A former loan officer, Brian Socha, is set to plead guilty to bank fraud in a nearly $1 million HELOC scheme, with potential penalties of 30 years in prison and $1 million in fines.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announces a $915,000 grant distribution to 100 local arts and cultural organizations, in partnership with the Mass Cultural Council, promoting cultural equity and the arts.

Boston is experiencing heavy rainfall with possible thunderstorms and fog. Forecasts suggest more showers and thunderstorms with mild temperatures. The weekend may see some improvement with partly sunny skies and warmer weather.

Crane Beach in Ipswich, Massachusetts, enhances safety with new measures after increased shark sightings last year, including a shark detection buoy and improved monitoring.

Boston Police arrested Anthony Echavarria-Ramirez for a June armed robbery in Roxbury; they seek the second suspect.

Holyoke Police Department's crackdown on drugs led to two arrests and the seizure of heroin and crack-cocaine, as part of ongoing efforts to combat overdose deaths and open-air drug markets.

Inman Square traffic will be affected this weekend due to the Portuguese-American Civic League's Holy Spirit Feast, with street closures detailed on the City of Cambridge website.

Desmond Phillip was convicted of first-degree murder and gun-related charges for a 2022 fatal shooting in Pittsfield, receiving a life sentence plus additional time for illegal firearms possession.

Worcester Police are seeking help to find missing 14-year-old Kylee Kelley since July 6. Last seen in a black crop top, short jeans, and Jordans on King Street. Contact Worcester PD at 508-799-8606 with info.

A small fire occurred at the demolition site of the uncompleted Freedom Wind Tunnel near Gillette Stadium, with one minor firefighter injury and no hospital treatment. The fire was contained and is not considered suspicious.

Boston Police Department's "Operation Brain Freeze" initiative involves officers distributing free slushies to connect with the community and promote the MA Civil Service Exam.

AG Campbell leads a coalition opposing the EPA's termination of the Environmental and Climate Justice Block Grant Program, which was intended to aid communities affected by environmental issues.

State Rep. Jim Hawkins introduced a bill to ban law enforcement, including ICE, from covering their faces while on duty in Massachusetts to increase trust and transparency.