DPU cuts Mass Save budget by $500 million to reduce heating bills
The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities slashed the Mass Save budget by $500 million in an order put out Friday afternoon.
Karen Read prosecutors ask judge to deny motion to dismiss case
Prosecutors are asking Judge Beverly Cannone to deny Karen Read's motion to dismiss her case ahead of her April 1 trial.
Special prosecutor could make $225,000 trying Karen Read case
A public records request reveals that special prosecutor Hank Brennan's pay has been increased for the Karen Read trial.
See Karen Read's motion to dismiss her entire case
Karen Read is asking the judge to dismiss the entire case for reasons of "extraordinary governmental misconduct."
Pressure to reduce heating bills could threaten new Mass Save program
On Friday, the Department of Public Utilities must issue an order on the proposed Mass Save program for 2025 through 2027.
Accusations fly between lawyers during Karen Read pretrial hearing
The Karen Read case was back in court today for a hearing on the judge's "grave concern" that could impact the defense team.
Source: Federal investigation into death of John O'Keefe is over
It is expected to be announced that a federal investigation into the death of John O'Keefe, and by association, Karen Read's case, has ended and that no charges will be filed.
More butcher shops appear to fall victim to meat purchase scam
It appears a North Shore butcher shop, which was scammed out of thousands of dollars, was not alone.
Karen Read hearing Tuesday could have Alan Jackson in the hot seat
A hearing in Karen's Read's case abruptly ended when the judge called off the rest of the day in court amid allegations that defense attorneys may have made misrepresentations to the Court.
Massachusetts gas companies ordered to immediately reduce bills by 5%
The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities has sent a letter to gas companies directing them to lower gas bills for March and April by 5%.
Accused gang members arrested in connection with murders
The feds allege the gang participated in a number of murders and attempted murders that wreaked havoc in Lynn and Lawrence.
Karen Read judge suddenly ends hearing, citing "grave concern"
The judge in the Karen Read case suddenly suspended a hearing after she said she got information that caused her "grave concern."
Ice melt is scarce this winter, "This season has been crazy"
Many sidewalks, driveways and parking lots are covered by ice in Massachusetts and stores are low on ice melt.
Mass. teachers' union under fire for alleged antisemitic materials
The state's largest teachers' union is accused of allegedly offering antisemitic learning materials to its members.
Some Mass. schools see spike in absences amid immigration fears
More than 1,000 students missed school one day after reported ICE raids in Chelsea.