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Falmouth, Massachusetts, crash leaves pedestrian with life-threatening injuries

Police in Falmouth, Massachusetts, are investigating a crash that left a 29-year-old pedestrian with life-threatening injuries.

Massachusetts man charged with murder in connection to Elmira bar shooting

ELMIRA (WBNG) -- A Massachusetts man was arrested on a superior court warrant for murder in connection to a bar shooting in Elmira, authorities announced Wednesday.

Amid soaring housing costs, Mass. raises the Homestead Act limit

Filing under the act limits how much of your home can be attached, seized, or sold to pay your debts (with exceptions).

Caesars Sportsbook Massachusetts (MA): Claim A New-User Promo

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Massachusetts Voter Guide: Kate Donaghue vs. Boyd Stewart Conklin for state House

Donaghue is reluctant to claim any legislative wins for herself during her first term, explaining that the work of writing, reviewing and passing bills is a team effort. She calls out the legislators in her region for their ability to collaborate and work together to benefit residents of the entire region.

What Percentage Of Startups Fail?

Recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) suggests that a fifth of startups fail within their first year, and up to 65% of startups will fail within 10 years of opening for businesses.

This Massachusetts spot is one of the best places in the world to travel in November

Traveling in November? This region of Massachusetts is on the Conde Nast list for best places to visit next month. Here's what to know.

Ocean City girls crew performs well at Head Of The Charles Regatta in Massachusetts

Two Ocean City High School girls crew boats competed at the Head Of The Charles Regatta. The Ocean City women's 17-and-under four boat placed 10th in its division. The Ocean City women's youth four boat placed 49th out of 90 boats.

Several people injured after ‘major crash’ on Mass. Pike in Westborough

At least six people were injured in a crash on the Massachusetts Turnpike in Westborough early Wednesday morning, according to the town’s fire department.

Massachusetts men sentenced for illegal drug trafficking in Plaistow

Two Massachusetts men have pleaded guilty to illegally trafficking drugs from Puerto Rico to Plaistow. Daniel Alexander Guerrero-Mejia, 21, and German Hernandez-Mendez, 24, were sentenced Tuesday to five to 10 years in prison.

Massachusetts restaurants bring Question 5 debate to the dinner table

Ed Kane, who owns 13 restaurants across Massachusetts, said he polled his roughly 800-person workforce to get their opinions, and more than 90% of them oppose Question 5. He encourages his employees to discuss the issue with customers if they’re so inclined.

Massachusetts parents sue school district over child's AI usage

The 17-year-old student and social studies teacher at odds over the issue both took the stand in federal court Tuesday.

Parents sue Massachusetts school district over son's punishment for using AI

The lawsuit, recently filed in Massachusetts district court, says the Hingham High School senior received detention and a "D" grade on a history project after using artificial intelligence (AI). The student, identified as RNH, and a classmate used AI during the outline and research portions of their project, according to the lawsuit.

Residents expect another tight presidential race in some Massachusetts communities

Recent polling suggests that Vice President Kamala Harris will win Massachusetts, continuing a decadeslong streak of Democrats winning the state, but there are several communities across the state where past elections more closely resemble the neck-and-neck nature of national polling.

Moral argument for affordable housing in CT ineffective, Democrats say. Resident says local zoning immoral

The character of many of the towns in the state of Connecticut that we’re asked to respect was based off the housing segregation of my grandparents and my parents,” said Ivelisse Correa.

Massachusetts investing in commuter rail to relieve traffic congestion

Our roads are at a standstill,” the state’s transportation secretary said at a conference last week, detailing how the state is making passenger rail a priority.

WalletHub names top NY colleges and universities for 2025. See the list

These New York universities and colleges are some of the best in the U.S., according to a new study released by WalletHub.

'A violation on so many levels': Political yard signs set on fire outside Sterling home

STERLING — Three yard signs supporting federal Democratic candidates were lit on fire outside a Sterling home Thursday and the vandalism has drawn condemnation. "It was a violation on so many levels," Blaine Bershad, the homeowner, said Tuesday.

