Alcohol-Related Car Accident Deaths on the Decline in Massachusetts

Massachusetts police remain committed to reducing the number of fatalities involving a drunk driver.

Report: College Student Run Over By Cape Cod Police Officer Was Drunk, on Drugs

Garrett Gagne, 22, of Longmeadow, died New Year's Day.

Cape Cod Police Officer Runs Over Man in 'Tragic' New Year's Incident

The man, who died, was identified as Garrett Gagne, 22, of Londmeadow.

Christmas Day is a Busy Day for Home Fires

Tips from the state fire marshal to make fire safety part of your holiday celebrations.

After Flying Ice Scare, Police Remind Drivers to Clear Snow Off Car Roof

A family of three was lucky to escape uninjured when a sheet of ice flew off a SUV and crashed through their windshield.

State Fire Marshal Offers Thanksgiving Safety Tips

Thanksgiving is the number one day for fires in Massachusetts.

Who Are Four of Massachusetts' 'Most Wanted' Criminals?

Here’s the latest list from Mass Most Wanted.

5 Million Gmail Passwords Leaked Online; Make Sure Yours Isn't Among Them

Although the leak is significant by the volume of passwords released, many of the usernames and passwords are no longer valid.

Who Are Four of Massachusetts' 'Most Wanted' Criminals?

Here’s the latest list from Mass Most Wanted.

Photos Show Dramatic Rescue After Great White Shark Attack Off Mass. Coast

Two women survived the ordeal.

Great White Shark Attacks Kayakers Off Plymouth

Two women survived the ordeal.

Who Are Four of Massachusetts' 'Most Wanted' Criminals?

Here’s the latest list from Mass Most Wanted.

State Police: 'Our Goal Is to Have Zero Fatalities this Holiday Weekend'

Police said officers will hold sobriety checkpoints and conduct increased patrols looking for drunk drivers this Labor Day weekend.

Great White Shark Sighting Closes Mass. Beach

A State Police helicopter spotted the roughly 15-foot shark near Powder Point Bridge in Duxbury Monday afternoon.

Who Are Four of Massachusetts' 'Most Wanted' Criminals?

Here’s the latest list from Mass Most Wanted.

Gov. Patrick: 'I'm Sick of Unarmed Black Men Being Shot by Police'

Patrick made his first comments regarding the shooting of an unarmed black teenager in Ferguson, Mo. earlier this month.

After Flying Ax Scare, State Police Cite Nearly 100 Drivers for Unsecured Cargo

Police cracked down after an incident last month where an unsecured ax flew through the windshield of a trailing car.

Who Are Four of Massachusetts' 'Most Wanted' Criminals?

Here’s the latest list from Mass Most Wanted.

Mass. State Police Warn: State Law Requires Licenses be Legible, Uncovered

State Police will enforce law that prohibits licenses plates from being covered or obscured.

Who Are Four of Massachusetts' 'Most Wanted' Criminals?

Here's the latest list from Mass Most Wanted.

Missing Teen Alyssa Whitney Found Safe

The Oak Bluffs teen was reported missing this week.

Oak Bluffs Teen Alyssa Whitney Missing

Police said anyone with information on her whereabouts should call them at 508-693-0750.

Police Investigating Recent Spike in Heroin Overdoses

A high number of heroin overdoses, including fatalities, have been reported in Massachusetts in the last two weeks.

Feds Seeking Death Penalty for Accused Boston Marathon Bomber

U.S. Attorney Carmen Ortiz, of Massachusetts, announced the decision Thursday.

Parking Ban Announced in Tisbury

West Tisbury Cop to be Charged With Drunken Driving After Crash

Russell Ventura of Oak Bluffs was taken to the hospital for injuries sustained in the one-car wreck.

Heroin Bust Reported on Martha's Vineyard

A Vineyard Haven man is accused of bringing heroin to the Island with the intention of selling it, the Martha's Vineyard Times reports.

Fisherman Rescued Off Martha's Vineyard

The 25-year-old was plucked from a fishing boat by the Coast Guard Friday morning, the Martha's Vineyard Times reports.

Drunk Man Tried to Break into Oak Bluffs Home, Police Say

From the Oak Bluffs Police Department Facebook page. Arrest information does not indicate convictions.

Martha's Vineyard Duo Charged with Drug Dealing, Oxycontin Conspiracy

Two Island residents appeared in court Wednesday to face charges of selling prescription drugs and a third is expected to be summonsed as a co-defendant, the Martha's Vineyard Times reports.

West Tisbury Woman Found Dead on Beach

Foul play is not suspected in the death of a longtime Island resident whose body was found near Lambert's Cove Tuesday, the Martha's Vineyard Times reports.

Not Guilty, Cape Disabled American Veterans Officer Pleads in $125K Theft Case

Richard Trott Sr., 62, had headed the Hyannis-based Cape and Island Chapter of Disabled American Veterans.

Would You Buy Whitey Bulger's Memorabilia?

Proceeds from sales of items belonging to convicted killer and mob boss Whitey Bulger will go to the families of his victims.

Duckhunter, 21, Mourned After Body Washes Ashore in Woods Hole

The 12-day search for Dana Dourdeville of Marion began when he failed to return from a duckhunting paddle Dec. 31 and ended with the discovery of his body on Penzance Point Sunday, WBSM reports.

Police Seek Tips in Oak Bluffs Break-In

Police are looking for the public's help as part of an investigation into a break-in on Saturday morning.

State Department Issues Travel Alert for Sochi Olympics

Americans traveling to the Games this year should be vigilant of their surroundings, officials said.

Monster Shark Tourney Organizer, 53, Dies While Duckhunting

Steve James, who ran the Monster Shark Tournament on Martha's Vineyard for the past 15 years, was one of two duckhunters who perished after their boat capsized Tuesday.

Edgartown Flooding: 'Impressive, But Far from the Worst'

Edgartown Yacht Club was underwater and Dock Street was swamped, but harborfront flooding was no problem for locals in the first storm of 2014.

New Year's Gunplay Lands Man in Jail on Martha's Vineyard

Spraying shotgun shells into the air in Oak Bluffs was a sure-fire way to start the New Year in custody, reports the Martha's Vineyard Times.

Governor: State Offices Close at 3 p.m., Highways Remain Open

Patrick asked residents to heed warnings as the winter storm intensifies.