Boston Harbor Islands

Boston Harbor Islands named among the nation’s most endangered historic places

For generations, people have enjoyed visiting the islands in Boston Harbor. They are not only beautiful but they are also historically significant and in danger,Read More

All 7 mass vaccination sites to close by mid-July

As the administration focuses on targeted outreach to unvaccinated residents, Gov. Charlie Baker announced Thursday that all seven of the state’s high-volume mass vaccination sitesRead More

Massachusetts pulled in more than $4B in taxes in May

BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts pulled in more than $4 billion in tax collections in May, state Revenue Commissioner Geoffrey Snyder said Thursday. That’s about $2.26Read More

Governor, lawmakers wrangle over federal pandemic aid funds

BOSTON (AP) — Gov. Charlie Baker and Democratic leaders in the Massachusetts House and Senate are in a full-blown spat over $5.3 billion in federalRead More

Police investigating vandalism of gay pride flag in Somerville

Police have launched an investigation after a gay pride flag on the lawn of a Somerville home was targeted by vandals on Tuesday morning, officialsRead More

Somerville police investigating after masked, knife-wielding suspects tried to kick down apartment door

Police in Somerville are investigating after a pair of masked, knife-wielding suspects tried to kick down the door of an apartment in the city earlierRead More

Officials unable to determine cause of death for mother swan found dead on Esplanade

Officials announced Thursday that they were unable to determine the cause of death for the mother swan that passed away on the Esplanade in BostonRead More

State lawmakers considering bill that would classify school districts as diverse or segregated

State lawmakers are considering a bill that would classify school districts as diverse or segregated. Bill S.305 has been proposed by Sen. Brendan Crighton toRead More

Crews repairing water main break in Medford

Crews are working to repair a water main break in Medford. Water could be seen rushing down Main Street early Thursday morning. This is theRead More

Boston police arrest man in connection with Roxbury shooting

A 56-year-old Roxbury man was taken into custody early Wednesday morning in connection with a shooting incident. Officers were responding to reports of a personRead More