Connecticut real estate agent James Macchio receives a 42-month prison sentence for orchestrating a fraudulent short sale scheme, involving straw buyers and property flipping, and must pay restitution.

A Brockton man was arrested for stabbing a victim on Cambridge Street in Brighton, with non-life-threatening injuries, following an alleged road rage incident.

Boston's weather forecast predicts a wintry mix with sunny skies and strong winds today, light snow accumulations over the weekend, and rain chances increasing by early next week.

Harvard researchers discovered how gliomas connect with brain cells, revealing that targeting neuron-glioma interaction could offer new treatment strategies.

Philippine police suggest that YouTuber Elliot Onil Eastman likely died from gunshot wounds after being kidnapped and shot in Sibuco. His body remains unfound.

A body was found by a hunter in Edgecomb, Maine, leading to an investigation by state police. The man's identity and cause of death are pending an autopsy.

Richard Currie was accused of threatening a family with a shotgun in Londonderry, NH. He was arrested and faces multiple charges, including reckless conduct.

Kitombe, a senior gorilla at Boston's Franklin Park Zoo, will undergo a medical procedure due to serious health issues, including a cough and weight loss.

Santa Claus arrived in Boston Common via Boston MedFlight, greeted by Boston Police, symbolizing holiday joy and community engagement efforts by local law enforcement.

The Massachusetts AG has sued MetroWest Environmental Services for improper asbestos handling during a project in Milford, violating the Clean Air Act.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, with the Office of Black Male Advancement, launched a $500,000 grant program to support nonprofits aiding Black males in Boston.

Gjon Gjegji was sentenced to 13-14 years in prison for child rape charges dating back to 2007, with subsequent probation, in a case handled by the Essex County Superior Court.

Suspected arson in several Massachusetts fires prompts investigations and rewards for leads. Fires across Southbridge, Chelsea, Brockton, and Franklin have led to officials urging building security to prevent unauthorized entry.