Mass. teens react to attention after inviting boy with autism to play

Earlier this week, 7-year-old Tristan Caron had a life-changing interaction with a group of teenagers who invited him to play.

• Oct 19

How to register to vote for Election Day 2026 in Massachusetts

Election Day 2026 is rapidly approaching, and there is still time to register so you can vote in the midterm election in Massachusetts.

• Oct 18

Fall River firefighters honored for saving lives at Gabriel House fire

Dozens of Fall River, Massachusetts, firefighters were honored for their bravery and service responding to last year's deadly fire at an assisted living facility.

• Oct 17

Boston stabbing survivor calls for more mental health resources: "It's really a shame"

A 23-year-old man who was stabbed in the neck during an attack in Allston is speaking out about his experience and calling for more mental health resources to help prevent future violence.

• Oct 16

Roxbury nonprofit uses music to change young lives, build community

The Hamilton-Garrett Center for Music & Arts is celebrating 25 years of helping young people discover their musical talents while building confidence, life skills, and community.

• Oct 16

Rep. Moulton receives suspicious mail containing "white, powdery substance"

Suspicious letters were sent to the offices of several Massachusetts lawmakers.

• Oct 17

Head of the Charles gets off to rainy start: "Weather was anxiety inducing"

The weather wasn't great for the start of annual Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston Friday.

• Oct 16

Expert testifies about messages between Sandra Birchmore and Matthew Farwell

A jury heard a fourth day of testimony in Matthew Farwell's trial at federal court in South Boston on Friday.

• Oct 17

Massachusetts ballot question guide for the 2026 election

There are nine ballot questions for Massachusetts​ voters to decide in the 2026 election, the most in over three decades.

• Oct 21

Here's when early voting starts in Massachusetts and where to vote

Early voting for the 2026 general election in Massachusetts is happening between Oct. 17 and Oct. 30.

• Oct 16

Team of women in their 80s making history at Head of the Charles

Every year, rowers from all around the world travel to Boston to leave their mark on the Charles River.

• Oct 16

How scientists in Boston are using AI to decipher the secret language of rats

A group of scientists in the Boston area are using AI and other technologies to understand how rats communicate.

• Oct 16

Boston police officers befriend and empower older adults in Roxbury

For several hours every Friday morning, older adults in Roxbury convene on the Melnea Cass Recreation Complex to reconnect with one another and with police officers.

• Oct 15

Mom hopes to thank teens who showed kindness to son with autism

A simple act of kindness from a group of teenagers made a lasting impression on a Foxboro, Massachusetts, mother whose 7-year-old son has autism.

• Oct 16

Threat of downpours Friday before coldest air of season arrives for weekend

There's a risk of downpours and thunderstorms in the Boston area Friday before the coldest air of the season arrives this weekend.

• Oct 16

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