100,000 Suspected Fentanyl Pills Seized In Lawrence, DEA Says
Federal authorities seized 100,000 suspected fentanyl pills and a pill press in Lawrence Friday morning.
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Fentanyl Found In Marijuana After Overdoses In Connecticut
Connecticut officials believe nearly 40 drug overdoses across the state since July may be linked to marijuana laced with fentanyl.
New Program To Distribute Strips To Test Drugs For Fentanyl
Eleven Massachusetts police departments have been selected to participate in a pilot program aimed at distributing fentanyl test strips.
Police Seize 'Significant Amount' Of Suspected Fentanyl From Lawrence Apartment
They took a total of 734 grams of the potentially dangerous substance from the High Street Apartment.
Police Dog Treated For Fentanyl Exposure During Drug Bust
A police dog is back on duty following exposure to the dangerous opioid fentanyl during a recent drug bust in Rhode Island.
850 Grams Of Fentanyl Seized, 16 Arrested After Wiretap Investigation Near Fall River
Sixteen people were arrested and 850 grams of fentanyl was seized after a four-month-long investigation by Massachusetts State Police.
4 Wilmington Police Officers Treated For Fentanyl Exposure
Four Wilmington Police officers were rushed to the hospital after they were exposed to fentanyl Thursday afternoon.
3 Men With 3 Kilograms Of Fentanyl Arrested By Mass. State Police
Three men were arrested after Massachusetts State Police seized more than three kilograms of fentanyl from them.
Brockton Couple Arrested On Drug Charges While On Their Way To Get Married
A Brockton couple was on their way to get married when they arrested on drug charges Wednesday.
State Police: Man Arrested After $42,000 Worth Of Fentanyl Is Found In His Bedroom
An 18-year-old man from Brockton was arrested after Mass. State Police said they found about $42,000 worth of fentanyl in his bedroom.
3 Needham Police Officers Hospitalized After Fentanyl Exposure
Three Needham police officers were rushed to the hospital early Friday morning after they were exposed to the deadly opioid fentanyl.
State Trooper Treated For Possible Fentanyl Exposure After Arresting Woman
A State Trooper was treated for possible exposure to the deadly opioid fentanyl overnight.
Parents Arrested After 1-Year-Old Lawrence Girl Exposed To Fentanyl
The parents of a 1-year-old Lawrence girl have been arrested after she was hospitalized and tested positive for the deadly opioid fentanyl.
Uncle Charged In Death Of 11-Year-Old Girl Exposed To Fentanyl
The man charged in the tragic death of his 11-year-old niece last year was ordered held without bail Tuesday, after it was revealed the girl was exposed to fentanyl.
3 Arrested After Cocaine, Fentanyl Found In Air Vent At Brockton Party Bus Company
Police say they arrested three people and seized cocaine and fentanyl during a raid on a Massachusetts party bus rental company.
Heroin Laced With Fentanyl Seized In Middlesex County
The Middlesex District Attorney's office says a multi-million-dollar drug operation was being run in part from a building on Hewins Street in Dorchester.
Report: Hanley Ramirez Not Under Investigation; Friend Used His Name During Stop
A new report indicates that a man used Hanley Ramirez's name during a traffic stop in hopes of stopping a trooper from finding fentanyl in his vehicle.
Trooper Hospitalized After Possible Fentanyl Exposure During Traffic Stop
A Massachusetts State Police trooper was hospitalized following a traffic stop after he suffered potential exposure to the deadly drug fentanyl.
Study: 1 In 5 Young Adult Deaths Are Caused By Opioids
A staggering number of millennials are dying from opioids.
Inmate Ingests Fentanyl, Prompting Hazmat Response At Chelsea Courthouse
An inmate possibly ingesting fentanyl in his cell prompted a hazmat response Wednesday morning at Chelsea District Court.
Four Overdose Deaths Involving Fentanyl In Lowell Over 12 Hours
The fire chief said officials believe the four fatal overdoses involved a mix of heroin/fentanyl and cocaine/fentanyl.
Baker Calls For Stronger Laws On Dangerous Drug Fentanyl
Current state law requires a minimum of 10 grams of fentanyl to charge someone with trafficking. Lawmakers want to lower that amount.
Massachusetts Authorities Seize 30 Pounds Of Fentanyl
State and federal law enforcement authorities say they have seized more than 77 pounds (35 kilograms) of illegal drugs in the Boston area as the result of a wiretap investigation.
Tewksbury Chief: 9-Month-Old Was Feet Away From Fentanyl During Bust
Three people arrested after a major drug bust could also face child endangerment charges after a nine-month-old child was found just feet away from what police believe was the deadly substance fentanyl.
Gloucester Police Investigate Five Possible Fentanyl Overdoses
Gloucester police and fire rescue units responded to five medical emergencies in one night.
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Protesters gather in Boston after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
Hundreds of people demonstrated in Boston Friday night in opposition of the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Clarence Thomas suggests Supreme Court could rethink decision on same-sex marriage
An opinion written by the nation's longest-serving justice is raising concerns the high court could revisit other key cases.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
One dead in Groveland apartment fire
The fire broke out at a four-unit apartment building on Manor Drive on Friday afternoon.
Massachusetts lawmakers vow reproductive rights fight is just beginning
In Massachusetts, reaction to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade was swift.
Lifeguard shortage in Massachusetts leaves beaches, lakes unprotected
"I am not going to be surprised if we see an uptick in drownings because of the lifeguard shortage."
2 hurt after fire breaks out on 20th floor of Boston high-rise
Drivers were asked to avoid Congress Street as firefighters worked to put out a fire on the 20th floor of a building.
