Boston Police warn of increased law enforcement impostor scams demanding immediate payments to resolve false arrest warrants, urging public caution and reporting.

A mother and son were killed in Fall River, and the suspect with whom the mother had a relationship was charged with assault and battery. An investigation is ongoing.

A Maynard man was arrested for assault to murder and other charges after a standoff involving firearm threats and physical assault against an elderly resident.

Boston faces extreme cold and coastal flooding; wind chills may hit -13 degrees, with flooding advisories for shorelines and waterways. Roads may be impassable, and residents are advised to prepare.

Webster and Dudley Police Departments collaborated to search for a missing woman who was found immobile on a trail, using drones and ground efforts, before rescuing her in cold temperatures.

Farm-Pass, a program by the Healey-Driscoll Administration, aids Massachusetts family farms in transfer planning to secure their agricultural futures.

The U.S. Coast Guard searched for the missing FV Lily Jean after its distress signal was activated. One unresponsive body and debris were found, but the fate of the other five crew members is unknown.

A ski lift at Dartmouth Skiway malfunctioned, stranding 59 people. Emergency crews rescued everyone within 90 minutes before nightfall; one person was injured.

Cambridge authorities warn of email scams targeting individuals dealing with the City, particularly over zoning permits, with no reported data breach or financial loss yet.

A fire in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood displaced five and presented challenges for firefighters due to cold and snow. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

John Lengyel was arrested by Fall River Police for a January 11 break-in at Fiesta Mexican Restaurant after being identified from surveillance footage.

Boston's Licensing Board approved five establishments to upgrade their licenses to serve all alcoholic beverages, marking an economic growth effort under new legislation.

Jahmir Appoletio was arrested for his involvement in Springfield shootings last year, facing multiple charges including firearm possession and property destruction.