State of emergency declared for surge of migrants seeking shelter in Massachusetts
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Rev. Kevin Peterson is officially declaring a state of emergency, something he has been begging Boston's police commissioner to do. WBZ-TV's Christina Hager reports.
Thursday marked the second anniversary of the day Gov. Charlie Baker declared a State of Emergency in Massachusetts due to the COVID pandemic.
The state of emergency that's been in place in Massachusetts since the start of the coronavirus pandemic more than 15 months ago expired Tuesday.
New Hampshire's nearly 15-month state of emergency will end Friday night, Gov. Chris Sununu said.
The coronavirus state of emergency that's been in effect in Massachusetts since March 2020 is set to expire soon.
The state of emergency that's been in effect in Massachusetts since the start of the coronavirus pandemic in March of 2020 is coming to an end.
Gov. Baker sees "two big question marks" that need to be answered before lifting a state of emergency in Massachusetts.
Under state law, the governor can declare a state of emergency "in the event or imminent threat of a natural or man-made disaster."
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker has declared a State of Emergency to help protect citizens from damage during a massive nor'easter that slammed the state.
A broken water main in East Bridgewater has caused a water emergency in Brockton and problems in some nearby communities.
A statewide travel ban will go into effect at midnight.
President Barack Obama has signed an emergency declaration for the state of Massachusetts and ordered federal aid to supplement the local response to the Boston Marathon bombings.
Gov. Deval Patrick declared a state of emergency in Massachusetts Friday afternoon for the blizzard that could bring up to 3 feet of snow.
Governor Patrick declared a State of Emergency on Saturday ahead of Hurricane Sandy.
The western Massachusetts town of Monson declared a state of emergency after torrential rains swept through on Sunday.
A state of emergency has been declared in the town of Newbury for homes on Plum Island.
The first snowstorm of the season came early and came with fury.
Massachusetts was preparing to get belted by Hurricane Irene as the weakened, but still powerful storm spun up the East Coast.
Hurricane Irene zeroed in on land Saturday, losing some power but still whipping up trouble even before a potentially catastrophic run up the Eastern Seaboard.
Gov. Deval Patrick declared a state of emergency in Massachusetts Friday. He is mobilizing 2,500 members of the National Guard as Hurricane Irene approaches.
Ken Willette Jr. says the governor should declare a State of Emergency in Lawrence because the leadership at City Hall is not addressing the problem bars.
Governor Patrick declared a state of emergency Wednesday after tornadoes touched down in at least 19 Massachusetts communities.
Gov. Deval Patrick declared a State of Emergency and activated the National Guard Wednesday afternoon, as a blizzard slammed Massachusetts.
Emergency officials are gearing up for the Nor'easter that will hit the area early Wednesday, and one tool the governor has is to declare a State of Emergency. But, there's a lot of confusion about what that actually means.
The boy was found submerged in about 10-12 feet of water in Field Pond.
As her husband struggled with his own battles, Julie Sutherland knew that her role as caregiver was tantamount to his journey.
Temperatures soared to 96 degrees in Boston on Tuesday, and in one school in the city, students were finding ways to get by with no air conditioning.
A group of good Samaritans, including an off-duty firefighter, rushed into action when an electric vehicle rolled over on I-495 in Plainville, Massachusetts.
Some Cambridge Housing Authority residents are stuck in sweltering temperatures with no air conditioning during the heat on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Boston set a new high temperature record on Tuesday, and Wednesday will be another scorcher.
A group of good Samaritans, including an off-duty firefighter, rushed into action when an electric vehicle rolled over on I-495 in Plainville, Massachusetts.
An air quality alert was issued today for Boston and parts of Massachusetts.
Gas prices continue to climb in Massachusetts before travelers hit the road for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
The Chelmsford Board of Selectmen voted Monday night to place injured firefighter Nick Spinale on administrative leave, assuring his benefits and pay are covered.
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
There was a possible measles exposure at Logan Airport in Boston last week, Massachusetts health officials say.
A new study finds that a simple blood test could predict Alzheimer's disease long before symptoms appear.
The Lone Star tick, which can cause alpha-gal syndrome, is spreading north throughout Massachusetts.
Boston's cold and snowy winter might have an effect on this year's pollen allergy season.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
The gunman who allegedly opened fire on passing cars on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts is 46-year-old Tyler Brown from Boston.
There have been four violent attacks in three weeks at Tewksbury Hospital and a state representative is taking the fight to Beacon Hill to give security the non-lethal equipment back.
A family is demanding answers from the Gloucester, Massachusetts school district, after learning their five-year-old son was left alone in a quiet room for nearly half an hour.
A nurse says the decision is leaving the staff and patients at Tewksbury Hospital vulnerable to serious injury.
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.
Dover Saddlery is closing its Wellesley, Massachusetts store and preparing for more than 100 layoffs.
The "dirty soda" trend is coming to drive-thrus all over Massachusetts as Dunkin' is now serving up its own version of the viral drink.
Smokey Bones is closing all of its restaurants, including Massachusetts locations in Tyngsboro and Taunton.
Boston ranks right up there with Hawaii as one of the most expensive vacation spots in the country, according to a new report.
The Market Basket Board of Directors was justified in firing longtime CEO Arthur T. Demoulas, a judge ruled Monday.
Known formally as Gurnet Light, a historic lighthouse has guided mariners at the entrance to Plymouth Harbor for generations.
From private cruises to quintessential clambakes, Essex River Cruises offers a front-row seat to the beauty of the Great Marsh.
Argia Mystic Cruises in Mystic, Connecticut is one of the last commercial sailing ships in the region, offering a rare chance to explore the area by sea.
A 2026 James Beard Award finalist for Best Chef, and 3-time Chopped champion, Evan Hennessey uses locally farmed and foraged foots to create artistically inspired dishes.
In Groton, Massachusetts, there is a recently opened state-of-the-art venue that is becoming one of the region's premier nonprofit music destinations.
Willson Contreras hit his team-leading 10th homer and Sonny Gray outdueled Seth Lugo as the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Monday night.
The first-place Braves took two of three from Boston for their 13th win in 15 series this season.
The major league-best Atlanta Braves defeated the Boston Red Sox 3-2 on Friday night.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 18th home run and the Phillies defeated the Red Sox 3-1 on Thursday night.
After days of leaks and rumors, the NFL finally released the full schedule for the New England Patriots.
A Boston man says he's lucky to be alive after jumping into the Charles River to save his dog.
Little Joe the gorilla is leaving Boston after decades at the Franklin Park Zoo.
There's been another sighting of an unusual killer whale named Old Thom in the waters off Massachusetts.
A soccer coach in Ludlow, Massachusetts plans to pay it forward after winning big on a lottery scratch ticket.
The Rumney Rocks Climbing Area is partially closed as nesting peregrine falcons could attack rock climbers.