Massachusetts news

Karen Read Acquitted of Major Charges in Police Officer’s Death

News Summary Karen Read, accused in the tragic death of Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, was acquitted of second-degree murder…

1 month ago

Massachusetts Sees Spike in Unemployment Claims

News Summary Massachusetts has reported a rise in unemployment claims, with initial filings reaching 5,465 for the week ending June…

1 month ago

Costco to Establish Central Massachusetts Location in Leominster

News Summary Costco Wholesale is moving ahead with plans to open its only Central Massachusetts location at The Mall at…

1 month ago

Investigation into Inhumane Conditions at Burlington ICE Facility

News Summary Burlington officials are investigating alarming allegations of inhumane conditions at the local ICE facility, where detainees have reported…

1 month ago

BJ’s Wholesale Club to Open in Springfield, Massachusetts

News Summary BJ's Wholesale Club is set to open its new store in Springfield, Massachusetts on June 18, 2025. This…

1 month ago

Wayfair Opens First Outlet Store in New England

News Summary Wayfair is launching its first outlet store in New England on June 18 at 287 Washington St., Suite…

1 month ago

Massachusetts Residents Warned About New Text Message Scam

News Summary Authorities in Massachusetts are warning residents about a new text message scam that falsely claims individuals have unpaid…

1 month ago

Massachusetts Closes 16 Beaches Due to High Bacteria Levels

News Summary Massachusetts officials announced the closure of 16 beaches, including Walden Pond, due to excessive bacteria levels and ongoing…

1 month ago

Massachusetts Rejects Workers’ Compensation Rate Increase

News Summary Massachusetts Insurance Commissioner Michael Caljouw has rejected a proposed 7.1% increase in workers' compensation rates by WCRIB, maintaining…

1 month ago

Massachusetts Legislature Approves Sales Tax Holiday for 2025

News Summary The Massachusetts Legislature has approved a sales tax holiday for August 9 and 10, 2025, suspending the 6.25%…

2 months ago