Massachusetts SNAP benefits at risk amid government shutdown
Gov. Healey says there's "no way" Massachusetts would be able to make up for lost SNAP funding from the federal government.
Bill would put limits on self-checkout at grocery stores
There's a push on Beacon Hill to limit self-checkout at grocery stores in Massachusetts.
New Sam Adams beer is illegal to buy in 15 states
Boston-based brewer Sam Adams has released a new beer that's so strong it can't be sold in 15 states, including New Hampshire.
Massive stingray with long, venomous tail caught on video off RI
The roughtail stingray can grow up to 8 feet wide and weigh close to 800 pounds.
Powerball ticket worth big money set to expire if not claimed
A winning Powerball ticket sold in Massachusetts will be worthless soon if nobody steps up to claim it.
Panera founder's gift to fund Worcester school's "transformation"
Panera founder Ron Shaich is writing a big check to fund major changes at Clark University in Worcester.
New right whale population estimate shows "positive news"
The North Atlantic right whale population continues to grow slightly, but advocates say stronger protections are needed for the species' survival.
Worcester is testing new kind of blue light on police cruisers
Worcester residents may notice something different on police cruisers in the city: Steady blue lights instead of flashing ones.
Framingham supermarket closing less than a year after it opened
The Fresh Market on Route 9 in Framingham is set to close less than a year after it opened.
"Wimpy Kid" author talks new book, plans for downtown Plainville
"Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Partypooper" author Jeff Kinney talked about his new book and gave an update on plans to revitalize downtown Plainville.
Reward offered after protected Canada lynx killed in Maine
Authorities in Maine are looking to arrest whoever shot and killed a Canada lynx in Perham this week.
Mount Washington records first snow of the season
New Hampshire's Mount Washington Observatory reported its first measurable snow of the season on Wednesday.
Where to watch the Head of the Charles this weekend
The Head of the Charles is happening this weekend in Boston and Cambridge. Here's what to know about the course map, where to watch and road closures.
Transportation secretary out in MassDOT shakeup
Transportation Sec. Monica Tibbits-Nutt is out and MBTA GM Phil Eng was promoted in a MassDOT shakeup.
State fights "street takeovers" with citations, arrests and money
Gov. Healey detailed efforts to prevent "street takeovers" in Massachusetts with citations, arrests and millions of dollars in traffic safety grants.