Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts posted a $380.5M operating loss in 2025, largely tied to soaring drug costs; the insurer is cutting costs and altering coverage.

Boston is replacing its aging 311 platform with Creatio and Cartegraph; parts are already live and the full overhaul is scheduled for mid‑2026.

Topsfield police executed a search warrant at FeiFei L Spa after a months‑long probe; the business has been ordered closed and criminal charges are pending.

Plymouth River Elementary in Hingham was evacuated after part of the roof showed signs of structural stress from heavy snow. Students continued classes at Hingham High while crews clear the roof.

Boston clinicians say colorectal cancer is rising in younger adults and often shows up late. Specialists are expanding screening, trials and research to catch cases sooner.

Sunny Friday and a warm Saturday in Boston; light snow is possible Sunday, then an Arctic blast drives Monday lows to single digits.

Archival images shared by the Cambridge Fire Department show a three‑alarm blaze at 888 Mass Ave, heavy smoke and multiple ladder rescues. The post credits Boston Globe photographer Bob Dean.

A four-alarm blaze damaged an 1800s house on Red Mill Lane in Rye, N.H.; crews battled flames through heavy snow and knocked the fire down by midday.

Eight people were taken to Cape Cod Hospital after carbon monoxide exposure on a boat at MacMillan Pier; two people were found unresponsive and multiple responders were evaluated.

Chef Sarah Wade’s SJ's opened in the Leather District, offering elevated comfort food and cocktails. The bistro is open daily for lunch and dinner.

A Massachusetts State Police sergeant faces misdemeanor and felony assault charges after prosecutors say he used pepper spray and physical force during a January traffic stop in Springfield.

A Manchester woman was arrested Thursday and charged in the death of a newborn found in Pine Island Pond last March.

The state approved a zoning change for 21 Coslin Drive, clearing the way for a proposed Costco in Southborough and moving the project to site plan and permitting.