A Massachusetts state investigation has uncovered severe bullying at the East Falmouth Police Academy, leading to staff dismissals and statewide training reviews.

A mother died following a boat fire that left her family stranded on Naushon Island, Massachusetts. Her family was rescued by the Coast Guard, with the cause of the fire under investigation.

Two subcontractors died in a crane collapse at an industrial site in Everett, Massachusetts, with one victim pronounced dead at the scene and the other at the hospital.

A Dorchester man has been held without bail for driving the getaway car in a shooting that paralyzed a woman. He faces assault and illegal firearm charges.

Boston faces weather uncertainty for Halloween week, with the possibility of rain. Current forecasts show mostly sunny conditions with scattered rain during the week and a dry Sunday for the Patriots game.

Boston Police are seeking the public's help to identify a man involved in an assault at a Roxbury Dunkin' Donuts last month, after he threatened an employee when his drink request was denied.

A new DNA initiative aims to solve the 1993 murder of Holly Piirainen, with a Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy event where the public can provide DNA samples to potentially identify the perpetrator.

Holyoke Police arrest Felix Gonzalez for heroin and fentanyl possession, seizing 65 bags during an unrelated investigation.

Boston is preparing for its General Municipal Election on November 4, 2025, seeking poll workers and reminding voters of key dates and voting options.

Governor Healey of Massachusetts calls on President Trump to continue SNAP benefits, as the state faces a potential crisis with over a million residents, including children and the elderly, at risk of losing food aid.

Worcester Police seek community help to find a suspect in a spate of burglaries in Tatnuck Square and have shared images on social media for recognition.

Police officers in South Boston joined the Michael J. Perkins School Fun Run to strengthen community ties, ensuring participant safety and celebrating student achievements.

The Somerset Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate missing 14-year-old K'Dence Bates. She has ties to Providence, RI, and Mattapan, MA. Residents with information are urged to contact the authorities.