Officials seek info on beheaded birds found near Mother Brook Reservation in Dedham. Dedham Animal Control urges witnesses of the event occurring on December 27-28 to come forward.

Two died after their scalloping vessel capsized off Martha's Vineyard amidst heavy snow and high winds, with preliminary investigations pointing to the weather as the cause.

Massachusetts starts 2026 with new laws on cannabis lounges, boater education, deer hunting, assault penalties on transit workers, and the addition of two commemorative days.

Boston experiences cold weather with bright skies and potential snow, as temperatures hover in the teens and snow flurries are possible over the weekend.

"Wonder," a musical adaptation of R.J. Palacio's novel by the American Repertory Theater, features a pop score by A Great Big World and tackles themes of bullying and acceptance in a middle school setting.

A Massachusetts man was arrested after causing multiple crashes in Portsmouth, with no injuries but property damage reported. He faces various charges and was bailed for a March court date.

A man, Hector Peterson III, was arrested in Ware for brandishing a machete and faces charges including vandalism, assault with a dangerous weapon, and intent to distribute crack-cocaine.

A man and a woman were found dead in their Fairhaven home; drugs and paraphernalia were present, suggesting a potential substance-related incident. Authorities are investigating.

The Lawrence Police Department is seeking public help to find Matthew Nicolosi, who is missing but not considered in danger. Citizens are asked to contact the department with any information.

Mayor Michelle Wu initiated the construction of a community center in Boston's North End, featuring a gym, fitness areas, and pool spaces, with LEED Silver standards and a budget of $50-60 million.

Massachusetts AG Campbell secured a settlement with HHS, ending Trump administration-induced delays in NIH research grants, impacting studies on diseases like Alzheimer's.

Suspect Long Tran arrested in South Boston for a multi-state shoplifting spree, accused of stealing $56,000 in goods.

A New Bedford woman, Nicolassa Ventura Colaj, was killed in a hit-and-run incident after a church service on Acushnet Avenue. Authorities are investigating.