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The vote was 7 to 1 by the Cambridge City Council to increase the permissible height of buildings in Kendall Square.
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The vote was 7 to 1 by the Cambridge City Council to increase the permissible height of buildings in Kendall Square.
It happened around 5:15 a.m. on Land Boulevard, in front of the Royal Sonesta Hotel.
A Cambridge woman is facing charges for allegedly pulling a knife on a man and spitting in his face on a Red Line train.
An Irish nanny accused of beating a baby who later died is due in court.
The bus driver allegedly responsible for leaving a five-year-old on her bus for three hours has been fired.
A five-year-old boy fell asleep on his school bus. He was found hours later shivering, scared and alone.
A manhole fire forced the evacuation of Harvard Square Friday afternoon.
The MIT campus was put on lockdown Saturday morning following what turned out to be an unfounded report of a person with a long rifle and body armor spotted inside a campus building.
Aisling McCarthy Brady, 34, made a brief appearance Friday in Cambridge District Court as her lawyer asked a judge to preserve an extensive list of potential evidence in the case.
The man charged with a brutal attack on a Harvard researcher and his 11-year-old son is representing himself at his trial.
Harvard Square's Upper Crust Pizza will reopen under new management and with a new name.
A pillow, blanket and baby wipes stained with blood were found in the bedroom of the 1-year-old Massachusetts girl who died after she was allegedly assaulted by her Irish nanny, according to court documents filed by police.
A Quincy nanny accused in the death of a one-year-old girl in her care was ordered held on $500,000 bail Tuesday.
A Quincy nanny has been arrested on charges of assault and battery on a child who died last week.
A settlement with Lesley University, reached last month but drawing little attention, will require the Cambridge institution to serve gluten-free foods
Two Cambridge women are facing charges after stabbing early Saturday morning.
The convicted killer of a 10-year-old Cambridge boy has lost a bid to change his name.
Cambridge is looking for volunteers for a city commission focused on equality for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people. The commission's mission is to advocate for a culture of respect for the GLBT community.
The legislation taking effect Monday allows these "benefit corporations" to prioritize business goals that create good jobs, restore the environment, help society and attract socially-conscious investors.
A small fire set off a hazardous materials scare late Saturday night, and investigators are still exploring the cause.
Two men have been indicted in Mississippi on sex trafficking charges related to a video that authorities say shows them having sex with a girl who is 3 or 4 years old.
Most parents understand injuries can happen in soccer. What they don't realize is the greatest danger may be from the soccer goal.
Building strength and friendships while having a lot of fun. That's the goal of an innovative program for special needs kids designed by the Franciscan Hospital for Children.
Although it is her first campaign, Warren says it is an extension of the work she's been doing for years.
A Cambridge startup that is offering what they call the fastest booking tool for household services has raised $2 million.
With a massive winter storm forecasted to blanket New England with a foot or more of snow on Sunday, cities and towns across the Commonwealth are already preparing.
People across Massachusetts are preparing for a stretch of bitter cold and snow by stocking up on supplies and making sure critical equipment is working.
Suffolk University students and alumni are getting an in-depth look into the life of New England Patriots captain Marcus Jones. A crew of roughly 40 people from the school are working on a documentary following Jones throughout this season.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey delivered her third State of the Commonwealth address from the State House in Boston Thursday night.
Much like the Patriots in the playoffs, Boston has been on "snow hiatus" for the last several years.
How much snow will Boston get from a monster winter storm this weekend? Here's the latest weather forecast.
Gas and electric bills in Massachusetts are about to go down temporarily, according to Gov. Maura Healey. But there's a catch.
The median sale price for a home in Massachusetts last year was at least $1 million in more than 50 communities.
Much like the Patriots in the playoffs, Boston has been on "snow hiatus" for the last several years.
Five New England Patriots have been named finalists for awards during the NFL Honors ceremony next month.
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
Flu cases are rising rapidly, especially among kids in Boston, where hospitalizations of children under five have increased 150% over the last two weeks.
Four children have died from the flu in Massachusetts so far this season, public health officials say.
Fewer people in Massachusetts are getting their seasonal flu and COVID vaccinations as the number of respiratory infections in the state continues to rise.
Flu is on the rise in Massachusetts, just as people are starting to gather for the holidays.
It took Aaron Braun years to get more than 93,000 Dunkin' rewards points, but after a policy change he's left with a fraction of that.
In the last three years, the Better Business Bureau has received thousands of complaints about GE.
A home baker from Foxboro, Massachusetts is frustrated that the pricy oven she bought from GE wasn't working properly. Attempts to fix it failed.
Eight states have laws making police body cameras mandatory. Massachusetts isn't one of them.
A Massachusetts family got stuck with a bill for a damaged tire on their rental car, even though they bought the extra coverage.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
The 2026 semifinalists for the James Beard Award are out, and several Massachusetts restaurants, bars and chefs made the list.
Boston's Time Out Market, a Fenway food hall that opened less than seven years ago, is now set to close.
Small businesses in Massachusetts are seeing a boom in business thanks to the playoff run by the New England Patriots.
Three Uno Pizzeria & Grill locations in Massachusetts and one in Rhode Island have closed for good.
TJ Maxx has closed its Newbury Street store in Boston less than a decade after it first opened.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
The Patriots offense could potentially get a boost during the AFC Championship Game against the Denver Broncos.
Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte was asked if he had any response to Broncos coach Sean Payton saying Denver fans would have two weeks to rest up before the Super Bowl.
Five New England Patriots have been named finalists for awards during the NFL Honors ceremony next month.
Jaylen Brown had 30 points and 10 rebounds and the Boston Celtics coasted to a 119-104 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night.
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel provided brief health updates on Mack Hollins and Carlton Davis.
A gathering of North Atlantic right whales off Massachusetts over the weekend appears to have set a new monthly record.
A rocketship on a downtown Boston roof is part of the new Winteractive 2026 public art installation.
The overpowering scent of Dunkin' donuts in the air has some Haverhill residents complaining.
Alex Cornwell's display of nearly 300 Christmas inflatables is attracting visitors from around Massachusetts.
Police are looking for whoever opened fire on inflatable Christmas decorations in Bow, New Hampshire.