Sex Offender Accused In Arlington Rape Was Ruled Sexually Dangerous But Jury Freed Him
Essie Billingslea was convicted of rape three different times and in 2006 a judge committed him for life as a sexually dangerous person.
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Essie Billingslea was convicted of rape three different times and in 2006 a judge committed him for life as a sexually dangerous person.
Close to three hundred moms from Maine to Rhode Island made the trip to Gillette Stadium Thursday night.
A Florida appeals court has overturned the murder conviction for a former FBI agent linked to mobster Whitey Bulger.
It was a tricky mission for rescue crews in Freetown, Tuesday.
On Memorial Day, America is proving to be the land of hopes and dreams for some foreign students.
For what is believed to be the first time in the organization's history, the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay has given its "Big of the Year" award posthumously.
Prosecutors released the full text of the note Dzhokhar Tsarnaev reportedly wrote on the wall of the boat in which he was hiding following a shootout with police in April.
Crowds of people gathered in Cambridge hoping to catch a glimpse of Johnny Depp.
The images went public just as crews were making fast work of building a set for the film "Black Mass."
A "black mass" re-enactment that was scheduled to be held on the campus of Harvard University was canceled after protests.
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation was having some fun with a gentle reminder to Friday morning commuters.
A Massachusetts hiker has been rescued from the White Mountains in New Hampshire after suffering an accidental, self-inflicted knife wound.
Webster police say a misunderstanding, not a robbery, that left the shelves empty at a Webster food pantry.
Volunteers at the Webster/Dudley Foodshare program are scrambling to restock their shelves, after someone broke in and cleaned the place out.
Rockland Police have released a sketch of the man they say is wanted for kidnapping a 9-year-old boy, Tuesday afternoon.
The Arlington Health Department is warning residents after two children and an adult were bitten by a rabid raccoon over the weekend.
When baby Carisa arrived at Massachusetts General Hospital on the afternoon of April 22nd, she weighed in at an impressive 14 pounds, 5 ounces.
Police are investigating the death of a 52-year-old woman.
For hours, Watertown was on lockdown as teams went door to door looking for Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.
The tragedy of the Boston Marathon bombings slowed them down, but it could not prevent the wedding of Marc Fucarile and Jen Regan.
Watertown Police officers came face to face with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects during a shootout on the city's streets.
A grand jury has indicted two more men in connection with the murder of Odin Lloyd in North Attleboro.
The State Department has issued a worldwide caution, saying al-Qaeda wants to kidnap Americans and other westerners in an effort to get ransom money to finance terror plots.
Instead of leaving town to commemorate the Marathon bombings, they're getting married at Fenway Park.
The town of Plymouth is paying its final respects to a veteran police officer killed in the line of duty.
A Lawrence community came together to save a woman who was trapped underneath her car.
Brayden Point reached 600 career points with a power-play goal, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 27 saves and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Thursday night.
Investigators believe the men knew about the package that was being delivered.
Local fire chiefs say crews on the west coast are likely working double or triple shifts under extreme conditions.
Massachusetts approved court transcribers have not received a pay raise since 1988, an issue they're trying to get legislators to pay attention to.
Investigators believe the men knew about the package that was being delivered.
A Lawrence community came together to save a woman who was trapped underneath her car.
Mike Vrabel, who won three Super Bowls with the New England Patriots as a player, has interviewed for the team's head coaching job.
Fitchburg firefighters have responded to three electrical fires in the last two weeks.
Newly sworn in New Hampshire Gov. Kelly Ayotte urged businesses in Massachusetts to make the move to the Granite State.
A Massachusetts doctor said he welcomes the surgeon general's proposal to add warning labels to alcohol about the links to cancer but some business owners are concerned this will affect their sales.
Massachusetts is seeing an increase in reported norovirus cases this season compared to the previous year.
A 6-year-old boy has RSV, strep throat, and pneumonia. His mother never thought a cough could escalate so fast.
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
If beauty products are on your Christmas list this year, one Massachusetts doctor is urging you to check labels for ingredients that may be hazardous to your health.
If you carry a credit card balance, beware. You'll be paying a lot more for those Christmas gifts due to rising interest rates.
A family visiting Boston left behind a videotape with precious memories in their rental car.
A Cape Cod woman reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action after struggling to get her health insurance provider to approve an overnight hospital stay for a major surgical procedure.
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.
At the Consumer Electronics Show, car companies showed how dashboards, skylights and even windshields can transform into a digital playground.
Meta - the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and Threads - said it's ending its fact-checking program. What does that mean for social media?
Veteran political reporter Gin Dumcius of CommonWealth Beacon previewed the upcoming legislative session and other key 2025 topics in Massachusetts politics.
By beating Ted Kennedy in 1980, Jon Keller says Jimmy Carter opened the door for Michael Dukakis, Paul Tsongas and John Kerry.
Jon Keller said Jimmy Carter is a worthy study in what makes a great American great.
Nordstrom is closing stores that anchor two Massachusetts malls.
Many stores and supermarkets in Massachusetts are open Christmas Eve but closing early.
Holiday shoppers his the malls on Saturday to get last-minute gifts and a little bit of holiday cheer.
A romance bookstore - the first in the Boston area - has opened its doors in Cambridge, giving fans of the genre the chance to revel in romantic reads.
Ocean State Job Lot announced this week it is taking over another Christmas Tree Shops location, this one in North Attleboro.
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.
Brayden Point reached 600 career points with a power-play goal, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 27 saves and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Thursday night.
Mike Vrabel, who won three Super Bowls with the New England Patriots as a player, has interviewed for the team's head coaching job.
The New England Patriots would like to speak with Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn about their head-coaching vacancy.
The Boston Bruins will play another outdoor game in 2026, this time in Tampa against the Lightning.
The New England Patriots will interview Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson for their head coaching vacancy on Friday.
Why are there giant pink inflatable sculptures in downtown Boston? It's part of a new art installation.
Centuries-old angels have been uncovered at the Old North Church in Boston, made famous by Paul Revere's midnight ride.
A dog trainer in Massachusetts managed to create the perfect "dog nativity scene" that's going viral on social media.
Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a 20-year-old blind cat who was seen floating on a piece of ice in Westford.
The Mount Washington Observatory shared photos of staff members hanging ten on "rime ice" formations.