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Local businessman Herb Chambers donates $100 million toward cancer care at MGH

Local businessman and Dorchester native Herb Chambers has donated $100 million to Massachusetts General Hospital to help pay for a new state-of-the-art<a class="excerpt-read-more" href=" More

Scientific Games Lines Up Deal for NBA-Licensed Scratch Games

Scientific Games, specializing in scratch-off lotteries, will introduce NBA-licensed instant scratch-offs across the U.S. in a multi-year agreement.

Former US Attorney Rachael Rollins calls federal indictment brought against Fernandes Anderson ‘bull[expletive]’

Former US Attorney Rachael Rollins on Friday derided the federal corruption charges filed against City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson as a “bull[expletive]” prosecution during an online conversation with one of Anderson’s council colleagues.

Counties in Massachusetts where landslides pose the greatest threat

Combined, these elements create the highest vulnerability to landslides in the region. Much of West Virginia, in particular, is at risk: In 47 of the state’s 55 counties, more than 90% of the land is susceptible to slides. Parts of Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee, and North Carolina are also exceedingly vulnerable.

Red Sox Projected To Land $210 Million Ace After Acquiring Garrett Crochet

The Boston Red Sox could be in the market for another starting pitcher after adding Garrett Crochet, with one writer predicting Boston to land Corbin Burnes.

Massachusetts Man arrested for paying train fare

WINDSOR, Conn. (WFSB) - A Massachusetts man was arrested in Windsor after failing to pay his train fare. Connecticut state police say a trooper was alerted by a train conductor at the Windsor Train station yesterday that a man failed to pay their train fare. The trooper boarded the train and told the man to leave.

Colleges Warn Foreign Students to Get to Campus Before Trump Takes Office

Harvard, Penn and U.S.C. were among the universities and colleges that issued advisories in anticipation of possible travel bans.

Strongest wind ‘still to come,’ forecasters say as rain drenches Mass.

Raindrops pattered down across Massachusetts throughout Wednesday morning and early afternoon, but forecasters warned the weather would increase in severity as windspeeds climbed later in the day.

Massachusetts man arrested in Colchester on drug, assault charges, police say

A Massachusetts man was arrested early Wednesday after police said he assaulted two people outside of a Colchester convenience store.

‘Santa-antics’: Man rescued from chimney after fleeing Massachusetts drug bust

A drug bust turned into a seasonally appropriate rescue in Fall River as detectives removed a fleeing suspect who got stuck in a chimney. Fall River police officers executed a search warrant at a house on the 100-block of Canal Street Tuesday evening when two men fled the scene, according to the police department.

Massachusetts spent less on emergency shelters in FY24 than originally projected, report shows

The cost of the system, which is projected to run upwards of $1 billion in fiscal years 2025 and 2026 if current demand continues, is still not sustainable for Massachusetts, the spokesperson said in a statement.

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren hopes to serve Massachusetts for another six years

Massachusetts’ first elected woman senator Liz Warren has been working for more than a decade to improve the quality of life for her constituents.

Mizzou football snapshots: Snap counts, PFF grades from Tigers' win over Massachusetts

Missouri's Saturday win over UMass was comfortable and therefore went about as expected. The Tigers enjoyed a chance to recover against minimal opposition and in that, they got something that they needed.

Lucas: A bold stand by Healey

It was bold of Gov. Maura Healey to order the lowering of the U.S. and Massachusetts flags to half-staff in memory of those killed in Hamas’ terrorist attack a year ago on Oct. 7. Healey put the

Are Columbus Day and Indigenous People Day federal holidays?

While the latter has gained significant recognition and support in recent years, it has not yet been established as a federal holiday like the former.

Opinion: A classroom teacher’s perspective: Vote 'no' on dropping MCAS

Opinion: Mashpee teacher Jennifer Amendo urges Bay State voters to reject ballot Question 2 that would drop MCAS test as a graduation requirement.

Massachusetts Hospitals Postpone Surgeries Amid IV Fluid Crisis Triggered by Hurricane Helene's Fury

Mass General Brigham postpones surgeries due to an IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene damages a key supplier's plant.

‘Salaam. Shalom. Peace.’ How US interfaith groups work for peace in a time of war.

