MIT engineers have developed a nano-filtration system to increase aluminum recycling and reduce environmental impact. The technology captures over 99% of aluminum ions, promising a sustainable solution for the industry's waste management challenges.

A Roxbury man pleaded guilty to his role in a drug conspiracy and awaits sentencing on April 10, 2025, facing up to 20 years of imprisonment and a $1 million fine.

U.S. Attorney Joshua S. Levy announces his departure effective January 17, 2025, after prosecuting high-stakes cases and recovering substantial funds.

Chukwunonso Obiora was sentenced to 11 years in prison for money laundering and passport fraud conspiracies, including $3.3M in restitution and forfeiture.

A Lynn man pleaded guilty to intending to distribute fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine in Boston federal court. His accomplice was sentenced in 2023, following their arrests from a suspected drug front. Sentencing is set for April 2025.

Thomas Robinson was arrested in Quincy for a Mattapan shooting, facing charges including firearm possession and assault. The victim from the December incident survived. The arrest involved collaboration between Boston, state, and Quincy police.

The Boston Police Department has alerted the public to a scam where individuals impersonate BPD detectives, falsely accusing people of crimes and demanding money.

Boston braces for severe cold with wind chill in the single digits and possible light snow, while NBC Boston warns of potential power outages due to strong winds.

A man in Grove Hall, Boston, was arrested for firearm and drug charges following a police operation responding to local drug activity and illicit cigarette sales complaints.

A Worcester man was arrested in connection with the death of another man found in Hubbardston, facing multiple charges including armed assault with intent to kill.

Massachusetts business owner Kenneth Marston was sentenced to prison for a tax fraud scheme involving failure to pay over $1 million in employment taxes.

A suspect was arrested for defacing a police memorial in Fall River, and subsequent investigations revealed the individual has mental health challenges.

The Boston Police Department held a recruitment event at Quincy Market to attract new officers and explain the Civil Service Exam process. The initiative focuses on community policing and diversity in the force.