Malden police seize oxycodone pills, cash and firearm in drug bust
MALDEN — The Malden Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division has disrupted a drug distribution operation in the city. Detective Kevin Russell led the investigation that resulted in the seizure of dozens of pills believed to be oxycodone, a Class B controlled substance. Investigators also confiscated...
To boost nightlife, Boston is rolling out late-night food trucks
Boston's nightlife is getting a little TLC. The Late Night Food Truck program kicks off this week, allowing food trucks to serve customers at various locations throughout the city well after midnight. "Things close pretty early in Boston and everyone needs a snack after they go out," said Alexis Lyga,...
Victor Berroa Mercedes of Lawrence Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering and Coke Conspiracies
BOSTON – A Lawrence man pleaded guilty today to his involvement in money laundering and cocaine conspiracies. Victor Berroa Mercedes, 32, pleaded guilty to money laundering conspiracy; conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute cocaine; and possession with intent to distribute cocaine. U.S....
Shooting in Dorchester leaves one man hospitalized, police say
Authorities are investigating a shooting in Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood on Tuesday night.
ICE Boston arrests MS-13 member who illegally entered Texas, charged by Massachusetts State Police...
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, in collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, arrested a 24-year-old Salvadoran national, illegally present in the U.S. and identified as an MS-13 gang member. On May 14, 2025, ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations Boston, alongside ICE Homeland Security...
Alleged discrimination at Boston’s Liberty Hotel investigated by state agency
An independent state agency has launched an investigation into a Boston hotel for an alleged incident involving a same sex couple and a security guard last month.
Where to eat classic seafood in and around the Seaport District
Boston is always changing, maybe even getting a little too fancy, but we'll always have these seafood restaurant staples. Boston, with its centuries of history, is a city of constant change. The Seaport used to be a parking lot. East Boston’s waterfront is lined with luxury condos. There is ongoing mixed-use...
Everett police seize 1,500 grams of fentanyl in drug trafficking investigation
EVERETT — The Everett Police Special Criminal Investigations Unit executed several search warrants Monday as part of an investigation into fentanyl distribution throughout the Greater Boston area. The warrants were served in Lynn and Swampscott following an investigation led by the Everett SCIU. The searches resulted...
3 Black Women Found Dead In New England, Sparking Serial Killer Concerns
Three Black women have been found dead in the New England area, sparking concerns that a serial killer might be on the loose and targeting women of color.
Get in Your Car for the 6 Best Buffets in New England
If you love a great all-you-can-eat buffet, then hop in the car for six of the best in New England. Mashed put together a list of the best buffets in every state. But unfortunately, some listed are now closed. As they pointed out,. The pandemic wasn't kind to self-serve establishments,...