MA Student Social Media Ban Bill Among 'Most Restrictive In The Country'

The State House of Representatives will vote on a bill that would ban social media apps for all children 13 years old or younger.

107-Year-Old World War II Veteran Honored At Massachusetts State House

Arthur Rose survived Pearl Harbor and was at the Battle of Normandy.

Massachusetts Landscapers May Be Charging More This Spring Due To Rising Gas Prices

"Everybody wants their properties looking well, so then my prices are going to have to go up a little bit," Andrew Pecorella said.

These Are MA's Best Graduate Schools, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

The rankings evaluate programs in a variety of disciplines, including engineering, medicine, business, law, education, nursing, and more.

$4M Winning Lottery Ticket + Fox Bites MA Woman + Crime Spree At Gas Station: MA Weekend

Plus: one tax statistic that may surprise residents.

April Snow Puts Spring On Hold Across MA: See Latest Forecast

Snow will be in the air across parts of the state Tuesday morning and early evening before a big weekend warmup.

This MA Eatery Is Serving Up $1 Oysters: Cheap Eats

The deal is offered daily from 5 to 7 p.m. and all day on Sundays.

5 Restaurants Opening In MA In April

Bay State foodies have plenty to be excited about this April, as five new restaurants are set to open and reopen across the state.

Beloved Grocery Chain Grows + 500 Workers Face Cuts: MA Business Week

Plus, two bars in the Bay State are among the best in North America, according to a new list.

Popular Soup Dumpling Chain Coming + Beloved Steakhouse Debuts: MA Food Week

Plus, a Miami-based all-day wellness cafe charts a Massachusetts opening.

See Lyrid Meteors, Comets In MA In April: Best Times To Watch

The skies over Massachusetts will be lit up with a variety of astronomical phenomena in April.

Massachusetts Drivers Frustrated By Rising Gas Prices: "I Had To Get A Second Job"

AAA Northeast says since the war Iran began on Feb 28, prices at the pump have risen 91 cents.

MA Man Kills 90-Year-Old Grandmother, Injures Father And Sister Inside Hudson Home: DA

A man is accused of killing his grandmother and injuring his father and sister in a fatal attack inside the family's home on Tuesday.

5 Events That Are Practically A Rite Of Spring In Massachusetts

There's so much to do in Massachusetts now that spring is here.

Massachusetts Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll Joins Waterstone of Lexington for Women’s Institute Graduation

The program was designed to dismantle the unique barriers women face in the public sector

Deadly Crash In Worcester County Prompts State Police Investigation

Crews responded to a fatal crash on Route 20 eastbound on Tuesday morning.

MA's Tax Burden May Not Be As Bad As You Think

With tax time around the corner, a new study examines which states have the highest and lowest tax burdens.

Pricey Berries In Massachusetts Could Be Early Indicator Of War-Related Grocery Price Spike

USDA reports show wholesale prices of raspberries in Boston have gone up about 40% since January.

Easter 2026 Grocery And Retail Hours: What's Open And Closed In MA?

Here's what to know if you are heading to the stores this Easter Sunday.

NWS Kicking Off SKYWARN Storm Spotter Training In Massachusetts

Train to become the nation's first line of defense against dangerous storms.

MA Commuter Rail Free Fridays, Half-Price Monthy Pass Sale Set For This Summer

Gov. Maura Healey announced the $9 million program designed to boost ridership, reward commuters, and celebrate rail improvements.

2 Killed Helicopter Crash In Hawaii + Beverly Mansion Invasion + Bakery Closes After 100+ Years: MA Weekend

Plus: Boston College hires a famous actor's son to lead its basketball program into the future.

Massachusetts Police Chief Issues Warning Over E-Bikes: "If This Trend Continues It Will Unquestionably Result In Tragedy."

"Some of them are really fast; they scoot around through the woods and tend to be pretty dangerous," Bryan Meggison said.

2 From Massachusetts Killed In Helicopter Crash In Hawaii

Three people died and two were injured when a sightseeing plane crashed into the ocean off the coast of the Hawaiian island of Kauai.

Beloved Italian Favorite Closing + Milkshake Factory Is Here: Food Week

Plus, a new deli is serving up bagels and stacked sandwiches inside a popular Boston food hall.

Brand-New Sports Hub Takes Shape + Popular MA Stores Set To Close: Business Week

Plus, a look at which stores in the Bay State could be closing this year.

Free All-You-Can-Eat Fenway Franks For Red Sox Home Opener: MA Cheap Eats

Boston fans can officially get excited! The Red Sox Home Opener is kicking off next week, and a longtime diner is celebrating.

These MA Stores Among More Than 1,400 In US Expected To Close In 2026

Retail, grocery and restaurant chains are closing hundreds of locations in 2026.

Body Of Missing MA Man Found In Worcester County Lake

He had been missing since escaping from Heywood Hospital in Gardner in October.

9 Charged In Stolen Identity Benefits Fraud Scheme

The nine were charged as part of a federal crackdown on benefit fraud schemes, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Thieves Used Hidden Cameras, Wi-Fi Jammers To Target Massachusetts Homeowners For Break-Ins, DA Says

Attorney Marian Ryan said the suspects, all in their mid-20s, were "intensively surveilling the individuals who would become their victims."

What Is The Gas Tax Refund For Mass Pike Drivers, And Why Is It A "Bureaucratic Nightmare" To Get?

If you buy gas and use the Mass Pike, you can get money back from Massachusetts. It's a law that almost no one knows about.

World Cup In Massachusetts Among Series Of Large-Scale Events "We Haven't Seen In Years," State Police Say

"Tomorrow's match marks the start of a series of large-scale events like we haven't seen in years," State Police Col. Geoffrey Noble said.

Where Is The Spring Warmth? See New Long-Range MA Forecasts

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Climate Prediction Center released its forecasts for the next three months.

What Economic Downturn? These Bay State Businesses Are Booming: Report

Massachusetts companies are some of the fastest-growing in New England, and include one that will probably surprise you.

Massachusetts Teen Testifies Before Congress About Family's Encounter With ICE

"I tried to protect him by yelling out, 'My brother has autism.' Instead of helping him, the ICE officer told me to shut up," Ramirez said.

Bay State Legislation Would Ban Puppy, Kitty Sales In Pet Stores

While some pet advocates cheered the bill as being humane for the animals and consumer-safe, others prefer regulation over prohibition.

Trader Joe's Recalls Additional 10M Pounds Of Frozen Food Item Sold In MA

Nearly 47 million pounds of food are affected by the ongoing recall of products sold at MA stores, including Trader Joe's and Kroger.

Massachusetts To Spend $10 Million On World Cup Watch Parties. See Which Cities And Towns Are Getting Grants.

Gov. Maura Healey announced Monday that the state is giving $10 million to 17 grant recipients, most of which are cities and towns.

Man Dead After Officer-Involved Shooting In Central MA

State police are investigating after the incident in Westminster on Monday.