MIAA Power Rankings: See where boys soccer programs stand as of Oct. 22

The Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association released updated boys soccer power rankings for the fall season on Tuesday.

Massachusetts dedicates millions to address long waits for wheelchair repairs

State officials hope financial rewards for quicker fixes will spur investment in wheelchair repair operations.

Gary Gensler's Contentious Reign Over Crypto Approaches Its Twilight

The U.S. SEC chair has arguably been the individual with the greatest influence over the direction of America's crypto policies, but his days atop the agency are numbered.

New campus protest rules spur an outcry from college faculty

Last spring, pro-Palestinian tent encampments crowded schools and disrupted commencement plans, drawing accusations of antisemitism and prompting new limits.

MIT engineers create solar-powered desalination system producing 5,000 liters of water daily

Engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have created a new desalination system that harnesses the sun's power without requiring backup batteries.

Search for Massachusetts man accused of killing wife continues one year later

(WJAR) — It's been one year since a mother of four was found dead in her Gardner, Massachusetts, home. Police said Breanne Pennington was shot and killed by her husband, Aaron Pennington, who has been on the run ever since.

Car wash company launching pumpkin spice-scented car wash in New Hampshire

ScrubaDub Auto Wash Centers is launching the first-ever pumpkin-spice scented car wash in New England on Tuesday at its location in Salem. Customers can add UltraShine with pumpkin spice for $5 through Nov. 30. To enjoy the full pumpkin spice aroma, ScrubaDub recommends that customers turn on their heat or air conditioning during the wash.

Massachusetts delays compliance with California heavy-duty truck law

SACRAMENTO, California — Massachusetts is joining Oregon in delaying its compliance with California’s clean-engine rules for heavy-duty trucks, Massachusetts’ air regulator announced Friday.

Massachusetts voters could legalize psychedelics next month. What then?

If Question 4 is approved at the ballot box, advocates say it could help ease the mental health crisis. Opponents, meanwhile, worry about how such substances would be regulated.

Here’s how Harris’s, Trump’s housing plans could affect Massachusetts

As November draws near, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have offered two different pathways to address the issue of housing in the United States.

Why A Lawsuit In Massachusetts Is A Wake-Up Call For Education

Parents of a student sue Hingham High for disciplining their son over AI use in schoolwork, sparking debate on AI's role in education and policies.

With few competitive races on the ballot, Massachusetts donors turn outward in 2024

A Globe analysis of the top 500 contributions from Mass. residents in 2024 showed a steady stream of money toward mostly Democratic and nonpartisan — and some Republican — Super PACs across the country.

WMass golf teams all finish in bottom half at Div. I state championship

Minnechaug Regional, Longmeadow and East Longmeadow all departed The Haven Country Club empty-handed on Monday.

Get Cancer, Go Broke: Patients Often Go Bankrupt, Even With Insurance

New research appears to be the first to empirically show that Americans often face financial hardship and bankruptcy after being diagnosed with cancer.

Amid ballot fight, state auditor offers ideas for more transparency from Beacon Hill

Lawmakers didn't comply with Auditor Diana DiZoglio's review, which recommends changes like an easier-to-use website.

3 DFS Operators Sued for Illegal Sports Betting in Massachusetts

Lawsuit filed against Underdog Fantasy, PrizePicks, and Yahoo Fantasy Sports alleging they generate $10 million per month from prop and pick ‘em bets.

Shuttered Stop & Shop goods to go to local food banks, animal shelters

Seven Stop & Shop locations and a bfresh market are shuttering across Massachusetts at the end of the month. Local food banks are working to get the stores’ remaining items into the hands of residents dealing with hunger.

With compromise near, Wu, business leaders dig back in on tax plan

After dueling "compromise" proposals neither Mayor Wu nor business leaders sound inclined to move further on tax plan.

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