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A Roxbury mother expressed feelings of betrayal after Boston canceled a memorial event for her son, who was killed in a shooting five years ago. Mayor Michelle Wu clarified that the cancellation stemmed from neighborhood concerns and offered to help the family find a new location for the event.
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced plans to eliminate broker's fees for renters, shifting the financial burden to landlords. The decision, part of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, aims to alleviate high housing costs in the state, where such fees can reach up to $10,000.
A fisherman captured video of a mother bear swimming across Quabbin Reservoir with her two cubs on June 25. The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife noted that black bears often swim to cool off during the summer. Officials remind residents to secure food sources to prevent bear encounters.
Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, a 21-year-old UMass Amherst student, was fatally shot in Washington, D.C., while interning for Rep. Ron Estes. Authorities reported he was not the intended target of the shooting, which left two others wounded. The incident occurred late Monday night, and police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
A Massachusetts jury acquitted Karen Read of murder and manslaughter charges in the death of her boyfriend, John O’Keefe, but a wrongful death lawsuit remains pending against her. The O’Keefe family claims Read drove under the influence and caused his death, mirroring allegations from her criminal trial. The lawsuit also targets the bars that allegedly served her alcohol that night.
A rare roll cloud formation surprised beachgoers along Portugal's coast amid a record heat wave, with temperatures soaring to 116 degrees Fahrenheit. Experts attribute the phenomenon to a combination of cold, moist air meeting warm, dry air fueled by extreme heat conditions. While visually striking, climatologists indicate that roll clouds may become more common due to climate change.
A former Boston police officer, Christopher Cunniff, faces felony charges of aggravated assault and battery for allegedly beating an intoxicated man after the St. Patrick's Day parade. The incident occurred on March 16, and Cunniff has a history of disciplinary actions related to misconduct. His arraignment is now scheduled for July 10.
Officials in Provincetown investigate a series of recent incidents targeting the LGBTQ+ community, including a reported hate crime. Town Manager Alex Morse emphasized the importance of reporting such incidents and noted that additional police presence will be deployed during the Fourth of July weekend.
Boston's July programming focuses on community health and wellness, encouraging residents to engage in fitness activities and self-care. The initiative highlights the importance of meaningful experiences to enhance social well-being.
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the continuation of Boston's city-wide participatory budgeting initiative for its second year, allowing residents to directly influence budget allocation. The program aims to enhance community engagement and improve transparency in city spending.