A Mashpee man, Robert Scott Murray, was sentenced to 10 months in prison for stock market manipulation involving Getty Images, ordered to forfeit $227,543, and serve two years of supervised release.

Boston Police are searching for Nehemias Montes, 47, of Worcester, for his alleged involvement in an armed robbery on Boylston Street. The public is urged to contact 911 or detectives with information.

The Boston Police Department issued an alert on the dangers of spiked drinks during Halloween, urging the public to remain vigilant and practice safety measures like using a buddy system and monitoring drinks.

A Texas man pleaded guilty to oxycodone distribution and structuring cash transactions to avoid detection, with sentencings for involved parties set for 2025.

MassDOT received $36.8 million from the Federal Railroad Administration to improve Springfield Union Station, advancing the West-East Rail project and supporting better rail connectivity in Massachusetts.

A California company is charged with selling misbranded N95 masks during the pandemic, with management agreeing to plea guilty. The scheme involved defrauding health care providers, including a hospital.

Massachusetts battles multiple brush fires, with helicopters assisting firefighting efforts and residents urged to be cautious due to dry conditions exacerbating the risk of fires.

An Indian man pleaded guilty to lewd behavior on a flight, receiving two years' probation and a $5,000 fine. He must delete photos taken of a female passenger and avoid contact with her.

Emergency crews successfully rescued a child trapped chest-deep in a sandy pit on Harwich's Brooks Road Beach, using protective equipment to prevent further collapse. The child was unharmed.

A Worcester man was arrested for attempting to snatch a purse from an older woman on Main St, after being chased off by bystanders and caught by police.

Mayor Michelle Wu started Supplier Diversity Week in Boston, aiming to boost diverse businesses in city contracts and signed a partnership with Cambridge to expand this initiative.

Variable Boston weather expected, with a mix of sun, fog, and possible showers. Concerns over air quality and fire risks arise due to trapped wildfire smoke and forecasted winds. Highs may reach the low 80s, with a temperature drop by the weekend.

A Cambridge building faced a dumpster fire, extending into its rubbish chute and prompting a significant emergency response. No injuries were reported, and residents have returned home.