A UMass Amherst study reveals the French Nutri-Score food labeling system has led manufacturers to create healthier products, potentially influencing future U.S. labeling strategies.

A London woman was arrested at Logan Airport for trafficking 70 pounds of marijuana and is being held on $1,500 bail with a court date set for May 21.

Trader Joe's is set to open a new store in Boston's Back Bay, the first in the city to sell alcohol, with a grand opening on May 23 at 500 Boylston St.

A fight at a Marshfield bus stop involving two dads escalated to gunfire, leading to a school lockdown. One man was hospitalized with a bite wound. The lockdown lasted 25 minutes and the suspect has been arrested.

Astronomers have discovered an Earth-sized planet, SPECULOOS-3b, which orbits very close to its ultracool dwarf star, possibly possessing no atmosphere due to intense radiation.

Jovan Murphy was arrested in Springfield for a violent sexual assault where he allegedly slashed a woman's throat. The victim survived and Murphy faces multiple charges.

A Chelsea woman, Perla Soto, pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges for using counterfeit IDs to fraudulently acquire over $290,000 worth of phones and accessories from wireless companies.

Massachusetts Governor Maura T. Healey announced the Climate Careers Fund at the Vatican Climate Summit, aspiring to train workers for the clean energy sector and reach Net Zero by 2050.

The Worcester Police are seeking public assistance to identify two suspects involved in a larceny at the Worcester Ice Center, encouraging tips to help apprehend the individuals.

The Boston Police Department observes Peace Officers Memorial Day by lowering flags and remembering officers who died or were disabled in the line of duty.

A water main break on Sudbury Street in Boston caused major delays and road closures, with the cause under investigation and crews responding to fix the issue.

A Berklee College of Music student was punched by an unknown man near campus and taken to the hospital. Similar random assaults have raised safety concerns among students.

A toddler was critically injured after being hit by a car in Norwood and was evacuated to a Boston hospital. Authorities are investigating; no charge details yet.