Shooting Under Investigation In Somerville

Police responded to shots fired on Canal Lane early Wednesday morning.

Police Seize Drugs, Weapons From Somerville-Area 'Port44' Gang

Port44 is suspected of several violent crimes in the Somerville and Cambridge area stemming from a turf war with rival gangs, police said.

Somerville Police Investigating Attempted Break-In

Police are seeking the identity of a person in connection with an attempted break-in on Orchard Street.

Man Assaulted Somerville Cop After Restaurant Ruckus: Police

A man trying to fight people inside a Broadway restaurant pushed a responding officer after refusing commands to back up, police said.

Somerville Firefighter John 'Moose' Byrne Retires After 30+ Years

"His knowledge and leadership will be missed around the fire stations," the Somerville Fire Department said.

Somerville Bans Tear Gas, Limits Police Use Of Other Projectiles

Mayor Joseph Curtatone recently adopted a City Council ordinance that limits crowd control measures in an effort to protect demonstrators.

National Drug Take Back Day 2021: Locations In Somerville

Nearly 1 million pounds of prescription drugs were collected during the last take-back event in October 2020.

Somerville Rideshare Driver Arrested Following Assault Report

A Somerville rideshare driver has been arrested following a report of an indecent assault.

Somerville Fire Crews Battle Fire On Adrian Street

Somerville fire crews battled a large fire Monday afternoon that spread between two housing units.

Davis Square Fire Drew 5 Dozen+ Firefighters

The Meacham Road home suffered more than $1 million in damages.

Somerville Murder Unsolved After 12 Years

Police are still searching for the killer of Charline Rosemond, who was found murdered on April 13, 2009.

Backdoor Booze Sparks Upheaval At Somerville Restaurant: Police

A Somerville man tried to fight employees of a Davis Square restaurant after he was caught bringing in outside alcohol, police said.

Somerville Fire Caused $2M In Damages, Displaced Six

A four-alarm blaze destroyed a vacant home under renovation and spread to nearby properties, leaving two other houses uninhabitable.

4-Alarm Fire Destroys Home Under Construction In Somerville

A home being built on Morrison Avenue collapsed after it caught fire Saturday afternoon, the fire department said.

Somerville Teen's Murder Unsolved After 26 Years

Police are still searching for 17-year-old Deanna Cremin's killer.

Somerville Fire Department Issues Warning After Busy Month

Firefighters responded to 11 fires in March, including a serious blaze in an apartment building Saturday afternoon.

Somerville, Police Union Reach Agreement On Body Cameras

The agreement allows for full implementation of body cameras for patrol officers, while negotiations continue for superior staff.

Missing Somerville Teen Found Safe

Isiah Tate, 14, was reported missing Monday.

Joint Statement On Atlanta Shootings

'We recognize the growing and justifiable fear you may be experiencing in the wake of the senseless violence.'

Somerville City Council Announces Survey & Community Meeting On Civilian Oversight Of Police

Civilian Oversight of Police Virtual Community Meeting, March 24, 6:30 p.m.

Firefighters Hurt Battling Parking Garage Blaze In Somerville

Three firefighters were struck by a falling concrete while battling a two-alarm fire on Canal Street Wednesday morning.

Christopher Ward Named Acting Deputy Chief Of Somerville PD

Ward, a member of the department for 32 years, was promoted by Acting Chief Charles Femino.

Somerville Man Gets 9 Years In Prison For Robberies, Kidnapping

Henrique DaSilva, a member of the gang PCM, admitted to two armed robberies and the kidnapping of a woman in Peabody in 2019, the USAO said.

Somerville Man To Face Charges After Driving Into Hobby Lobby

Police believe the 36-year-old intentionally crashed into an Attleboro Hobby Lobby and drove around the store.

2 Firefighters Hospitalized Battling 3-Alarm Somerville Fire

The firefighters were injured pulling two people trapped on the second floor to safety, Fire Chief Charles Breen said.

Somerville Police Ask For Public’s Help To Identify Suspect In Unarmed Bank Robbery

Anyone with information is asked to call the Station Officer.

Somerville Bank Robbery Suspect Sought By Police

A man robbed East Cambridge Savings Bank on Highland Avenue Monday morning, police said.

Somerville Police Ask For Public’s Help To Identify Vehicle Involved In December 22 Crash

The driver did not remain on the scene and police are looking for information that will help identify them.

Accused Cop Killer's Attorney Argues Cape Trial Unfair

A judge set a trial date for Thomas Latanowich, of Somerville, who is accused of killing Yarmouth police Sgt. Sean Gannon in 2018.

Middlesex Sheriff’s Office Updated COVID-19 Response

COVID-19 Update #53

Neighbor Averts Disaster In Somerville Fire

"If it was not for that neighbor, this fire could very well have resulted in serious injuries or fatalities," Fire Chief Charles Breen said.

Former Somerville Acting Chief Of Police Charles Femino To Serve As Acting Chief Of Police Effective December 12

As the Acting Chief, Femino will not be eligible to apply for the permanent Chief of Police position.

Charles Femino Returning To Lead Somerville Police Department

Femino, former acting chief of police, will return to the role until a permanent replacement is found for retiring chief David Fallon.

Former Winter Hill Gang Leader Howie Winter Dies At 91

The longtime gang leader and Whitey Bulger's predecessor died of a heart attack Thursday.

Head Of Somerville Police Union On Leave After Assault Charge

Officer Michael McGrath pepper-sprayed a person who was already in custody and posed no threat to him, the Middlesex DA said.

Crane Collapses In Somerville; 2 Workers Hospitalized

A small lift crane tipped over on the Somerville-Cambridge line Friday, police said.

'I Killed A Cop': Somerville Man's Statements Allowed In Court

Thomas Latanowich, accused of killing Yarmouth Officer Sean Gannon, had sought to suppress statements made in the aftermath of the shooting.

Suspect In Somerville Plant Thefts To Undergo Restorative Justice

A suspected plant thief in Winter Hill wrote an apology and agreed to make restitution to the victims, police said.

Rhode Island Man Gets 17 Years For Somerville Bank Robbery

Daniel Rosado pleaded guilty to various charges for the 2019 armed robbery of a local bank in which gunfire was exchanged with police.

Missing Somerville Woman Found Safe

Police sought the public's help in locating Edna Iglesias Monday night.