Manhole explosions in Boston's Back Bay caused evacuations and the shutdown of Newbury Street. No injuries were reported; investigators believe the cause was electrical.

A standoff in Spencer resulted in injuries to an officer and another person, and the death of the armed suspect after a shootout in a Family Dollar store.

Boston Police reported a burglary in Roxbury at 23 Leyland Street, seeking help to identify a white female suspect in a black jacket. They encourage tips via various confidential channels.

Tim McGraw is bringing his "Pawn Shop Guitar Tour" to Fenway Park on July 30, with special guests The Chicks and Lady A, among others. Tickets go on sale February 6.

Bomb threat leads to Milford Regional Medical Center sweep; suspect John Lee arrested and linked to similar threat at Boston Logan International Airport.

Governor Healey welcomed a Danish delegation to the Massachusetts State House to sign an economic partnership agreement focused on innovation in life sciences and technology.

Three Massachusetts families file a lawsuit over the carbon monoxide poisoning deaths of three women at a Belize resort, alleging negligence and safety failures.

Lynn Police seek help locating Jaylanna Curtin-Green, 17, missing since Jan. 17, 2026, potentially needing medical attention. NCIC# M408719566. Call 911 or 1-800-THE-LOST with info.

Massachusetts AG Campbell secured $17.85 million in settlements with Lannett Company, Inc. and Bausch Health over drug price-fixing allegations. The settlements include internal reforms and ongoing litigation cooperation.

Emergency crews responded to a suspected norovirus outbreak at a Wayland, Massachusetts assisted living facility, resulting in hospitalizations and straining local resources.

Man charged after a knife attack at Steven's Lounge on Onset Avenue, resulting in one injured. Police responded around 12:38 am and arrested Alexx Rezendes later that day.

Kentucky man Ernest Shell, 46, awaits trial for assaulting officers after a standoff in Medway, which he livestreamed. Shell, detained without injury, was evaluated for mental health issues post-arrest.

Worcester Police arrested Michael Harris for firearm and drug trafficking, finding guns, Fentanyl, Meth, and Cocaine in his home after a coordinated multi-agency raid.