Is it illegal to park in front of someone’s house? What Mass. law says
When you're showing up at someone's house for the holidays, parking can be tough to come by if their driveway isn't very big. And you don't want to risk up upsetting the neighbors. However, in Massachusetts, it’s not illegal to park in front of someone’s house on a public street. But, it is illegal to park in front...
Which Train Can I Hear at Night from Central Square?
In the past few weeks, residents of Central Square have been puzzled by the sound of train horns echoing in the night, around 10-11pm. Despite the absence of any above-ground stations in the vicinity, the horn seems to originate from a distant location. The mystery has sparked curiosity among locals, leading to a...
Three Teenage Girls Arrested for Carjacking in Dorchester
About 9:51 PM, on Thursday, November 20, 2025, officers assigned to District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to the area of 176 Westville Street for a report of a carjacking. Upon arrival, officers were advised that a group of individuals attempted to steal the victim’s moped. The victim stated that the three female...
16-year-old busted for Boston killing that stunned neighborhood
Teen arrested in fatal Mattapan shooting that killed 17-year-old in broad daylight Boston, MA — A 16-year-old male was taken into custody Friday in connection with the daylight shooting that…
Armed teens rob victim in Dorchester then run into cops
Two teens arrested after armed backpack robbery in Dorchester with loaded Glock recovered Boston, MA — Two juvenile males were arrested Friday morning after a victim was robbed at gunpoint…
Boston police searching for suspects in Dorchester armed robbery
BOSTON (WHDH) - Boston police are turning to the public for help identifying two men wanted in connection with an armed robbery in Dorchester earlier this month. Officers responding to a reported armed robbery involving a knife on Washington Street around 10:45 p.m. on Nov. 4 learned the victim was robbed of his gold...
United Way of Mass. distributes 10,000 Thanksgiving meal bags across 13 cities
BOSTON (WHDH) - The United Way of Massachusetts Bay distributed 10,000 Thanksgiving meal bags and $248,000 in grocery gift cards on Saturday in 13 communities across eastern Massachusetts. This year’s effort comes at a critical moment, as federal SNAP delays and eligibility changes leave more households relying on...
Six of the Allston Car Wash employees arrested in immigration raid released
Six of the nine employees arrested in a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raid at Allston Car Wash earlier this month have been released on bond, according to the attorney representing them. Lawyer Todd Pomerleau told WCVB-TV that three more of the workers had been granted bond this week, bringing...
Boston police announce arrests of four shoplifters in South End
Four individuals were arrested for shoplifting in Boston’s Back Bay area on Friday following a series of thefts at local retail stores.
Boston family issues warning after beloved dog ingests rat poison, nearly dies
Rat poison can cause a slow, painful death for pets and wildlife.
