Boston Police District B-3 hosted "Coffee with a Cop" in Mattapan, featuring local officers, City Councilor Erin Murphy, and a playful pup to improve community relations.

Four Women Health Services sues Attleboro Women’s Health Center for allegedly using deceptive practices to obstruct access to abortion services and compromising patient privacy.

A New Hampshire man pleaded guilty to charges of stalking journalists from NHPR after they investigated a local business figure. Sentencing is set for December 6, 2024.

A student was arrested at Waltham High School after a replica BB gun was found in their car; the incident was isolated with no broader threat to the school.

Local police took action after a Springfield student threatened a school shooting. They found and arrested another youth with the suspected weapon, averting a potential incident.

The City of Boston celebrated the awarding of First Literacy Scholarships to 26 adult learners to support their education in the 2024-2025 academic year.

Gunfire erupted in Framingham late night; police found ballistic evidence and believe juveniles were involved. No arrests made; added school security is precautionary.

MIT researchers have developed a new water filtration material that removes PFAS and heavy metals. Made from silk and cellulose, it has antimicrobial properties and could address widespread contamination issues highlighted by a recent study.

A Mexican man was sentenced to 11 years for cocaine trafficking in Massachusetts after being caught with 20 kilograms of the drug during a traffic stop.

Stoughton man sentenced to over 12 years for his role in a fentanyl distribution ring using mail services, following his guilty plea on conspiracy and distribution charges.

Boston Police announced the arrest of murder suspect Joseph Ruggs, wanted for a fatal shooting in Dorchester, by the BPD Fugitive Unit and other agencies.

The No Looks No Ball Summer League in Boston's South End concluded with active police engagement, mentoring local youth, with over 200 kids participating and a special treat from the BPD ice cream truck.

A South Boston woman was arraigned for hitting another woman with her car and fleeing the scene, with charges including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.