Dorchester Mom Spots Son's Convicted Killer at Her Local Stop & Shop

Janette Jackson, 76, was shopping at her neighborhood Stop & Shop in Dorchester when she came face to face with the man convicted of murdering her son three decades ago. John “Tiny” Evans, sentenced to life without parole in 1996 for killing Lyle “Danny” Jackson, is currently living under home confinement rather than behind bars — and Jackson says he bolted the moment he spotted her.

Investigation underway after MBTA rider attacked with pocket knife at Downtown Crossing station

The suspect allegedly asked the victim for a cigarette and an argument ensued.

Man convicted of 2007 murder at Lincoln-Sudbury High School to appear before parole board

A man convicted of the 2007 murder of a classmate at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School is seeking parole.

People say dead rats are popping up more and more in this Boston neighborhood

Dead rats have been popping up around Boston's Brighton neighborhood, and they've become the talk of the town. Brighton residents say rats are nothing new but now more have been found dead on the sidewalk and around homes, and there's concern that rat poison could be playing a role. Deborah...

Roxbury Carjacking Suspect, 17, Caught by Arm Tattoos on Surveillance Video

Martin Luther King Blvd. & Walnut Ave. — Reported Site Of Driver Confrontation. A 17-year-old boy is facing four charges after prosecutors say detectives linked him to an armed carjacking in Roxbury by spotting distinctive tattoos on both of his arms during a review of surveillance footage. The teenager was ordered held pending a dangerousness hearing scheduled for Thursday, and his name has not been released because of his age.

Roxbury leaders, Mayor Wu are again at odds over neighborhood council rules

Photo: District 7 Councillor Miniard Culpepper addresses reporters during a Roxbury Neighborhood Council press conference. Looking on are RNC Chair Connie Forbes and RNC members Kate Phelps, Reggie Stewart and Angela Williams-Mitchell. Photo by Yawu Miller. Copyright © 2026 Boston Neighborhood News, Inc. This content may not be re-published or...

$50 Million Pizza Brand Will Soon Have a New Owner, and a Big Change Is Coming

Founded in East Boston in 1961, Papa Gino’s is, for many New Englanders, a name that’s virtually synonymous with pizza. Now a prospective new owner hopes to make wings a bigger part of that identity. Craveworthy Brands has signed an agreement to acquire New England Authentic Eats LLC...

Family-Run Italian Restaurants In Massachusetts That Locals Refuse To Trade For Anywhere Else

One pizza kitchen on this list is run by a brother and sister. Honestly, that makes a slice sound like a family reunion. Another family spot serves honey lavender duck beside wood-fired pizza, and I love that kind of surprise. Each of these eight Italian restaurants in Massachusetts is family-owned...

Mystery as top Boston cardiologist, 44, is found dead after biking though quiet cow pasture

Dr Daniel Arnett, 44, was found dead near a cow pasture in Newbury, Massachusetts on Sunday afternoon.

Ross Dress for Less Eyes Two More Massachusetts Locations

Ross Dress for Less is bringing its discount shopping experience to two more Massachusetts communities. According to The Connecticut Scoop, the off-price retailer is preparing to take over the former Best Buy Outlet space at Brockton‘s Westgate Mall, located at 200 Westgate Drive, as well as the former Bob’s Stores at Twin City Plaza, situated at 146 Whalon Street in Fitchburg, on the Leominster line. Construction on both locations is expected to begin in the spring, with grand openings tentatively planned for sometime in 2027.

ABC News Live: Boston students stage walkout to call for remote learning amid surge

What's closed and what's open on Veterans Day today?

Here's a look at what's open and what's closed on Veterans Day today in Massachusetts.

Nor’easter to bring heavy rain, gusty winds and some snow to Massachusetts

A late-week nor’easter is expected to bring a stretch of rain and gusty winds to Massachusetts, along with the potential for wet snow in higher elevations

Federal inmate in Massachusetts sentenced for threats against court official

A federal inmate was sentenced for sending threatening letters to a court employee in Boston.

Old Hotels In America Known For Having Great Kitchens

Historic hotels across America have contributed some of the country's most recognizable dishes and culinary traditions. Discover the restaurants and kitchens behind iconic desserts, sandwiches, and regional specialties that continue to attract food lovers.

East Boston Senior, 70, Fights No-Fault Eviction Over 38 Percent Rent Hike

Jose Velasquez has lived in his Meridian Street apartment in East Boston for 20 years, but the 70-year-old now faces a stark choice: accept a rent increase of nearly 38 percent or be forced out. His housing court case is headed to a jury trial set to begin next week, a fight that will decide whether he, his wife, daughter, and grandchild can stay in the only home they've known for two decades.

Police say Uber driver charged after refusing to move car, nearly hitting pedestrian in Boston

A Boston Uber driver was arrested after nearly hitting a pedestrian with his car and blocking traffic, according to police.

New England's Most Famous College Town Is Home To 'The Ugliest Building In America'

New England is famous for its fall foliage, Colonial architecture, and institutions of higher education. Massachusetts, in particular, is a major post-secondary hub. It's home to the Five Colleges of the Pioneer Valley, the colleges of greater Boston, and Cambridge, which is home to Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). MIT is considered one of the most prestigious schools in the United States, and has been located at its current campus since 1916, amassing an impressive collection of buildings designed by famous architects like I.M. Pei, Eero Saarinen, and Frank Gehry. One that has attracted controversy is Simmons Hall, an undergraduate residence hall that won the 2025 Aesthetic Atrocity Award for "the ugliest building in America." Bestowed by The Architectural Uprising, an international group of architects and urbanists in favor of traditional architecture, the nod is meant to raise awareness of what they deem the blight of Modernism.

Boston Named the Nation’s No. 2 Sports City in New WalletHub Rankings

Boston fans have another bragging right. A new study from WalletHub ranks Boston as the second-best sports city in America for 2026, trailing only Los Angeles in the annual report that measures the strength of sports fandom across the country. The personal finance website analyzed 399 cities using more than...

Disgraced ex-cop Matthew Farwell found guilty of killing pregnant Sandra Birchmore

Disgraced ex-cop Matthew Farwell was convicted Tuesday by a Boston jury for killing 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore and her unborn child. Farwell, 41, was found guilty on two federal charges of killing a witness or victim and causing the death of an unborn child and faces up to life in prison at his sentencing on Feb. 3. The jury, made up of eight men and four women, deliberated for roughly 14 hours — and sent out a note Monday afternoon saying they were deadlocked. They were ultimately able to resolve their impasse after a judge told them the following morning to keep at it. Matthew Farwell, a former police officer who pleaded not guilty Aug. 28, 2024, appears in a photo provided by the Stoughton, Mass., Police Department. Stoughton Police Department via AP People could be heard crying in the courtroom gallery and Birchmore’s family and friends hugged each other after the verdict was read out, according to WCVB . Farwell’s lawyer rubbed his back before he left the courtroom. He’s been in custody since his 2024 arrest. Massachusetts doctor, 44, found dead after vanishing during bike ride The verdict comes after a nearly four-week-long trial where federal prosecutors claimed Farwell,