Rain and rising humidity expected in Boston with isolated showers and mild temperatures. Weekend forecast includes thunderstorms on Saturday and a sunny Sunday. Cool, breezy conditions to persist into next week with more rain expected later on.

The MBTA Commuter Rail started testing trains running on renewable diesel, specifically Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil, aiming to reduce emissions and achieve Massachusetts' net-zero goal by 2050.

Massachusetts Governor Healey nominates Judge Asha White and Attorney Amy Karangekis for Superior Court Associate Justices, praising their dedication to justice.

Following a bomb threat call, Worcester's North High School was put on hold while police conducted a sweep; no bomb was found, and normal activities resumed by 10 a.m.

Boston maintained its AAA bond rating for the 12th year, praised for its resilient economy and stable finances by S&P Global Ratings and Moody's Investor Service.

Tewksbury Police Department arrested two men, Joseph Paoletta and Ra King Santiago, on drug distribution charges after observing a suspected transaction.

Two individuals were harmed in a crash involving a 77-year-old woman's car in a Massachusetts supermarket parking lot; the incident is under investigation.

Governor Maura Healey has implemented a hiring freeze in the Executive Branch to conserve funds amid financial uncertainty and potential federal funding cuts.

Officials in Massachusetts are informing residents about their rights and resources in response to the Trump Administration's reinstatement of garnishment for defaulted student loans.

Via Lago Cafe & Catering in Lexington is closing after 37 years. Owner Alan Jick announced the end of May closure due to an expiring lease in a Facebook post.

Boston Police joined the JFK Elementary School's Rite of Passage ceremony, marking students' achievements and transitions, highlighting community and police engagement.

Boston's transportation department is creating a digital map for curb regulation management, enabled by SMART Grant funding, combining AI with real-time data to optimize curb usage and improve parking efficiency.

Italo Dumont was arrested by Barnstable Police for cocaine trafficking, with over 85 grams on him and more than a kilo at his home. The arrest follows a multi-agency investigation.