Former theater teacher Holly Fougere was arrested on charges of embezzlement, facing accusations of theft and forgery related to school funds in New Hampshire.

Plymouth Fire Department battled a two-alarm blaze at a single-family home with no reported injuries but significant damage; Red Cross aids displaced residents.

Governor Maura Healey warns that new Trump tariffs will hike prices for Massachusetts residents on essentials like groceries, clothing, and construction materials, with serious implications for the state's industries and economy.

Police in Salem seized over a kilogram of cocaine and arrested 31-year-old Bryan Brito for traffic-related charges during a drug bust operation at a residence.

Ofer Kalderon has been released from Hamas captivity after over 16 months, as part of a hostage exchange, reuniting with his family to the relief of his cousin Jason Greenberg in Needham, Massachusetts.

Waltham Police arrested two individuals after a stabbing during a home invasion on Bacon Street; the 59-year-old victim declined hospitalization and the incident is under investigation.

A three-alarm fire caused significant damage to a building in Jamaica Plain, Boston, displacing 16 residents who were aided by the Red Cross. No injuries were reported, and the BFD is investigating the cause; damages are estimated at $1 million.

Boston experiences variable winter weather, with snowfall slightly above last year's but below the 30-year average. The city anticipates more snow, cold, and windy conditions, with occasional sunny breaks.

Edward T. Bolin, 51, of Winooski, Vermont, died in an early morning crash on I-89 in South Burlington. Details of the accident are under investigation.

Two paintings were stolen from a Somerville gallery, with the police releasing a video of the hooded suspect. The community seeks the public's help in retrieving the artworks.

MIT engineers have developed a new method to improve safety for multiagent robotic systems, such as drone shows and autonomous vehicles, by enabling agents to map out safety zones in real time.

Wareham Police seek help to find missing 64-year-old William MacMillan, last seen January 28 driving a tan Lexus. Contact Detective Lieutenant Smith with info.

Boston Councilor Fernandes Anderson introduced six resolutions to improve education, economic development, public service, homelessness, substance abuse, and health disparities in the city.