A Greenfield man, Nore Anthony Cruz, was arrested for targeting a local business twice and attempting to break into another, according to the Whitman Police Department.

Boston's forecast includes cloudy days with intermittent rain leading into the weekend, with a chance of light showers and gusty winds. Weather may impact weekend plans and the Patriots game.

Margot Douaihy is to launch her new book "Divine Ruin", offering a queer angle to crime fiction, with an event on January 12 in Somerville featuring a conversation with author Ana Reyes.

Webster man with 96 prior charges was arrested for fentanyl trafficking after a vehicle stop for a violation; he was found with drugs and driving on a suspended license.

A 14-year-old boy sustained a severe head injury after his moped collided with a car in Brookline, with early reports suggesting he ran a red light. He was not wearing a helmet and is being treated at Children's Hospital.

Over 150 animals were rescued from a property in Hadley, MA due to poor conditions including lack of food, water, and shelter, the MSPCA-Angell and local police reported.

The Boston Licensing Board found no violations by ICON nightclub related to the alcohol license after the death of a patron, requiring them to submit an emergency management plan.

Massachusetts awards $3.6 million to colleges for inclusive education programs for students with disabilities, supporting their integration into academic and campus life.

Law enforcement arrested Juan Ortiz for a December shooting at Iced Out Pub, finding him in a Rockland closet wearing Cheetos pajamas. He faces multiple charges relating to the crime.

Bruno Mars is returning to headline touring with "The Romantic Tour," starting on April 10 in Las Vegas, and will perform at Gillette Stadium on September 5.

Massachusetts awards $3.2 million in grants to schools for student mental health support, with professional development and comprehensive frameworks being key components.

Clauvens Janvier pleaded guilty to a series of assaults in Waltham in 2020, including using a machete and a firearm, and was sentenced to 14 years in prison.

A South Boston man has been arrested for a fatal stabbing in Cambridge, with charges of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. The incident is under investigation.