Catholic priests abused nearly 1,000 children at 3 dioceses in Massachusetts: report

A new report from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office found that 275 Catholic priests sexually abused at least 944 children across three dioceses in Massachusetts.

Nor'easter uncovers possible 19th-century shipwreck along Massachusetts coast

The powerful nor’easter that swept up the East Coast this week may have uncovered a piece of what maritime experts believe may be the remains of a 19th-century shipwreck. 

Manhunt expands for armed woman after Massachusetts police officer found dead

A woman connected to a veteran Worcester, Massachusetts, police officer remained at large Wednesday as authorities continued searching for her following the officer’s death inside their home.

Suspect arrested in killing of Boston-area couple celebrating their 50th anniversary

Christopher Ferguson was arrested a day after the couple and the woman’s 97-year-old mother were found murdered at their home. It appeared there was no connection between the victims and the suspect, officials said.

Spencer, beloved Boston Marathon dog, dies after cancer battles

Spencer was known to hold a “Boston Strong” flag along the marathon route for the past nine years as runners passed by.

Proposed Massachusetts bill would reduce inmate sentences if they donate organs

If passed, eligible individuals who are behind bars in Massachusetts could receive 60 days to one year off of their sentences in exchange for donating organs or bone marrow.

Husband of Massachusetts mom accused of killing 3 children asks public to forgive her

“The real Lindsay was generously loving and caring towards everyone - me, our kids, family, friends, and her patients. The very fibers of her soul are loving,” Patrick Clancy wrote.

Massachusetts mother accused of killing 2 children, injuring infant, authorities say

A 5-year-old girl and 3-year-old boy were killed, while a 7-month-old boy was hospitalized. The local district attorney called the incident "an unimaginable, senseless tragedy."

Brian Walshe, husband of missing Massachusetts woman, allegedly searched ways to dispose of body

“10 ways to dispose of a dead body if you really need to,” was among a series of online searches Brian Walshe is accused of making on Jan. 1, days before his wife was reported missing.

The Embrace statue unveiled in Boston on MLK weekend

The four intertwined arms were inspired by a photo of the civil rights leader and his wife when they learned he had won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.

Biden brings Thanksgiving pies to Nantucket first responders

President Joe Biden on Thursday delivered at least half a dozen pies to Massachusetts firefighters during a Thanksgiving Day show of appreciation.