Giant flying Joro spider spotted in Boston for the first time
A Joro spider has made it to Massachusetts. The giant, venomous arachnid was spotted in Boston's Beacon Hill neighborhood.
Unclaimed Powerball winners expiring soon in Massachusetts
Two Powerball winning tickets sold last year in Massachusetts are expiring soon.
Unusual sighting of endangered whales has scientists concerned
Scientists are concerned after seeing a large group of North Atlantic right whales off New York's Long Island.
New college ranking says these Mass. schools are among the best
These Massachusetts schools are among the very best, according to the new college rankings from U.S. News & World Report.
3 New England spots named among best foliage destinations
These New England destinations have been named among the best places for fall foliage.
Outside investigator appointed in State Police recruit's death
The attorney general has appointed an outsider to probe State Police recruit Enrique Delgado-Garcia's death.
Driver faces new charges in deadly boat trailer crash
Peter Richmond is facing new charges in a Yarmouth crash that killed Cornelius Allen Bottomley and John Hughan.
When does early voting end in Massachusetts?
Here's what to know about early voting in Massachusetts for the 2024 election.
"What the Fluff" festival to celebrate iconic marshmallow treat
The "What the Fluff" festival is happening in Somerville's Union Square this weekend.
Section of Charles River turns green from toxic algae bloom
Part of the Charles River is currently experiencing a harmful cyanobacterial bloom.
Mass Pike westbound temporarily closed near 495 after rollover
The Mass Pike westbound was shut down in Hopkinton because a truck rolled over and spilled hazardous materials.
Senate committee recommends contempt charges for Steward CEO
A Senate committee voted to take steps to hold Steward Health Care CEO Ralph de la Torre in civil and criminal contempt
"Full-scale" plane crash simulation planned at Logan Airport
First responders are set to practice for something they hope will not happen: A plane crash at Logan Airport.
Shark activity will keep Ipswich beach closed to swimming for days
Crane Beach will be closed to swimming due to the continued presence of sharks offshore.
Somerville police investigating series of airsoft gun shootings
Somerville police are investigating four reported airsoft rifle shootings in the city in the past two days.