Randolph police cruisers crash during search for armed robbery suspect
Two Randolph police cruisers collided while they were searching for an armed robber who held up the Prestige Gas on Tuesday.
Animal Rescue League of Boston Welcomes Cats From New York City
BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — The Animal Rescue League of Boston will be taking cats from Animal Care Centers of New York City. This comes after ACC announced in July that they will stop taking in more animals due to critical capacity issues. ARL reached out to ACC last month to help with their overflow, leading to this...
These Are the 10 Safest and Wealthiest Cities in the United States
If safety and wealth had a baby, it would probably live in one of these zip codes and drive a Volvo. This list is proof that some towns are somehow immune to both economic anxiety and property crime. GOBankingRates just shared its new ranking of the 50 richest and safest...
The Betty Greene Apartments Affordable Housing Community Completed
Boston – Bald Hill Builders announced the completion of The Betty Greene Apartments, a 65-unit, 100% affordable housing community in Jackson Square. The project was developed in partnership with UTILE and Urban Edge. Situated on a previously developed site within walking distance of the MBTA Orange Line, multiple bus...
11 Loaded Firearms Recovered on Saturday throughout the Day
On Saturday, August 23, 2025, Boston Police officers recovered a total of 11 loaded firearms from various incidents throughout the day. These recoveries were part of the department’s ongoing efforts to reduce gun violence and enhance public safety in Boston’s neighborhoods. Below is a detailed summary of the...
Readers reveal their lowest Boston rents — including a $90 Beacon Hill studio
As Boston’s September 1 move-in day approaches, readers share memories of when rent in the city was much cheaper. As thousands prepare for Boston’s annual September 1 move-in day – the unofficial turnover of the city’s leases, moving trucks, and a whole lot of street chaos – Boston.com readers took a moment to look...
Two suspects, including a 17-year-old, arrested for home invasion in Watertown, police say
Two suspects, including a teenager, were arrested Tuesday for allegedly breaking into a home.
Watch: Trooper dives into car during traffic stop in South Boston
"The trooper dives head first in the car of his own volition. That's a little over the top for an equipment violation," the driver's lawyer said. A State Police trooper dove headfirst into a car window after pulling over a Boston city worker last month who is now facing weapon and assault charges.
Report finds income inequality worsening in Boston
Boston Indicators reports declining racial segregation, but rising divides between income groups. Greater Boston is making progress on racial integration, but economic segregation is worsening, according to a new report from the research center Boston Indicators. The report found that higher- and lower-income...
Boston hiring practices under microscope in wake of recent city employee arrests
Two Boston city councilors are calling for an emergency review of the city’s hiring practices and an audit of city hires since 2023 after several incidents involving workers with criminal records and recent arrests.
