Cambridge has launched a Social Housing Task Force to study publicly backed, permanently affordable mixed-income homes — and wrestle with how to pay for and govern them.

Two Worcester officers received four‑star meritorious awards after a Webster Street shooting for providing protection and life‑saving CPR.

Police responded to a reported shooting Monday night at Stuart and Tremont in Boston's Theater District; one person was taken to a hospital and detectives were working the scene.

Dangerous heat builds in Boston this week; NWS warns highs near 99°F and little nighttime relief. Cooling centers and safety tips are available from the city.

Paraguay stunned Germany at Boston Stadium, advancing on penalties after a 1–1 draw. Orlando Gill’s saves and José Canale’s spot‑kick sealed a historic World Cup upset.

The Esplanade’s long‑planned Charlesbank campus is taking shape: a $24M pavilion with a café, year‑round restrooms and community spaces is slated to open by the end of 2026.

The Justice Department sued Massachusetts on Monday, arguing the 2023 "High School Completers" law unlawfully extends in‑state tuition and state aid to some noncitizens.

Beverly police will start alcohol compliance checks in July while marijuana and THC inspections begin immediately. Businesses found in violation could face Licensing Board review.

Jamaica Mi Hungry has closed its downtown Boston restaurant and will focus on catering and its food truck, with scheduled summer stops at Kendall Square, MIT and Boston Common.

A 59-year-old Attleboro woman was indicted Monday in the 1985 Mansfield newborn case; arraignment is scheduled in Fall River Superior Court.

A sinkhole opened on Longwood Avenue Monday morning, closing lanes and forcing detours near the Longwood Medical Area.

About Thyme will bring saj-baked wraps, labneh and specialty drinks to 1 Brattle Square with a 13-seat shop targeting an early‑August opening. The founder aims to build a student‑friendly flagship and then expand.

Phase one of Mildred C. Hailey in Jamaica Plain opened two new buildings at 2 and 6 Lamartine Street, adding 223 apartments, a rebuilt Anna Mae Cole Center and $3.95M for workforce programs.