A fire at a hobby shop in Onset, MA, likely caused by lithium-ion batteries, resulted in significant damage and toxic smoke, with one firefighter being treated and released. Officials emphasize battery safety and proper disposal.

The Boston Police Department adhered to the Boston Trust Act by denying all 15 ICE detainer requests in 2024, emphasizing community trust over federal immigration enforcement.

Man found dead in a frozen Sudbury brook was the subject of a police search. No signs of trauma were apparent, and an autopsy is pending to determine the cause of death.

A data breach at PowerSchool has affected school districts in Massachusetts, potentially exposing sensitive information such as names, addresses, and Social Security Numbers.

Sydney Dolan, an MIT doctoral student, is developing a model to prevent catastrophic satellite collisions in space amid increasing concerns about orbital debris.

The Plymouth Police Department announced the extradition of Antonio Taylor from Tennessee to face multiple larceny charges related to a 2023 incident. He will be arraigned in Plymouth District Court.

Massachusetts has secured $102 million in federal funds for transportation upgrades, impacting multiple communities and projects like the McGrath Boulevard Project and EV charging infrastructure deployment.

A Lowell man is held on $1M bail for the alleged sexual assault of a young girl. He faces multiple charges including aggravated rape and indecent assault. The case is headed for a pre-trial hearing.

A suspect was arrested by Worcester Police for defacing local landmarks, with video surveillance aiding in the quick identification and response of officers.

Massachusetts and New Hampshire experience wind advisories as a large storm lingers off Newfoundland. Boston may see snow showers with minimal accumulation and gusty winds today, calming slightly over the weekend.

O'Neal Hall was arrested in Dorchester on firearms and drug charges after a traffic stop over a vehicle violation.

Massachusetts police arrested two men, seizing large quantities of drugs in East Boston, following observations of suspicious behavior leading to a vehicle search.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signs two laws aimed at reducing healthcare costs and increasing industry transparency, including caps on copayments for essential drugs at $25.