Massachusetts
Massachusetts, located in the New England region of the United States, has a long history that dates back to the Colonial era. It is home to several prestigious universities, including Harvard and MIT. Boston, the state capital, features attractions like Fenway Park and the Freedom Trail.
$2 million home lost after waves take out key coastal barrier
Waves pummeled the Nantucket beach and ate away 35 feet of dunes in the last eight months.
'Taillight murder' accused Karen Read explains her version of events
Karen Read and her attorney have accused the Massachusetts State Police of a coverup regarding the death of her boyfriend, John O'Keefe.
Tafari Campbell's wife speaks out over his death: "My heart is broken"
Campbell, former president Barack Obama's personal chef, drowned while paddleboarding on Martha's Vineyard, state police said.
Tafari Campbell drowned with another paddleboarder at scene—Police
Campbell, former president Barack Obama's personal chef, drowned near the former first family's home in Martha's Vineyard.
Who was Tafari Campbell? Obamas' chef drowns in Martha's Vineyard pond
Massachusetts State Police said that Campbell was recovered in waters near the house of the former first family early Monday morning.
Woman adopts 17-year-old cat with terminal cancer to love—"Had to help her"
"I saw that she was 17 years old, had special needs, and needed a home," said Rayna's new owner, Jillian.
Dog dies in hot car while owner visits casino: Police
Young Ju Seol was charged with one count of malicious injury or killing of animals and one count of animal confinement in motor vehicles.
Concern grows for autistic and nonverbal girl missing in Massachusetts
Police have appealed for the public's help as they hunt for the missing 7-year-old, with search teams working overnight to try to find the little girl.
Body of mutilated seal washes ashore after shark attack
The seal was discovered a day after a local uploaded a video of a shark attacking a sea creature at Nantucket, Massachusetts.
Why the body of Ana Walshe may never be found
A criminal attorney spoke to Newsweek about the possibility of convicting Ana Walshe's husband even if a body isn't found.
Democratic governor taunts DeSantis, Abbott in their own backyards
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey launched an initiative bringing LGBTQ+ pride billboards to Florida and Texas.
Suspect Christopher Ferguson arrested in deaths of three elderly victims
Newton resident Christopher Ferguson, 41, was arrested at roughly 7:30 p.m. on Monday in connection with the slayings.
Warning issued after three elderly people found dead at home
Police have asked those in Newton, Massachusetts, to check their security cameras for anything that could help the investigation.
Coyote pup freed after head stuck in plastic container
"It took a village, but this guy's life was saved because of it," Newhouse Wildlife Rescue said in the Facebook post.
Titanic expedition leader casts doubt on rescue of submersible
G. Michael Harris, veteran Titanic diver, said there's likely not equipment able to reach the Titanic's depth "to do any good" to rescue the lost vessel.
Cramped conditions and a video game controller: Inside missing Titanic sub
Footage showing that the missing sub utilizes a video game controller has caused a stir on social media.
Diver reveals "Titanic" tourist sub rescue mission latest
The diver who was supposed to be on the mission said they're working "non-stop" to bring the crew of the submarine back to safety.
Harvard morgue manager sold body parts on Facebook: "Motivated by profit"
Cedrick Lodge is accused of selling skulls, hearts, genitals, and skin as part of his underground operation.
Woman posted human skull on Instagram before Harvard morgue indictment
"If you're in the market for human bones hit me up!" the post allegedly said.
Families of Harvard morgue victims break silence on scandal
"I just don't see how people could do something like this," said one of the likely victims' daughter.
Orcas and sharks face to face once again off Cape Cod
Great white sharks are an apex predator of the seas but there is one animal that poses a threat to them: orca.
Staffing failures called out after middle schoolers deface Pride signs
A subset of students reacted to a voluntary Pride spirit day by tearing down signs, putting up "inappropriate" stickers, and shouting "U.S.A. are my pronouns."
Mystery sparked by rare whale species found on Massachusetts beach
The whale died hours after it was found, and was discovered to have a swollen brain, leading researchers to hypothesize that it may have had a viral infection.
Man's photos reveal abandoned pet cemetery in "haunted" Massachusetts woods
At the pet cemetery, which closed in 1989, there's an "eerie vibe" around the strangely sunken graves, Donald Pimental said.
Attorney arrested over string of rapes and kidnappings in Boston
Matthew J. Nilo, 35, was arrested in connection with the crimes that occurred in the Charlestown district of the city in 2007 and 2008.
St. John's Prep active shooter report prompts Danvers school lockdown
State and local police in Massachusetts were on the scene after reports came in about a potential shooter.
Five bombshell claims about Rachael Rollins, U.S. attorney, revealed
Two scathing reports found the Massachusetts U.S. Attorney to have committed "among the most egregious transgressions" a federal watchdog ever investigated.
Terrifying close encounter with bear captured on bird feeder camera
A Massachusetts homeowner was "surprised" to see the bear on camera furiously devouring the contents of his bird feeder.
Enormous bear caught stealing from bird feeder in Massachusetts home
"Time to bring the bird feeder in," the homeowner, Gina, said.
Brian Walshe facing three charges over alleged murder of wife Ana
Walshe was indicted by a grand jury on charges of first-degree murder, misleading the police and improper conveyance of a human body.
