A Burncoat senior told the school committee flags helped her come out safely. The board rejected the ban unanimously.

Polling shows Gov. Dan McKee down big to Helena Foulkes days before the Wednesday, Sept. 9, primary, with the collapsed Washington Bridge looming over everything.

Officials were called to the Washington Street wreck. The roadway was closed while personnel investigated the scene.

The Holyoke City Council voted unanimously to hand three surplus parcels to the Redevelopment Authority for $1, clearing the way for Way Finders' plan.

The suspect had two outstanding warrants and was already homeless when police made the arrest.

Calmer Con Boston returns to Weston next Saturday with Jedi training, cosplay and a quiet room to recharge, free for all ages.

Mayor Domenic Sarno says MGM Springfield never delivered the jobs or table games it promised in 2013 — and now wants city approval to sell anyway.

Audience members raise torches to eliminate comics in glADDY8rs, now expanding from Somerville's Rockwell into Boston's North End.

State officials are releasing $31.2 million to open about 2,100 child care seats, but tens of thousands remain on the waitlist.

The Commitment to a Cure Gala honors a soccer team physician, a labor leader and a family that's raised nearly $1 million fighting arthritis.

Victor Suazo Reynoso used a stranger's identity to collect MassHealth and SNAP aid in Boston. He now owes more than $73,000 in restitution.

The October 1 luncheon at the Four Seasons draws nearly 300 guests and funds meals, caregiving help for 13,000 Bostonians a year.

Randy Bouatick allegedly organized Lowell's youth bike takeovers while state police say his phone held disturbing images of children.