"Philip Chism is a monster," detention center attack victim says
Philip Chism, who killed Colleen Ritzer in 2013, changed his plea to guilty for a subsequent attack on a detention center worker.
Rare case of tick-borne virus reported in Sharon
The town of Sharon has confirmed a case of the rare Powassan virus, which is spread by ticks.
Arrested jewelry thieves allegedly targeted families based on ethnicity
Four men are accused of stealing expensive jewelry from Indian and South Asian families in Massachusetts for years.
Northeastern student protest sees large police response
Northeastern University is the latest college campus in Massachusetts to see pro-Palestinian student protests.
Witness list, key evidence debated before Karen Read murder trial opening statements
The judge heard arguments on several key motions in the Karen Read murder case ahead of opening statements.
Harvard students begin Pro-Palestinian protests, pitching tents on Yard
Pro-Palestinian protests have started at Harvard University, with students putting up tents on Harvard Yard.
Worcester rental market among "worst" in country, Forbes says
Looking to rent in Worcester? Apartment hunters have it tough in the central Massachusetts city.
New video shows endangered whale mom and calf in Cape Cod Bay
Researchers spotted a 37-year-old right whale mother named Wolf and her calf off the coast of Massachusetts.
Worcester students offered free haircuts, manicures before MCAS testing
Fifth and sixth graders in Worcester were treated to a salon experience on Monday before a week of MCAS testing.
Tolls at the Massachusetts border? Not happening, Healey says
Gov. Healey is knocking down a suggestion from her transportation secretary to consider tolls at the Massachusetts border.
Robert Kraft "not comfortable" supporting alma mater Columbia amid protests
Robert Kraft indicated he will no longer be donating to Columbia University as protests continue on campus.
These Massachusetts shops are participating in Record Store Day 2024
April 20, 2024 is Record Store Day. See which record shops in Massachusetts are participating.
Cicadas are coming to Massachusetts - but not this year
The 2024 cicada broods will not be emerging in Massachusetts - but the buzzing bugs are set to appear here in 2025.
Cape Cod community named among "best small towns" in the northeast
Mashpee has been named one of the best small towns in the northeast by USA Today readers.
11-year-old Maine boy killed after crashing friend's ATV
A Maine boy was killed in an ATV crash on a family friend's property in Sangerville, Maine.