Massachusetts state payroll hits $9B in 2025 — UMass system dominates
All of the top 15 highest-paid state employees hailed from University of Massachusetts. The Massachusetts state payroll continued its upward trend in 2025, reaching a total of $9.19 billion, according to data released bi-weekly by the state comptroller’s office. Although the figure marks a slight decrease from last...
What’s open and what’s closed on Veterans Day?
Here's a look at what's open and what's closed in Massachusetts for Veterans Day on Tuesday.
Massachusetts Was Chosen the 6th Friendliest State in the U.S.
Massachusetts might be known for its sports and breweries, but is it really the friendliest? A recent ranking says yes, but some might disagree.
‘Stone cold killer’: Former gang leader who killed father-to-be denied parole in Mass.
A Massachusetts man came into prison as a “stone cold killer‚” according to the Massachusetts Parole Board. Now, he believes he’s changed. But the parole board isn’t ready to give him a second chance outside prison walls. Jonathan Carvalho was denied parole on Nov. 5...
Massachusetts Workers Freeze When They Realize Who Was Hiding Under A Dumpster
Many animals pass through life unnoticed as they search for kindness in a world that often ignores them. They hide in corners, waiting for some kindness and compassion. Sometimes, their paths cross with people who never expected to find them, and in that moment, everything changes. That’s what happened one...
Massachusetts weather: Forecasters reveal exact day it will snow this week in Boston
An Arctic blast is bringing cold air down from the northern parts of the world which is expected to linger throughout the week and into the weekend even bringing snow
Bill proposes seizing cars from “street takeover” participants
There's a proposal on Beacon Hill that takes a different approach to combatting "street takeovers" in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts unveils ‘Resilient Coasts’ plan among concerns over rising seas, New Bedford included
In a proactive response to the escalating threats of climate change, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey’s administration has released the “Resilient Coasts” final plan, a comprehensive strategy aimed at bolstering the state’s 1,500-mile coastline against the impacts of sea level rise and coastal flooding. Unveiled...
Website created by Mass. teen directs people to restaurants offering free meals
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey praised the community for stepping up to help people impacted by the government shutdown.
Intense Debate: ‘Justice Will Be Served’: Woman Stabbed 217 Times by Boyfriend After Breakup,...
This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on 'You will get what you deserve': Man stabbed girlfriend 217 times after she said she was 'done' with him, dumped her body in a marsh.
