A paraprofessional at Carlton Viveiros Elementary School, Natasha Burgo, is arrested on assault charges involving a child and an intellectually disabled person.

Massachusetts RMV reminds residents to get REAL ID ahead of a TSA fee for non-compliant IDs starting February 1, 2026. Over 65% have complied; appointment and document preparation advised.

Holyoke Police are seeking public help to identify an armed robbery suspect. They provided images and details, including case number IN-26-00586, on social media. The incident involved a knife threat and occurred at a Dwight Street convenience store.

Massachusetts AG Campbell filed an amicus brief supporting Vineyard Wind's lawsuit against a federal suspension order, arguing the project's importance for the state's clean energy goals and economy.

Extreme cold and heavy snowfall are forecast for Boston, with wind chills as low as -11 and a snowstorm expected to bring up to 16 inches of snow along the coast, prompting residents to prepare and take precautions.

Time Out Market in Boston's Fenway will stay open after Samuels & Associates steps in to operate it, preserving local vendors' businesses and the area's food scene.

Webster Police and EMS revived an unconscious man at the Swinging Chicken Saloon, using CPR and an AED before transporting him to UMASS University Hospital.

Massachusetts reports a rise in payroll jobs for the third month, although unemployment also increased slightly to 4.8%. The Healey-Driscoll administration is focusing on workforce development.

Massachusetts introduces the First Peoples First Stewards Children's Library to share Native American authors at DCR sites, highlighting Indigenous histories and stewardship.

Cambridge increases parking fines by $10 to improve parking turnover and fund city initiatives starting February 1, 2026.

Broadway In Boston announces the 2026-27 season lineup, featuring "Operation Mincemeat," "The Phantom of the Opera," and "Maybe Happy Ending," among other shows. Subscriptions are now available.

US mayors form coalition against a surge of federal agents in Minneapolis-St. Paul, arguing it's unconstitutional and back Minnesota's lawsuit seeking to halt their deployment.

Worcester Police arrested a 43-year-old man, Michael Lobo, for car theft on Homestead Avenue. He did not resist and was confirmed by footage to be involved. He faces multiple charges.