Severe Stomach Virus On The Rise In MA: What To Know

Symptoms can include frequent vomiting, watery diarrhea and fever, and may last several days or a week.

Hotel Shooter On The Run + Crash Injures Driver, Kills Dog + State Of Housing Market: MA Weekend

Plus: MA pot possession limit doubles, and a rare wild mushroom used for cooking is believed to be in peak season.

MA Pot Possession Limit Doubles For 4-20 As Gov. Healey Signs New Bill

The new law allows residents to possess up to 2 grams of marijuana and restructures the state Cannabis Control Commission.

Freebies, Discounted Dining Deals For Boston Marathon Weekend: MA Cheap Eats

From all-you-can-eat pancakes to free post-race meals, here are some of the best cheap eats to check out.

ER Visits For Tick Bites At Highest Level In A Decade: What To Know In MA

The Northeast is seeing the most tick bite visits, followed by the Midwest, Southwest, West and South Central regions, respectively.

MA Among Most Expensive Places To Raise A Small Child, Study Finds

The new analysis examined everything from the cost of rent and food to infant day care and transportation.

Popular Sports Bar Debuts + MA Breweries Among Best In U.S.: Food Week

Plus, drivers for food delivery apps will now need a permit to operate in this Mass. city.

Iconic Fashion Brand Expands + Convenience Store Closures: MA Business Week

Plus, a shopping plaza in Mass. is getting a major expansion.

Massachusetts Housing Market Shows Shift Toward Buyers

While prices continue to hold up, homes are taking longer to sell and more sellers are cutting prices.

Business Groups Object To Paper Bag Fee In Massachusetts Environmental Bond Bill

The National Federation of Independent Businesses is one of the industry groups opposed to a bag fee or ban.

Drug-Resistant Stomach Bug On The Rise: What To Know In MA

Labeled a "public health threat" by the CDC, the bug can cause diarrhea, fever and more.

Mega Millions Sales Down 24% In Massachusetts, One Year After Format Switch Made Tickets More Expensive

"Jackpots are expected to grow faster and get to higher dollar amounts more frequently in the new game," the Lottery said.

What Is The Significance Of The Strait Of Hormuz? A Massachusetts Professor Weighs In.

In normal times, the Strait of Hormuz is a 21-mile-wide stretch through which hundreds of tankers carry 20% of the world's oil.

3 MA Breweries Among Top 50 Craft Breweries of 2025

New national rankings spotlight Bay State craft brewers among the top 50 in the country.

Beloved MA Bar Expands To Cape Cod With New Outdoor Venue

The family-friendly venue will feature a main bar, lawn games, live music and food trucks.

Severe Storms Threaten MA Amid Summer Surge Of Warmth: See Latest Timeline

Damaging winds are possible as strong thunder and lightning storms move into the region for the second straight day.

'It's About Control': MA Gov. Healey Falls Short Of House Bill Pushing Teen Social Media Ban

Gov. Maura Healey proposed state-imposed default settings limiting use times, location tracking and targeted advertising toward teens.

MA State Parks Offer Free April School Vacation Outdoor Earth Day Events

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation is waiving parking fees for state parks next week for school vacation.

7-Eleven Plans Mass Closures: Here’s What It Could Mean For MA Stores

The business was founded in Texas nearly a century ago.

Community Holds Vigil For 10-Year-Old Girl Killed In Worcester County Crash

Marleigh Guevara, 10, was hit by a vehicle on Saturday while outside near her home in Webster.

10-Year-Old Girl Dies After Being Struck By Car In Worcester County

Police have identified the driver, but it's not yet clear whether they have been charged.

This MA Community Ranked In 100 Best Places To Live List

Just one city in the Bay State made the list, which aims to spotlight places where residents can realistically afford to live.

When Hummingbirds Return To Massachusetts And What To Do To Attract Them

They began arriving in southern U.S. states in February and will be in northern states by early May.

Wicked Warmup As Summerlike Stretch Hits MA: How Hot Will It Get?

Temperatures will soar to near 80 degrees for the first time in more than six months this week.

Elusive Mushroom Will Pop Up In MA Forests; Here's How To Find Them

Morels are among the most sought-after wild mushrooms globally.

Fatal Highway Crash + Pregnant Hospital Staffer Assaulted + Classic Cape Cod Factory Closure: MA Weekend

Plus: Historic home in Boston for sale at hefty price.

USPS Worker Pinned Under Mail Truck After Massachusetts Crash Lucky To Be Alive, Fire Chief Says

The mail carrier ended up with her body half inside the truck and half out, according to Fire Chief Michael Fasolino.

How To Score A Free Chicken Sandwich + Ice Cream Cone This Week: MA Cheap Eats

From a free chicken sandwich to a no-strings-attached scoop of ice cream, here’s how to take advantage.

Fatal MA Car Crashes Down, Data Shows, But News Isn't All Good

A total of 352 people lost their lives in Massachusetts driving accidents last year, according to newly released federal statistics.

MA Among States People Are Most Interested In Leaving, Survey Finds

Massachusetts is among a group of Northeastern states that landed at the bottom of a recent analysis.

Severe Tick-Borne Meat, Dairy Allergy Disease On Rise Across MA: What You Need To Know

Alpha-gal syndrome, which is carried most commonly by the Lone Star tick, is becoming more frequent in New England due to climate change.

Gourmet Burger Spot Debuts + MA Pizzeria Recognized: Food Week

Plus, a new Mediterranean restaurant has opened its doors.

Popular Clothing Store Debuts + Longtime Steakhouse Shutters: MA Business Week

Plus, a coworking space is closing, and more than 50 job cuts are coming to a senior care provider.

MA Pizzeria Named Best 'Hidden Gem' In The State

Takeout Media picked one pizza business from each state in its latest ranking.

Some Of The Biggest Bets In US Are Being Made By Massachusetts Lottery Players

New data shows players in Massachusetts spend far more on lottery tickets than those in other states do.

MA College Among 'New Ivies' In New List Of Employer-Preferred Schools

The New Ivies list, now in its third year, identifies 10 public and 10 private institutions gaining traction with recruiters.

MA Senate Presses Statewide Single-Use Plastic Bag Ban, Recycle Bag Fee

The proposed ban would force all communities to enforce a ban on plastic bags at retail stores across the Commonwealth.

10 Events To Take Care Of The Planet In Massacusetts

There are plenty of Earth Day and Arbor Day events happening in Massachusetts.

Free Ice Cream From Ben & Jerry's Across Massachusetts

Ben & Jerry's is giving away ice cream next week on Free Cone Day.

Massachusetts Has One Of Most Beautiful Small Towns In US, Condé Nast Says

Condé Nast Traveler said its Most Beautiful Small Towns list offers travelers a slower pace without teeming crowds.