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A massive fire that ripped through Dorchester's expansive Treadmark Building last month started when a heat source was too close to combustible materials during the testing of an emergency generator, authorities said Wednesday.
Boston Police said one of their officers was hurt while struggling to wrestle a gun from a man during a traffic stop Monday.
A city councilor is pointing out the similarities between the massive weekend fire that destroyed an apartment complex in Waltham and a blaze that tore through a complex in Dorchester a month ago, and asking the state to revisit construction laws.
Vandals trashed a Dorchester tennis club over the weekend, leaving $20,000 in damage, just as it was getting ready to host a week of day camps for kids.
One man is dead and another is wounded after a shooting in Dorchester.
Boston Police are searching for a newer-model maroon or red SUV with silver running boards in connection to the shooting that left a young man in critical condition.
The Suffolk County DA's office said Khamonie McCalop is charged with the murder of 17-year-old Christopher Menard.
Dozens hopped on their bikes and hit the road for the 2nd annual Bike Ride for Peace.
A six-year-old girl was rushed to the hospital early Friday morning after she fell out of a window in Dorchester.
An early morning fire forced 12 people out of their homes in Dorchester Monday.
An original copy of the Declaration of Independence will be on display in Boston for the Fourth of July.
The massive fire at the Treadmark building in the Ashmont section of Dorchester is raising questions about a commonly-used building material.
A car hit the corner of a building early Thursday morning, leaving two people hurt and a huge hole left behind.
Firefighters are on scene of a large fire that has spread through the roof of an under construction Dorchester Ave. building that was set to open soon.
A tow truck driver says he was shot in the back for just doing what he was hired to do.
It's a tough scene to watch: a woman realizing her friend has overdosed and using narcan to revive him.
The Dorchester Fatherhood Program says they focus on teaching fathering skills, self-exploration, common sense, and historical/cultural awareness.
Five people were shot overnight in four different locations in Roxbury and Dorchester--though Boston Police say they don't believe any of the shootings were connected.
A 17-year-old was shot Saturday afternoon on the same playground where another man was killed last September.
Archie Livingston Foxworth, pastor at the Grace Church of All Nations in Dorchester, is among nine men facing a solicitation charge.
An MBTA bus and two other vehicles were involved in a crash in Dorchester Monday morning.
A Boston Public Works employee died early Friday, hours after he was critically injured in a crash.
A Good Samaritan rescued a jet skier after a collision in Dorchester Bay Wednesday night.
Officers responded to a report of a shooting in Dorchester around 11 p.m. Saturday.
Boston Police arrested a pastor Tuesday who they say had a large stash of drugs and cash, as well as thousands of dollars worth of stolen property.
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
If you missed a score from one of the many, many high school football games in Massachusetts from Thanksgiving week, we have them here!
A man was taken to the hospital Wednesday morning after he was shocked while putting up holiday lights in a Wellesley, Massachusetts neighborhood.
The Boston Bruins have been generating more scoring chances under Joe Sacco, but still can't seem to put the puck in the net.
A driver plowed into a Cape Cod restaurant Wednesday morning, injuring two people.
One of the strongest storms we've seen in quite a while will bring rain and snow on Thanksgiving.
If you missed a score from one of the many, many high school football games in Massachusetts from Thanksgiving week, we have them here!
A driver plowed into a Cape Cod restaurant Wednesday morning, injuring two people.
A man was taken to the hospital Wednesday morning after he was electrocuted while putting up holiday in a Wellesley, Massachusetts neighborhood.
After more than two weeks, teachers and students headed back to class Wednesday in two Massachusetts communities after a teacher strike ended.
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
Jon Keller has his annual list of turkeys in the Boston area for Thanksgiving 2024.
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
Massachusetts voters approved ballot questions on the auditor's authority and the MCAS, but lawmakers may still tinker with them.
Donald Trump won 75 cities and towns in Massachusetts in the 2024 election. Eleven of them voted Democrat four years ago.
If you were looking for surprises, the 2024 election likely wasn't for you.
The CEO of TJ Maxx says President-elect Trump's tariffs plan could be good for business.
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
The Museum of Ice Cream will open its doors this December in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.
It appears Tree House Brewing Company has big plans to expand in Boston, according to filings with the city.
Here's where to find Veterans Day 2024 free food offers and discounts at restaurants in Massachusetts.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
If you missed a score from one of the many, many high school football games in Massachusetts from Thanksgiving week, we have them here!
The Boston Bruins have been generating more scoring chances under Joe Sacco, but still can't seem to put the puck in the net.
The New England Patriots will host the Indianapolis Colts on what will be a throwback Sunday at Gillette Stadium.
The Boston Red Sox missed out on free-agent starter Blake Snell, and are now reportedly shifting focus to lefty ace Max Fried to lead their rotation.
Jake DeBrusk scored a power-play goal in his return to Boston as the Vancouver Canucks beat the Bruins 2-0 on Tuesday night.
Researchers spotted a right whale in Cape Cod Bay exhibiting behavior that is typically seen later in the season.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.