While interfaith coalitions might seem quaint in a time when fewer Americans attend church, experts in conflict resolution say the work of these interreligious groups is vital to reweaving the tattered fabric of society.

UMass men’s soccer falls short, loses 4-2 against Davidson

With lights on for Saturday night soccer, the Massachusetts men’s soccer team’s first half was dark going down 2-0 at halftime and ultimately fell short in a 4-2 loss to Davidson.

Mizzou coach Eli Drinkwitz wanted team to 'respond.' He says they did

Mizzou coach Eli Drinkwitz talks about the Oct. 12, 2024 game against the University of Massachusetts. Video provided by Mizzou Athletics, edited by Jenna Jones.

Devyn Murphy of Wareham featured on unsolved homicide playing card

WAREHAM, Mass. (WWLP) – The state police featured a playing card on social media Saturday with the unsolved case of a Wareham victim. Twenty-two years ago, on October 13, 2002, Devyn Murphy was at a house party at 4 Weaver Street in Wareham. There was an altercation outside, and Devyn was stabbed to death.

American Red Cross seeks more volunteers to help after Hurricane Milton, Helene

Jeff Hall, regional communications manager for the American Red Cross, joined WBZ-TV to discuss recovery efforts throughout the southeastern United States.

UB football’s special teams shine in 30-15 win against Toledo

It took the Bulls a few months and a few games to catch up to that reputation, but UB’s special teams continued their progression and made an impression on the outcome of a 30-15 win against Toledo on Saturday at UB Stadium.

‘I found them for $12 on Rock Auto’: Mechanic has to install this Jeep Wrangler part on a customer’s car. He can’t believe its price

An auto mechanic was left stunned after seeing what Jeep charged for a set of rubber gasket rings for its vehicle.

Opinion | Lessons From Massachusetts Institute of Technology And The US For Indian Startups

MIT promotes a culture of curiosity and a constant thirst for learning and knowledge. They also emphasise the importance of the art of storytelling for a startup, the necessity of having the spirit of a pirate,

Vernon museum looks at the early history of the Thanksgiving celebration

Thanksgiving is often linked to the 1612 harvest feast held by the Puritans in Plymouth, Massachusetts, but many criticize this association for promoting a colonial myth. In reality, harvest celebr

Man struck by MBTA bus sent to hospital with serious injuries, police say

A man suffered serious injuries Saturday after he was struck by a Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority bus, according to Transit Police Superintendent Richard Sullivan. The man was struck by the bus at about 11:55 a.m. in the lower busway at the Forest Hills Station, Sullivan told MassLive. He was brought to a local hospital.

Massachusetts ballot question 4: Supporters say people are using psychedelics already, and they should be legal

Veterans touted psychedelics as a critical mental health treatment option, particularly when other medications and therapies are ineffective. Elected officials gathered last week to discuss those

Federal judge approves class action lawsuit alleging violence, bias against 150 Black and Latino inmates

While the lawsuit is focused on the events of January-February of 2020 it is part of a longstanding continuing pattern at the maximum-security facility, said David Milton, a senior staff attorney at Prisoners' Legal Services.

Glenn Chin, Mass. pharmacist tied to meningitis outbreak, sentenced in Michigan

Glenn Chin supervised production at the New England Compounding Center in Framingham, which shipped steroids for pain relief to clinics across the country.

Health regulator completes review of Steward doctors group sale

Steward Health Care Network is the third largest-physician contracting network in Massachusetts with about 2,950 physicians.

Luther Burden’s long TD run gets No. 21 Missouri started in 45-3 rout of Minutement

Missouri receiver Luther Burden scored on a 61-yard jet sweep less than a minute into the game and the 21st-ranked Tigers went on to beat Massachusetts 45-3.

New rules should make methadone easier to get, but change is slow in many places

An effective treatment for opioid addiction is easier to get after the Biden administration changed rules. That's making a difference for some people battling opioid use disorder, but access is still limited.

Nascimento: MCAS uphold standards for our students and economy

As the commonwealth’s voters go to the polls in less than a month, we at the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce are deeply concerned about Massachusetts Ballot Question 2, which

Massachusetts pharmacist gets up to 15 years in prison for meningitis outbreak deaths

A Massachusetts pharmacist has been sentenced in Michigan to 7 1/2 to 15 years in prison for his role in a 2012 national meningitis outbreak that killed dozens of people