The National Weather Service predicts rain and thunderstorms for Boston, with high chances of precipitation and gusty winds. The weekend weather is expected to be mixed, with a possibility of light showers on Sunday.

MBTA announced service suspensions on Green and Orange lines in October for safety upgrades and signal improvements, affecting commuters with shuttle buses as alternatives.

Applegreen has withdrawn from redeveloping 18 Massachusetts service plazas due to contract issues and legal challenges, leading MassDOT to seek a new developer.

Kevin Ruiz faces charges after a home explosion in Dartmouth, linked to fireworks, left one dog dead and caused significant property damage. The incident appears accidental, and Ruiz is known for fireworks displays.

A Boston man and his two dogs were rescued from the Matfield River after their truck crashed through a guardrail in East Bridgewater, Massachusetts, early Wednesday morning.

Manchester Police are searching for Randy Katanga, wanted for a stabbing on Union Street. Officers found the victim wounded on September 23; a warrant for First Degree Assault has been issued for Katanga.

The Boston Police Department requests public assistance to identify suspects involved in a larceny and credit card fraud on September 13, 2025, and ensures tipster anonymity.

Boston Police shot a knife-wielding naked man who broke into 1928 Beacon Hill restaurant, causing non-life-threatening injuries; the neighborhood is shocked.

Massachusetts authorities seized 115 animals from a Plympton home amid cruelty concerns, with the MSPCA removing various animals. The owner disputed the need for the seizure, citing state certifications and health screenings.

MIT engineers developed a magnetic transistor that could lead to smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient electronics, using a magnetic semiconductor material.

Edwin Videz-Trinidad was charged with multiple crimes after attempting to rob the EZ Mart in Chelsea, as the clerk fought him off. He was identified using city surveillance and apprehended without incident.

A large mural was stolen from Dx Arcade in Cambridge, prompting a police investigation. The 20-foot artwork, valued over $5,000, was taken during daylight, possibly as a prank or for resale, which could fetch up to $20,000. Police seek information.

A Worcester couple, Kiersten and Moises Soto, were convicted of sex trafficking charges, facing potential life sentences. They trafficked a relative, employing violence and threats. Sentencing is set for December 2025.