Two killed in multi-car crash in Watertown, MA, while returning from a funeral; the road was closed for hours as emergency services attended to the scene. Authorities have not yet disclosed the cause or the victims' names.

A Needham house fire claimed one life; two escaped. Firefighters battled the blaze for over seven hours with a multi-department response. The cause is under investigation. State Fire Marshal Davine emphasized fire safety measures.

A man from Texas was extradited to Massachusetts for allegedly scamming a Barnstable resident out of $50,000, facing larceny and receiving stolen property charges.

Two individuals were shot during a fight at a gathering in Cambridge on Christmas Day; their condition is unknown, police are investigating the incident.

Boston experiences a windy Christmas with a high near 40°F, turning frigid at night. The weekend may bring light snow with chilly temperatures continuing.

The Norman Rockwell Museum presents "Jazz Age Illustration," displaying over 150 pieces reflecting American culture from 1919-1942, including works by Aaron Douglas and John Held Jr.

A Boston nonprofit, with a restaurateur's support, hosted a holiday lunch for military members to honor their service and the Miles for Military program.

A former MBTA cleaner has been charged with stealing over $120,000 in network transceivers, with his bail set at $2,000 and a pretrial hearing scheduled for 2025.

Man accused of threatening someone with a gun near a Medway Shaw's led to police response and temporary holding of middle school students. Situation resolved safely.

AG Andrea Joy Campbell won a lawsuit against the Trump Administration, securing Massachusetts' federal homeland security funding previously cut due to immigration policy disputes.

Boston is experiencing a significant increase in flu cases, with flu-related ER visits also on the rise. Children are severely affected, and vaccination rates remain low. Officials urge vaccination as the best defense against the flu.

Manchester police investigate after a 65-year-old woman was killed by a vehicle near the Mall of New Hampshire.

Lonnie Smith-Matthews pleaded guilty to financial frauds including PPP loan deception and stealing a U.S. Treasury tax refund, facing a potential prison sentence and significant fines.