Somerville attorney charged with trying to bribe Medford police chief
The police chief, who is a member of the town's Cannabis Advisory Committee, reported the incident right away.
Greasy Pole competition returns to Gloucester
A beloved New England tradition returned for the first time since 2019.
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Protesters gather in Boston after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
Hundreds of people demonstrated in Boston Friday night in opposition of the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Clarence Thomas suggests Supreme Court could rethink decision on same-sex marriage
An opinion written by the nation's longest-serving justice is raising concerns the high court could revisit other key cases.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
One dead in Groveland apartment fire
The fire broke out at a four-unit apartment building on Manor Drive on Friday afternoon.
Massachusetts lawmakers vow reproductive rights fight is just beginning
In Massachusetts, reaction to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade was swift.
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Newest Omicron subvariants infecting people who should have immunity
That said, the vaccines still provide significant protection against severe disease.
Massachusetts reports 1,700 new COVID cases, 6 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.53%.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes tied to teen vaping surge
The FDA ordered the vaping company Juul to pull its electronic cigarettes from the U.S. market Thursday.
Ability to stand on one leg may be indicator of overall health
A study suggests if you can't stand on one leg for a short period of time, you could be at an increased risk of death.
Massachusetts reports 1,636 new COVID cases, 35 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.52%.
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I-Team: What happened to Debbie Melo?
Debbie Melo has now been missing for 22 years. Detectives say her husband has never been ruled out as a suspect.
I-Team: Teen accidentally shot himself in head running from police
A teen is in critical condition after accidentally shooting himself in the head while running from police, according to I-Team sources.
I-Team: Mother blames son's death on negligence of Watertown facility
A Watertown facility is facing new allegations from a Braintree mother who says her quadriplegic son died as a result of the home's negligence.
I-Team: Removal of hazardous debris in Chelsea nearly complete
MassDOT says it is ahead of schedule removing hazardous soil it dumped in Chelsea.
UMass gender pay gap increases between top paid men and women
Three years after UMass officials were alerted to significant gender pay gaps, the inequity has only gotten worse.
Keller @ Large
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Keller: Supreme Court decision a reminder that not voting has consequences
Jon says the long-term impact of the court's ruling will be to remind apathetic voters that inaction has consequences.
Keller: Ads claim Congress will "break" Amazon Prime 2-day delivery
Have you seen those TV ads warning that Congress is poised to "break" the popular Amazon Prime two-day delivery service?
Will Massachusetts lawmakers finally find a sports betting solution?
The countdown is on as Massachusetts lawmakers enter the final six weeks of the legislative session. So will sports betting finally make it across the finish line?
Keller: FBI eyes 'dangerous' website mapping Mass. organizations with ties to Israel
"This is a Jewish hit list," says Robert Trestan, regional director of the Anti-Defamation League of New England.
Keller @ Large: What can be done to fix Boston Public Schools?
Michelle Wu talks about what can be done to improve Boston Public Schools.
Business News
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Massachusetts-based Marathon Sports is being sold
Stores will continue to use the "Marathon Sports" branding.
Stocks falling, but economist says it's 'too soon to panic'
Stocks are falling, interest rates are rising and prices are skyrocketing, but an economist says it's too soon to panic.
Kohl's in talks to sell department store chain to new owner
Kohl's is negotiating with a potential new owner in a proposed $8 billion deal.
Raytheon moving headquarters out of Massachusetts
Raytheon's headquarters will no longer be located in Waltham.
Target is slashing prices on overstocked big-ticket items
Target is stuck with too much home decor and too many TVs. To clear out the glut, it will ramp up discounts.
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Custom knives crafted in Cambridge
MKS custom knives are used by professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts all over the world.
A seafood feast at Woodman's of Essex
Woodman's of Essex hosts a clambake featuring three generations of the family that started it all.
Cooking up a Croque Madame
Bistro Du Midi Executive Chef Robert Sisca is in the Test Kitchen to cook up a classic French sandwich.
Inside the ultimate oceanside guest house
this newly constructed modern guest house boasts spectacular views of its ocean surroundings.
Tour a luxury Boston penthouse loft
Tour of a gorgeously reimagined duplex penthouse in downtown Boston.
Sports
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Arroyo has three RBIs in return, Red Sox beat Guardians 6-3
Christian Arroyo hit a two-run homer powering the red-hot Boston Red Sox to a 6-3 victory over the Cleveland Guardians.
Ime Udoka sees bench scoring as area for Celtics improvement
Clearly, the Celtics could have gotten some better contributions off the bench in that six-game series loss, and Ime Udoka said he's hopeful that the team adds a bench scorer to the mix this summer.
Celtics pick JD Davison has thrown down some insane dunks
Nobody knows what JD Davison's NBA career will look like. But his athleticism is certainly not in question.
Report: Bergeron returning to B's for another year
Patrice Bergeron isn't ready to call it a career just yet. The Bruins captain will be back for a 19th season in Boston.
Celtics pick Alabama guard JD Davison in second round of NBA Draft
"He's a guy that we've seen all year long," Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens said.
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'Huge' great white shark spotted from boat in Cape Cod Bay
A boat was pulling lobster traps in when people on board spotted a big shark.
WATCH: Connecticut woman finds bear inside her house
A Connecticut woman came home this week to find a bear in her kitchen.
World's largest chicken nugget made in Massachusetts
History was made in Massachusetts recently when two TikTok stars created the world's largest chicken nugget.
Santa's Village makes list of top US amusement parks
TripAdvisor has the New Hampshire attraction right up there with some world-famous theme parks in a new ranking.
MBTA to try urine sensors on elevators
The MBTA hopes to tackle public urination in system elevators with technology.