Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announces Juneteenth events to celebrate Black freedom and resilience. Events include a flag-raising ceremony, a gospel concert, and a community celebration in Franklin Park.

All 55 U.S. attorneys general agree to a $7.4 billion opioid settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, with funds aimed at treatment and recovery efforts.

Bog Iron Brewing in Norton, Massachusetts, introduces rules requiring children to stay seated with parents due to disruptive behavior including throwing rocks.

Southborough police seek public help regarding a hit-and-run that injured a worker. A gray Nissan Murano was involved in the incident on Pine Hill Road.

Boston Mayor Wu updates on city's youth mental health initiatives, highlighting the training of 318 clinicians and direct support for over 2,000 youths.

Jose Sanchez pleaded not guilty to murder, was held without bail, and was extradited from the Dominican Republic to face charges for a 2022 killing in Lawrence.

"Operation Spring Cleaning" led to the arrest of 117 fugitives by the U.S. Marshals across nine Massachusetts cities, targeting violent offenders and seizing firearms and narcotics.

A federal judge blocked the Trump Administration's attempt to cut NIH funding for research, a victory for AG Campbell and a coalition of states, ensuring the continuation of grants, primarily focused on DEI and public health issues.

Boston is anticipating near-90-degree heat this week, starting with potential showers and leading up to possible thunderstorms as temperatures exceed seasonal norms.

Boston Police officers from District D-14 provided transportation for Boston Green Academy students to Franklin Park Zoo, strengthening community relations.

A man in Duxbury was charged with assault after threatening a woman with a replica gun at a beach parking lot. Police detained him without issue and found the weapon to be a BB gun resembling a Glock.

Taunton Police Department is probing a Sunday night shooting on East Britannia Street, where a 27-year-old man sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is now stable. No suspects yet; community urged to aid the ongoing investigation.

OUTLOUD Music Festival, celebrating LGBTQ+ unity, makes its East Coast debut in Boston on June 21 with a lineup featuring artists like Kim Petras and Trixie Mattel.