.