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.
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US Attorney's Office announces Somerville attorney will be charged with bribery
Sean O'Donovan is alleged to have tried to bribe Medford's police chief.
Sullivan Square road work will cause traffic delays for weeks
The midday traffic coming in through Sullivan Square reached the Encore casino in Everett on Wednesday.
New Incentives Offered With Lifeguard Positions Ahead Of Summer
Officials don't foresee another lifeguard shortage this summer.
Somerville Police Officer Wounded After 'Unintentional Discharge' Of Gun
Somerville Police are looking into how an officer was wounded when their gun went off unintentionally.
Decades After It Was Promised, MBTA Opens Green Line Extension Into Cambridge And Somerville
Residents in Cambridge and Somerville say the Green Line Extension is a game-changer.
Green Line Extension Raising Concerns Over Higher Rents In Somerville
The flurry of new apartments going up nearby shows that investors believe they've found a gold mine on the Green Line.
MBTA's Green Line Extension Opens With 2 New Stations
The first phase of MBTA's Green Line Extension is now open for riders.
Somerville Police Searching For 2 Suspects After Shooting
Three people have been arrested after a shooting at the Mystic Housing Development in Somerville Tuesday afternoon.
Police Search For Pair Who Left 'Hateful' Graffiti On Somerville Business
Police are looking for two people responsible for leaving "hateful" graffiti on a Somerville business.
Lowell Designer Stephanie Munoz Works To Uplift Black Men And Women Through Clothing
Stephanie Munoz's mission has always been to empower others – especially people of color.
'I'm Very Lucky': Driver Unscathed After Concrete Falls From I-93 Bridge, Smashes SUV
MassDOT crews are inspecting the Interstate 93 overpass in Somerville after a piece of concrete fell and smashed through the windshield of a passing SUV.
Somerville Board Of Health Votes Against COVID Vaccine Passport-Style System
On Thursday night, the city's Board of Health defeated the proposal by a count of two to one.
Shot Fired Through Car Window In Somerville, Driver Unharmed
The man driving had just left for work but he turned around because he forgot his lunch.
'It Just Seems Like Another Thing' Business Owners Worry As Somerville Considers Proof Of Vaccination Requirement
The plan has a lot of support in Boston, but business owners in Somerville are worried about how the new rule will impact their businesses.
Demand For COVID Vaccine Boosters Grows As 16, 17-Year-Olds Become Eligible
Just hours after the FDA approved Pfizer's booster shot for 16 and 17-year-olds, the CDC signed off too.
Police Locate Car Involved In Somerville Hit And Run
Police have located the car they believe was involved in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a 33-year-old man in Somerville, though no arrests have been made.
'Historically Low Level Of Blood': Red Cross Looking For Donors This Holiday Season
Their blood supply is the lowest it has been in ten years.
Man Seriously Injured In Hit And Run Crash In Somerville
State Police are investigating a hit and run crash that seriously injured a man in Somerville Monday night.
Shakeel Bodden Charged With Murder In Stabbing Death Of Sister's Boyfriend At Somerville Home
A 33-year-old man was stabbed to death at a home on Munroe Street in Somerville late Thursday night.
Black Lives Matter Mural Vandalized At Somerville Hair Salon
A Somerville hair salon owner wants answers after her window mural was tagged with graffiti Friday morning.
Welcome To 'Elfland': 8-Year-Old Somerville Boy Builds Miniature Community In Vacant Lot
"Elfland" is a colorful and quirky space that's been bringing the boy's family, and strangers in Somerville, lots of joy.
Somerville Dog 'Mayor Sparkle' Dies After Outpouring Of Support From Community
Sparkle, an 11-year-old dog known by many as the "mayor" of Somerville, has died.
Somerville Dog With Incurable Cancer Showered With Love From Community
Eleven-year-old Sparkle has a fan club.
Keller @ Large: Outgoing Somerville Mayor Joe Curtatone Reflects On 9 Terms In Office
Outgoing Somerville mayor Joe Curtatone joined WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller for an "exit interview" after nine terms in office.
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5-year-old pulled from the water at Snake Pond in Sandwich
An unresponsive five-year-old was pulled from the water in Sandwich on Sunday.
2 trees in Winthrop dedicated to 2021 shooting rampage victims
People came together in Winthrop Sunday morning to honor two residents killed in a deadly shooting rampage there a year ago.
MBTA service resumes on Green and Orange lines near Government Center
The Green and Orange lines near Government Center have resumed regular service Sunday night.
"It finally feels like summer": Boston hits 90 degrees
Another sure sign of summer: volleyball at Revere Beach.
Keller: State treasurer says Massachusetts should consider suspending gas tax
There is a difference of opinion on the possibility of suspending the gas tax, but treasurer Deb Goldberg said the state has the money to do it.
"Don't attempt": Oak Bluffs police offer warning after car gets stuck in beach sand
It was a great weekend to head to the beach in New England. Just be careful how you get there.
3 teenagers killed, 1 injured in early morning Brimfield rollover crash
Three teenagers were killed early Sunday morning during a crash in Brimfield.
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu vetoes bill to dispense ivermectin by standing order
Some Americans have been turning to ivermectin to treat the virus, a cheap drug used to kill worms and other parasites in humans and animals.
Boston woman charged with drunk driving after motorcyclist killed in New Hampshire crash
A Boston woman was arrested and charged with drunk driving Saturday afternoon following a fatal crash in New Hampshire.
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5-year-old pulled from the water at Snake Pond in Sandwich
An unresponsive five-year-old was pulled from the water in Sandwich on Sunday.
2 trees in Winthrop dedicated to 2021 shooting rampage victims
People came together in Winthrop Sunday morning to honor two residents killed in a deadly shooting rampage there a year ago.
MBTA service resumes on Green and Orange lines near Government Center
The Green and Orange lines near Government Center have resumed regular service Sunday night.
"It finally feels like summer": Boston hits 90 degrees
Another sure sign of summer: volleyball at Revere Beach.
Keller: State treasurer says Massachusetts should consider suspending gas tax
There is a difference of opinion on the possibility of suspending the gas tax, but treasurer Deb Goldberg said the state has the money to do it.
Health
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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%.
I-Team
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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: State treasurer says Massachusetts should consider suspending gas tax
There is a difference of opinion on the possibility of suspending the gas tax, but treasurer Deb Goldberg said the state has the money to do it.
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.
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.
New England Living
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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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Revs battle to scoreless draw in Vancouver, stretch unbeaten run to nine games
The New England Revolution extended their unbeaten streak to nine games with a 0-0 draw against Vancouver Whitecaps.
Red Sox beat Guardians 8-3 for sweep, winning streak at 7
The Boston Red Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 8-3 on Sunday for a three-game sweep.
Verdugo hits 3-run HR, scorching Red Sox top Guardians 4-2
Verdugo's two-out rocket to right off Shane Bieber (3-4) gave Boston a 3-2 lead in the sixth inning.
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.
Offbeat
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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.