Boston's weather clears after storms, bringing lower humidity and comfortable temperatures, with a warm and sunny weekend ahead. A potential increase in humidity and temperatures expected Sunday.

A Worcester home health company and its administrator pleaded guilty to defrauding MassHealth of $1.6 million, with a suspended prison sentence and ordered restitution.

A man with a baseball bat caused a disturbance at Rose Morin Apartments in Falmouth, was confronted by police, and was arrested after an altercation and assault.

An arrest was made in Holyoke for a car fire set intentionally, with arson dog K9 George detecting accelerants and video footage leading to Jorge Ramos's arrest.

Massachusetts' Healey-Driscoll Administration invests $2.9 million for ecological restoration, focusing on improving resilience to climate change, upgrading culverts, and restoring habitats.

MIT launched the Initiative for New Manufacturing to innovate and strengthen the U.S. manufacturing sector with industry partners like Amgen, Autodesk, and GE Vernova, focusing on technology, workforce training, and research collaboration.

Boston Police and Red Sox mascot visited West Roxbury YMCA for community outreach, engaging kids with safety education, photo ops, and distribution of coloring books and swim caps.

Swansea Police arrested suspect Napoleon Mond after a violent domestic dispute; he was charged with multiple felonies, including weapon and assault charges.

Two men conducted a heist at a Boston jewelry store using fake cash to buy $160,000 in jewelry, including Rolex watches. One man, Devin Johnson, has been arrested and arraigned on larceny charges.

A woman with a reported gunshot wound was investigated by Carver Police, prompting a search with multiple agencies after an incident at Sampson Pond. The shooting is believed to be targeted, with no public threat.

Massachusetts health officials warn of a rare bacterial threat, Vibrio vulnificus, in coastal waters, advising precautions, especially for vulnerable groups.

A Lynn gang member, Claudio Melo, pleaded guilty to armed robberies targeting drug dealers, facing up to 20 years under the Hobbs Act for federal offenses.

Two arrested after a man pointed a gun at police in Springfield; facing multiple charges including assault and firearms violations; a high-capacity magazine and stolen gun were seized.