A boat on the Merrimack River spun out of control after ejecting its passengers; the Coast Guard secured the boat while jet skiers rescued the individuals. No severe injuries occurred.

A juvenile was injured in a Medford shooting, prompting a police investigation with public assistance requested. The victim's injuries are non-life-threatening and the perpetrators remain unidentified.

A July 4th altercation in Brockton, MA led to six people being shot, with no arrests yet. The incident occurred during a large gathering, and police are seeking information.

A 70-year-old man died during a July 4 celebration in Wareham, MA, using illegal fireworks; investigations are ongoing.

A volunteer found an 1847 anti-slavery document signed by New England Baptist ministers in a Groton, Massachusetts archive, highlighting their stance against slavery before the Civil War.

An explosion during fireworks setup at New Seabury Country Club in Mashpee, Massachusetts, injured two people, with investigations suggesting accidental ignition.

A fire severely damaged a home on Pine Crest Drive in Nantucket, but all family members escaped without harm, thanks to a working fire alarm. Firefighters are investigating the cause.

Dartmouth police arrested Nathan Faria after a domestic violence incident and found illegal firearms and ammo in his truck. He faces multiple charges. Police emphasize the link between domestic violence and illegal weapons possession.

Police arrested a man twice on the same day in Manchester, NH, for domestic assault and then for breaching bail conditions.

Ethan Guo, a 19-year-old Massachusetts teen, was detained by Chilean authorities for veering off his flight plan during an unauthorized flight to Antarctica.

Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts enacted a $60.9 billion budget for FY2026 with measures for fiscal responsibility, vetoing spending like non-union raises and instituting a hiring freeze.

Holyoke police seized drugs and cash during a property check, arresting Miguel Perez for possession and distribution.

A fatal crash on Route 28 in Middleborough caused road closures and a significant emergency response, with state police confirming at least one death.