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Boston police confirm two men were stabbed near Brockton playground, while a state trooper was injured in a weapon discharge incident. Kenmore Square’s CITGO sign will shut down for renovation, and two communities cancel Fourth of July events due to safety concerns.

Boston's episode covers a serious collision in Revere, ongoing school bus strikes in Marlboro, and updates on World Cup watch party plans in Massachusetts. It also features a local editorial pushing for Boston's own tech weeks to boost public engagement with innovation.

Boston residents should stay tuned for updates on a serious crash in Revere that left one person injured, the ongoing concerns about dead fish in Boston’s waterways, and the rare sighting of the USS Constitution in Boston Harbor. The episode also touches on Massachusetts' competition with California in the AI industry.

Boston's Memorial Day ceremonies honored fallen heroes from Charles River to Martha’s Vineyard, while Massachusetts rideshare drivers gained union certification, marking a key labor victory. The state also faced budget concerns as officials grappled with rising costs and stagnant tax revenue, amid the mourning of firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr.

Boston police are investigating a fatal shooting in Winthrop after a woman was killed in her apartment complex, with authorities treating it as a targeted attack. A driver also faces DUI charges following a collision with a state police vehicle in downtown Boston late Tuesday night.

Boston's Massachusetts Senate passed new child protection laws to close a loophole and prevent child sexual abuse, while a Boston firefighter died in a Dorchester triple-decker fire, sparking calls for better fire safety. Boston Common hosted a tribute to fallen service members with thousands of flags, and state officials announced a record-high government workforce in Massachusetts.

Boston authorities honor fallen service members with a Memorial Day tribute at the State Memorial Park, while a second suspect is charged in a statewide series of armed bank robberies. The Massachusetts Senate closes a loophole to protect children from sexual abuse, advancing a key legislative measure.

Boston officials approve new safety measures to prevent wrong-way driving after a state trooper's fatal crash, including enhanced signage and stricter penalties. A police investigation leads to temporary closure of Marshfield Street in Boston following a vehicle collision.

Boston: Healthcare workers at Mass General Brigham are preparing for a potential 7-day strike over staffing and patient care concerns, while Massachusetts State Police undergo major reforms including the closure of their training academy. Students in Massachusetts are also suing the education department over alleged school segregation and resource disparities.

Boston hit a record high of 88.7°F on May 20, 2026, prompting a heat warning, while severe storms and power outages disrupted parts of the city earlier in the week. A state audit uncovered misconduct among Massachusetts public workers, including fraudulent time reporting, sparking an internal review.

Boston: A pickup truck crash in the Hanson area killed a driver, while the Trump administration's revocation of Temporary Protected Status raises concerns for Boston's immigrant communities. A former Massachusetts immigration judge is suing the Trump administration over his firing, and new details from a viral McDonald’s manager video have sparked calls for workplace transparency.

Boston firefighters contained a fire in East Boston overnight that damaged two buildings, while the Massachusetts Senate's budget proposal faces scrutiny over $200 million in earmarks. Educators and community leaders are also criticizing plans to cut over 1,400 school positions across the state.

Boston's episode covers a deadly lumber mill explosion in Maine, a pipe bomb found in Lakeville, and a new state law proposal to ban self-funded campaigns. It also highlights free preseason physicals for Boston Public Schools athletes.

Boston police are investigating a severe moped crash in Dorchester that left a rider with life-threatening injuries and a stabbing at an MBTA station where a man was slashed in the neck. A man has also been charged with threatening Boston University deans and making mass shooting references, sparking concerns about campus safety and mental health.

Boston authorities are investigating a threat against Boston University linked to a man from Chelsea who sent alarming messages to students and faculty. State officials are also addressing delays in unemployment claims as they work to streamline the system amid reports of backlogs affecting thousands of workers.

Boston's episode covers the funeral of Massachusetts State Police Trooper Kevin Trainor, the Red Sox's win over the Yankees, and the state's brain drain issue with college graduates leaving for better job opportunities. It also highlights Boston's bike lane expansion along the Charles River and the city's weather forecast.

Boston's episode covers a Cambridge shooting with a high-speed pursuit, the early release of alleged Memorial Drive gunman Tyler Brown, and an assault rifle attack near Boston injuring two. The segment also highlights the wake for fallen Mass. State Police Trooper Kevin Trainor.

Boston police respond to multiple violent incidents in Cambridge, including a daylight shooting on Memorial Drive and a gunman attack, while a man faces charges for throwing a gun at state troopers on I-93. City officials propose using congestion tolls to pressure state lawmakers like Maura Healey and Mayor Michelle Wu on fiscal accountability.

Boston's healthcare sector sees a major advancement with AI aiding early Alzheimer’s diagnosis in Massachusetts. The city also prepares for the 2026 World Cup with planned viewing events, while weather remains mild with a 5% chance of rain.

Boston's latest lottery winner, a Stop & Shop customer, has claimed a $10 million prize in a multi-state draw, with authorities asking for anonymity. Meanwhile, Massachusetts RNC members are pressuring Republican candidate Shortsleeve to drop out of the primary, and the Red Sox have postponed their game against the Rays.

Boston officials are intensifying efforts to combat wrong-way driving on highways after recent collisions and fatalities, while drought conditions worsen across the state with warnings of water shortages and potential restrictions. The Massachusetts Senate passed the Protect Act to streamline immigration processes, and over 200 students gathered in Danvers for the Empowering Youth Voices Summit fo...

Boston authorities charged eight gang members with federal drug trafficking and firearm offenses linked to violent crimes across the city. The state attorney general faces a deadline to proceed with a lawsuit over financial transparency, while a Massachusetts man was arrested in two Boston bank robberies.

Boston cops investigate fatal crash on Route 1 in Lynnfield involving slain State Police Trooper Kevin Trainor, while a shooting in Dorchester leaves one injured, and businesses prepare for the phased elimination of the penny. The episode covers the trooper’s heroic actions, the ongoing Dorchester shooting inquiry, and the impact of removing the penny on retail practices.

Boston: A man was killed in a two-motorcycle collision and another Massachusetts man was stabbed to death near Times Square in NYC. State housing officials face scrutiny over the controversial 'tenant from hell' initiative and Boston Market's final Massachusetts location closed in 2025.

Boston's episode covers a major fire at a Millis Christmas tree farm, a fatal dirt bike crash at a Massachusetts motocross track, and Governor Healey's new e-bike legislation. A toddler is critically injured after falling from a balcony in Ayer, while a missing goat in Massachusetts sparks community efforts.