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Convicted killer of Boston police officer to be arraigned for alleged robbery
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) — A man convicted of killing a Boston police officer will be arraigned in court today for alleged first-degree robbery and felony assault. 60-year-old Joshua McCullough, also known as Terrell Muhammad, was arrested back in March for allegedly attempting to rob a Citizens Bank on Charles Street in North Providence.
Bridgewater man, 23, killed in rollover crash in Middleborough
A 23-year-old Bridgewater man was killed when his car hit a tree and flipped into a marsh in Middleborough on Monday morning, throwing him into a small brook, according to police. The man, who was not identified, was the only person inside the 2015 white GMC pickup truck, Middleborough Police...
Massachusetts man sentenced to prison for threatening interracial couple: “Time for whites to riot!”
Defendant has extensive criminal history and regularly posted white supremacy symbolism on Facebook. “BOSTON – A Massachusetts was sentenced today for threatening an interracial couple via Facebook Messenger in January 2021, and to attempting to prevent the couple from reporting the threats and harassment to law enforcement. Stephen M....
Boston Weather: Sun, Storms, and Potential Heat Wave on Horizon
As Boston braces for a mix of sun and storms, locals can anticipate fluctuating weather patterns that could dictate the rhythm of their activities. According to the National Weather Service forecasts, this afternoon might see scattered showers with a partly sunny high near 74°F, whereas tomorrow promises to be rain-free with sunny skies and temperatures rising to the mid-80s.
3 teenage girls arrested in pepper spray assault
Three girls were arrested on Monday for the assault. They allegedly used pepper spray to attack the victim and steal her phone. Boston police arrested three teenage girls Monday evening on assault and battery charges. According to a department release, officers responded to the area of 116 Huntington Ave., across...
Nine new stores opening at South Shore Plaza, including area’s first Savage x Fenty
For the first time ever, Savage x Fenty, the lingerie brand founded by pop star Rihanna, will have a store open in New England. The brand, which has locations in Washington, D.C., New York and Houston, will come to South Shore Plaza in Braintree this summer, according to Simon Property Group, which owns and manages the mall.
Freshly Restored Buick Grand National Stolen And Crashed Into 15+ Cars
An unknown suspect stole and crashed a 1987 Buick Grand National in Boston. Police are still searching for the individual and investigating the crime. The owner says that he’s sick over the accident and that his life is wrecked. Police say that a thief in Boston used a screwdriver...
Older worker accuses defense contractor of discriminating by seeking recent college grads
BOSTON — A major defense contractor was sued Tuesday over allegations that it discriminated against older workers in job ads. The lawsuit filed in federal court in Boston accuses RTX Corporation of posting ads that target younger workers at the expense of their older peers in violation of the federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Massachusetts Fair Employment Practices Act, and the Virginia Human Rights Act.
Bail revoked for North End restaurant owner accused of violating probation
A man who owns a North End restaurant and was accused of opening fire in the neighborhood last year had his bail revoked after police say he violated his probation by cutting off the monitoring device he had been ordered to wear. Patrick Mendoza was arrested Saturday night around 10:15...
Brockton man accused of shooting woman held without bail. DA reveals new details in court
BROCKTON — A Brockton man accused of the June 2 shooting of a Fall River woman during an altercation at a Brockton house party was ordered held without bail during a dangerousness hearing at Brockton District Court last week. Jonathan Alves, 27, of Brockton, is facing several charges, including...
Mayor Wu reports ‘better, safer' situation at Boston's Mass. and Cass
The epicenter of the region's substance use disorder, mental health and unsheltered homelessness crises at Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard is "in a different and better, safer position" than one year ago, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu said Wednesday, but an influx of individual migrants is now stressing the city's shelter system.
The world watched this couple cross the finish line in 2018. But their story isn't over
Since a fateful night in June 2016, life for Kaitlyn and Matt Wetherbee has been an emotional roller coaster fraught with inconceivable challenges and personal triumphs. On that night, Matt suffered a catastrophic injury from a headfirst fall into a gym wall while playing league basketball with friends. A freak accident that would...
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