Warren Messeck of Agawam is charged with possessing child sexual abuse material. The investigation found over 10,000 CSAM files on his devices. He faces a possible 10-20 years in prison and fines.

A Lawrence woman is charged with passport fraud, identity theft, and misusing a Social Security number, with a court appearance and detention hearing scheduled.

An Emmanuel College admissions director was arrested on charges of attempted sex trafficking of a minor, after allegedly soliciting an underage applicant.

Ex-Massachusetts State Police sergeant Gary Cederquist was convicted in a bribery and extortion conspiracy related to issuing false CDL passing scores.

Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston's CPC approved over $38 million for community projects, focusing on affordable housing, historic preservation, and open space enhancement, financed by the Community Preservation Act.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced a $200,000 grant to support services for LGBTQ+ Bostonians through MOLA's Beyond Pride Grant Program and a specific $50,000 Gender Affirming Identity Document & Emergency Assistance Grant.

Boston's weekend weather forecast predicts a mix of sun and possible storms with a chance of flooding in some regions, while the week ahead might bring showers and a significant weather pattern change.

Boston Police's District A-1 continued their community-building Walk the Beat program in Charlestown, promoting engagement between officers and residents.

Holyoke Police arrested Geruis Rodriguez-Tejada for possession of ammunition and a Class A drug, seizing over 100 rounds of ammunition and other illegal items.

Medford Police are seeking public help in identifying a suspect involved in a series of credit card thefts following a vehicle break-in on Fells Avenue late April.

Massachusetts gas companies have been told by state regulators to reduce spending on gas pipeline repairs and replacements, amid concerns over rising costs and billing practices.

An armed standoff in Newmarket, NH, ended with Mark Allen McLean's arrest for domestic violence assault and other charges after he threatened self-harm and provoked a confrontation with law enforcement.

The widow of Paul N. Coderre Jr. filed a lawsuit against New Bedford and others for wrongful death, after he was shot by police following a "psychotic episode" and being overserved alcohol.