Veteran point guard Mike Conley is reportedly joining the Boston Celtics on a one‑year deal, adding playmaking and leadership as he chases his 20th NBA season.

Salem replaced CodeRED with Regroup this week; contact details were migrated and officials urged residents to confirm their subscriptions.

An alleged armed suspect stopped in the median of I‑495 in Lowell on Tuesday, forcing state police to close the highway in both directions. Drivers were diverted at nearby exits and officials urged motorists to use Mass511 for updates.

Divers recovered a body from Long Pond after crews searched for a missing jet skier; police say the investigation is ongoing.

NWS warned of quarter‑size hail and 60 mph gusts across parts of western Massachusetts; officials urged shelter and to monitor local updates.

Mayor Brian DePeña warned Lawrence residents Tuesday to plan for possible MeVa bus disruptions Wednesday after a union vote and an expired contract. Riders should check official updates and line up alternatives.

Cambridge is weighing whether to expand universal preschool to 3‑year‑olds and whether wealthier families should pay more to cover the cost. Officials are studying sliding‑scale options.

A benches-clearing brawl at Fenway ended with Willson Contreras and three others ejected after a helmet toss struck a Nationals player.

A Revere man released from prison weeks ago was arrested after federal agents say they found at least eight guns and more than 100 rounds in his home.

A teacher at the James F. Condon School in South Boston was placed on leave after a reported classroom restraint; Boston Public Schools says it is investigating. The case follows prior scrutiny of restraints at the school and state rules that strictly limit their use.

A person was taken into custody after a reported shooting near Harbor Beach in Mattapoisett that led to a short pursuit into Marion; police say there is no ongoing threat.

Chief Glenn Cronin was honored on Tuesday after 32 years with the Malden Police Department. Video and photos show the surprise farewell and the handoff to Captain Marc Gatcomb.

An Extreme Heat Warning runs 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 1 through 8 p.m. Saturday, July 4. Expect upper-90s highs, heat indexes above 100 and cooling centers across the city.