Summer Heat Brings Plenty Of Fun, Danger Warnings To MA

While pools and beaches are opening for the season, caution is also urged when it comes to high temperatures and creepy critters.

Food Insecurity In MA Hits New High: 1.9 Million Struggling

The high cost of living in Massachusetts is a main reason why 34 percent of households are going without food.

MA's 'Bad Breath Rapist' Caught After Nearly 2 Decades On The Run

"His female companion, after 15 years of being together in California, never knew who he really was," according to police.

Cole Swindell, Bryson Tiller: 9 MA Events This Week

Plus: Tank and Keri Hilson play Orpheum Theatre​ and The Damned are at Big Night Live this week.

When MA DCR Pools Open For 2024 Swimming Season

DCR opened beaches and some splash pads over Memorial Day. The state pool system will open soon.

Temperatures To Drop Sharply In MA After Near Heat Wave

Temperatures will recover to June-like levels, but not close to the near 90s Massachusetts had last week.

Ed Sheeran, Megan Thee Stallion At Boston Calling: MA Weekend Events

Plus: Here's where you can celebrate the long Memorial Day weekend in Massachusetts.

Alaskan Salmon In MA, Best Barbecue: MA Food Week

Finding good barbecue in the northeast can be tricky, but one website recently ranked a Boston restaurant's as the best in the state.

Massachusetts Scenic Railroad Route Makes 'Most Magnificent' List

A Massachusetts railroad journey rambles through picturesque towns and offers a five-course gourmet dinner.

Walkout At Harvard Commencement After 13 Students Denied Degrees

Over 1,500 students had petitioned, and nearly 500 staff and faculty had spoken up about the graduation bans, a student speaker said.

Clark Introduces a Pair of Bills To Address Youth Mental Health

Whip Clark Introduces a Pair of Bills To Address the Youth Mental Health Crisis During Mental Health Awareness Month

Whip Clark Statement on Justice Alito

Whip Clark Statement on Justice Alito

Severe Thunderstorms In MA: Lightning, Heavy Rain Incoming

Storms were already rumbling early Thursday morning, but more severe storms may roll across the state throughout the day.

MA Beaches, Spray Parks Opening For 2024 Summer Season: DCR

Memorial Day will mark the start of summer swimming seasons at state beaches across the state, coinciding with a rise in temperatures.

MA Man Seriously Injured In Bear Attack While Visiting Wyoming

The man was attacked by two bears during a visit to Grand Teton National Park on Sunday.

MA Memorial Day 2024: First Look At Holiday Weekend Forecast

Some 43.8 million Americans are expected to travel to celebrate Memorial Day. Here’s a look at what they can expect.

Social Security COLA 2025: What MA Residents Can Expect

Will the 2025 adjustment be high enough to keep up with inflation in Massachusetts? Some advocates have questions.

Here's Where To Get The Best BBQ In Massachusetts

A website recently ranked the best barbecue restaurant in each state. This is where to get your BBQ fix in Massachusetts.

What Can Massachusetts Do About Its Housing Crisis?

"The No. 1 issue people talk about is the high cost of housing, the unaffordability, even in places where housing is more affordable."

Temperatures Near 90 In MA In Spring Preview Of Summer Heat

After a weekend of rain and cool temperatures, a major rebound into the high 80s and 90s is coming to Massachusetts.

The Moth, Amos Lee: MA Events This Week

Plus: The Stuff You Should Know podcast is live at The Chevalier Theatre in Medford this week. Here's what else to know.

MA Teen Died After Chip Challenge, Celtics Honor Restaurant: Food Week

See the week's top Massachusetts dining news: Brookline pasta bar honored at Celtics game, brewery anniversary, MA Applebee's could close.

BOSA Brings Coastal Italian Flair To The Banks Of MA's Merrimack River

BOSA, the latest restaurant from Lupoli Companies​, has opened on the first floor of The Heights building in downtown Haverhill.

Most MA Cities Lost Population After 2020 Census: New 2023 Estimates

Cities like Worcester, Salem and Weymouth saw growth, but a majority of cities lost residents, new estimates show.

Nantucket Wine Festival, ​The Avett Brothers: MA Weekend Events

Plus: Buck Meek of the band Big Thief plays Somerville and five other concerts worth checking out this weekend in Massachusetts.

MA Man Dead After Receiving World's 1st Pig Kidney Transplant

Richard 'Rick' Slayman, who suffered from end-stage kidney failure, underwent the four-hour long surgery March 16.

MA Man And His Brother Accused Of Stealing $25M In Cryptocurrency

The men "exploited the very integrity of the Ethereum blockchain," the Department of Justice said Wednesday.

Uxbridge Schools Get $0 After 'Erroneous' Town Meeting Vote

The district will have $0 to operate the school system when the new fiscal year begins July 1.

New COVID Variant Could Cause Uptick In Cases In MA: What To Know

The new variant accounts for nearly 25 percent of all recent COVID-19 cases in Massachusetts. Here's what to know.

IRS Owes 21K MA Residents Millions In Tax Refunds: Here's How To Claim

Some 21K Massachusetts residents are owed money from the IRS, but time is running out to claim the cash. The deadline is Friday.

Problem Gambling In MA: State Sees Higher Use Of Help Line

The number of calls to the state's gambling help line doubled in a year that saw sports betting legalized.

Record Travel Expected For Memorial Day 2024: How To Avoid MA Traffic

Memorial Day, the unofficial start to summer, has always been a big road trip holiday. Planning ahead can help you avoid MA's busiest roads.

MA Restaurant Closings: National Chains To Shutter Locations

Applebee's will not close any Massachusetts restaurants while another well-known restaurant brand abruptly closed stores Monday.

MA Has 5 Of The 30 Most Expensive Colleges In U.S., Analysis Says

See what schools are the priciest when it comes to higher education in Massachusetts.

Paris Summer Olympics 2024: 8 MA Athletes Qualify So Far

Here's who's already slated to represent the United States in the Paris Olympics this summer.

Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Whale Jam 2024: MA Events This Week

Whale Jam returns with performances from Matt Quinn, of Mt. Joy, Jonathan Russell, of The Head and the Heart and Taylor Meier, of Caamp.

Warm, Dry Week Ahead In MA — Except For That One Rainstorm: Forecast

It'll be a great week temperature-wise, even if there's a rainstorm right in the middle of the week.

Whip Clark Launches Affordable Child Care Agenda

Ahead of Mother’s Day, Whip Clark Launches Affordable Child Care Agenda

98 Dogs From MA Compete In Iconic Westminster Show This Weekend

The nation’s most prestigious dog show runs from Saturday to Tuesday at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York.

Freddie Gibbs And Madlib, Sunny Day Real Estate: MA Weekend Events

Acclaimed works from Freddie Gibbs and Madlib and Sunny Day Real Estate celebrate anniversaries in 2024. They'll play MA this weekend.