Manatee spotted on Cape Cod for first time in nearly a decade
A manatee has been spotted off Cape Cod for the first time since 2016.
Endangered whale and calf sighting called "rare occurrence"
New England Aquarium researchers recently documented a rare sighting of an endangered fin whale and its calf.
Jacob's Pillow cancels festival after employee's accidental death
Jacob's Pillow has canceled the rest of its summer festival after a deadly accident at the western Massachusetts dance center.
Rare tick virus suspected of infecting baby on Martha's Vineyard
A baby from Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts is fighting for her life after contracting a suspected case of the tick-borne Powassan virus.
2 of the 3 hottest ZIP codes are in Massachusetts, report says
Two of the three "hottest ZIP codes" for home buyers can be found in Massachusetts, according to a new real estate report.
Man tried to put chemical-laced handkerchief on boy's mouth, DA says
A 69-year-old Boston man is accused of trying to place a chemical-laced handkerchief over the mouth of a 13-year-old boy.
Bear's "escalating behavior" closes campsite in New Hampshire
A bear's "escalating behavior" has forced a campsite in New Hampshire to close, the U.S. Forest Service said.
What to know about the Pan-Mass Challenge this weekend
The Pan-Mass Challenge is happening this weekend. Here's what to know about the routes, fundraising and more.
New law ending broker fees in Mass. takes effect Aug. 1
Here's what to know about the law ending broker fees for Massachusetts renters.
Revere Beach Sand Sculpting Festival set to get underway
The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival returns this weekend, and street closures and parking bans begin today.
Protest held as Boston City Council considers driverless cars
A protest was held against Waymo outside Boston's City Hall as lawmakers consider the impacts of driverless cars on city streets.
EEE virus detected in Mass. mosquitoes for first time in 2025
The Eastern equine encephalitis virus, or EEE, has been identified in mosquitoes in Massachusetts for the first time in 2025.
Massachusetts public schools ranked No. 1 in the country
Once again, Massachusetts public schools have been crowned the best in the country in an annual ranking.
New York is home to America's 2 wealthiest suburbs, ranking finds
There's a new report identifying America's wealthiest suburbs, and a pair of communities outside New York City top the list.
Hammerhead shark sightings are increasing off Massachusetts
Smooth hammerhead sharks are becoming an increasingly popular sight in the waters off Massachusetts.