Get $3 ‘super’ burritos at opening of new Mexican food spot in Boston Tuesday
One of Boston’s most beloved Mexican food chains is bringing back a popular promotion to celebrate the opening of its newest store. Anna’s Taqueria, known for having one of Boston’s best burritos, will open at 457 West Broadway in South Boston on Tuesday, May 26. The opening will mark the brand’s 14th location overall
Duck boat hits woman in crosswalk, Boston police say
A woman was hit by a duck boat near Faneuil Hall Friday afternoon, according to Boston police. Officers responded to the crash around 2:50 p.m. to the intersection of North Street and Union Street. The woman was evaluated at the scene before being transported by Boston EMS to Massachusetts General...
Two arrested in Roxbury shooting investigation
BOSTON, MA — Two individuals have been arrested in connection with an April shooting in Roxbury that damaged two vehicles but resulted in no reported injuries. District B-2 officers responded to the area of Abbotsford Street on the evening of April 15, 2026, following a ShotSpotter activation. Investigators located...
With split vote, City Council effort to reject Wu’s budget fails
Some councilors argued a rejection would send a powerful message to Mayor Wu, while others said it would be irresponsible. With frustration mounting over cuts included in Mayor Michelle Wu’s budget proposal for the next fiscal year, some members of the Boston City Council have been floating the idea of rejecting her pr
Randolph man arrested, accused of brandishing gun in parking lot during high school prom
KINGSTON, MASS. (WHDH) - A Randolph man was arrested on Thursday and is accused of brandishing a gun in a parking lot while a high school prom was going on in Kingston. Adrian Arroyo, 18, appeared in court Friday morning and faces several charges. On Thursday, around 7:15 p.m., Kingston...
Second person arrested in connection with Boston armed bank robberies
BOSTON (WHDH) - A second person was arrested in connection with two armed bank robberies in Boston that happened last month. Angel Gonzalez, 25, of West Yarmouth, was already in custody on unrelated offenses. On April 28, police responded to the Santander Bank at 2189 Washington Street in Roxbury at...
Chelsea man faces judge, accused of burning child with cigarette lighter
CHELSEA, MASS. (WHDH) - A Chelsea man accused of assaulting two young children faced a judge Friday morning. Kener Baustista-Zepeda, 19, pleaded not guilty to 12 charges. Investigators say Baustista-Zepeda burned a child with a cigarette lighter because the child was crying. Prosecutors say in another instance, a child
Boston Paid $11M To Man Freed After Nearly 40 Years
Boston quietly cut an $11 million check last August to Joseph Jabir Pope, a Dorchester man who spent nearly four decades behind bars before judges tossed his murder conviction. Pope, now 73, was first released from custody in December 2021 and later launched a federal civil-rights case against the city. The payout was
Planning board unanimously rejects townhouse proposal at the foot of Allerton Hill
A proposal to build nine townhouses at the foot of Allerton Hill was dealt double setbacks last week after two boards voted unanimously against the project. On Thursday, the planning board ended its Site Plan Review hearing on the application of The Point Nantasket Realty LLC with a 6-0 vote to deny, one night after th
St. Mary’s graduates 131
Briana Alvarez LYNN — Despite the gloomy weather, St. Mary’s High School celebrated the graduation of 131 seniors with laughter and joy during commencement, emphasizing faith, friendship, leadership, and service to others. Families, faculty, alumni, and community members gathered as the Class of 2026 processed onto the
