Boston is bracing for cold weather with strong wind gusts following a major storm. Clearer conditions are expected over the weekend, and temperatures will gradually warm up into next week with chances of rain.

The Plymouth Police Department is seeking new recruits and has posted on Facebook about the Massachusetts Civil Service 2025 Police Exam, highlighting various specialized units and encouraging interested individuals to apply before January 28, 2025.

High school Dean Lavante Wiggins and Theodore Warren were charged in a cocaine trafficking conspiracy, with Wiggins allegedly leading the operation and Warren distributing over 450 grams of cocaine.

The Quincy food market settled allegations of food safety law violations by agreeing to a consent decree to stop selling non-inspected and misbranded meat products.

Gina Coppola, the president of the Medford Paraprofessional Union, is under investigation for alleged embezzlement of $50,000, with members demanding transparency and accountability.

Massachusetts has settled with two pharmacies over false billing to MassHealth, with over $500,000 in restitution. The pharmacies must now institute corrective measures.

The merger between Albertsons and Kroger was blocked by federal and state courts, with lawsuits alleging that Kroger didn't sufficiently pursue regulatory approval.

JetBlue announces new nonstop flights from Boston to Madrid and Edinburgh, starting May 22, 2025, expanding its European network with A321 aircraft featuring premium Mint seating.

A man attempting to hide from Fall River police got stuck in a chimney and was subsequently arrested and charged, along with another suspect at the scene.

A suspect, Alicia Castagnino, has been arrested for a suspicious shooting death on Silver Street in Manchester and is awaiting arraignment. Details remain limited as the investigation continues.

A Brockton man was sentenced to over six years in prison for trafficking firearms and drugs, including fentanyl and cocaine, after pleading guilty to multiple charges.

Massachusetts businessman sentenced to one year for a $2 million tax fraud scheme, including payment of $2.5 million in restitution after pleading guilty.

Flour Bakery is set to operate the Boston Common Concession Pavilion from spring 2025, as announced by Mayor Wu and the Boston Parks Department, highlighting a commitment to local business and community in the historic park.