Some neighbors of a former mob hit man were shocked to learn about his past during his testimony against James "Whitey" Bulger this week.
Some neighbors of a former mob hit man were shocked to learn about his past during his testimony against James "Whitey" Bulger this week.
After hearing three days of testimony from a hit man who admitted killing 20 people, jurors in the racketeering trial of James "Whitey" Bulger will soon get to hear from the families of some of those victims.
After hearing three days of testimony from a hit man who admitted killing 20 people, jurors in the racketeering trial of James "Whitey" Bulger will soon get to hear from the families of some of those victims.
New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez had a connection to a homicide victim found in an industrial park near the athlete's home, but family members and officials aren't commenting on the nature of...
New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez had a connection to a homicide victim found in an industrial park near the athlete's home, but family members and officials aren't commenting on the nature of their...
Republican Gabriel Gomez and Democrat Edward Markey are gearing up for the final rush to election day by highlighting issues they hope will persuade voters to support them.
Republican Gabriel Gomez and Democrat Edward Markey are gearing up for the final rush to election day by highlighting issues they hope will persuade voters to support them.
A 32-year-old Braintree man has been convicted of first-degree murder in the 2009 ax killing of a neighbor who refused to lend him money.
A 32-year-old Braintree man has been convicted of first-degree murder in the 2009 ax killing of a neighbor who refused to lend him money.
Vice President Joe Biden is the latest high-profile Democrat planning to visit Massachusetts to stump for Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey.
Vice President Joe Biden is the latest high-profile Democrat planning to visit Massachusetts to stump for Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey.
A former enforcer for James "Whitey" Bulger has been grilled by Bulger's attorney about varying stories he told over the years about killings he says were orchestrated by Bulger and his gang. John Martorano testified...
With one eye on Beacon Hill, University of Massachusetts trustees have voted to authorize up to a 4.9 percent increase in tuition and fees that would occur only if the Legislature does not approve the level of...
With one eye on Beacon Hill, University of Massachusetts trustees have voted to authorize up to a 4.9 percent increase in tuition and fees that would occur only if the Legislature does not approve the level of funding the...
Campaign finance reports show that while Las Vegas casino operator Steve Wynn is pumping significant cash into convincing Everett voters to support a proposed $1.2 billion casino, nothing has been spent in opposition...
Campaign finance reports show that while Las Vegas casino operator Steve Wynn is pumping significant cash into convincing Everett voters to support a proposed $1.2 billion casino, nothing has been spent in opposition to the...
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey has released eight years of state and federal tax returns showing he reported his home address as 7 Townsend Street in Malden.
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey has released eight years of state and federal tax returns showing he reported his home address as 7 Townsend Street in Malden.
A former enforcer for James "Whitey" Bulger has been grilled by Bulger's attorney about varying stories he told over the years about killings he says were orchestrated by Bulger and his gang.
Las Vegas-style betting games like blackjack and craps are now underway at Rhode Island's Twin River Casino.
Las Vegas-style betting games like blackjack and craps are now underway at Rhode Island's Twin River Casino.
A new report says the MBTA could save $250 million over six years by bringing the cost of maintaining its bus fleet in line with other transit agencies around the country.
A new report says the MBTA could save $250 million over six years by bringing the cost of maintaining its bus fleet in line with other transit agencies around the country.
A company authorities say used deceptive practices to sell supplemental health insurance to veterans and other Massachusetts residents will now pay more than $5 million to settle case.
A company authorities say used deceptive practices to sell supplemental health insurance to veterans and other Massachusetts residents will now pay more than $5 million to settle case.
Police have charged a Fall River man with being the driver of a car that left the scene after striking and killing a Somerset man with cerebral palsy operating his electric wheelchair along the side of the road.
Police have charged a Fall River man with being the driver of a car that left the scene after striking and killing a Somerset man with cerebral palsy operating his electric wheelchair along the side of the road.
Massachusetts State Police have returned to the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez.
Massachusetts State Police have returned to the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez.
The father of a Russian man killed while being questioned about ties to the Boston Marathon bombing suspects says he has brought the body to Russia for burial.
The father of a Russian man killed while being questioned about ties to the Boston Marathon bombing suspects says he has brought the body to Russia for burial.
A Massachusetts teen who was making a food delivery when his car struck a pair of motorcyclists, killing one, has avoided jail.
A Massachusetts teen who was making a food delivery when his car struck a pair of motorcyclists, killing one, has avoided jail.
A Danish pension fund has promised to invest $200 million in the Cape Wind energy project providing financing is closed by the end of the year.
A Danish pension fund has promised to invest $200 million in the Cape Wind energy project providing financing is closed by the end of the year.
A Tewksbury man prosecutors call a "predator" has been sentenced to up to 15 years in prison for extorting and sexually assaulting young victims.
A Tewksbury man prosecutors call a "predator" has been sentenced to up to 15 years in prison for extorting and sexually assaulting young victims.
A message sealed in a champagne bottle and tossed into the waters off Tampa, Fla., more than a decade ago by a Massachusetts couple celebrating their engagement has been found.
A message sealed in a champagne bottle and tossed into the waters off Tampa, Fla., more than a decade ago by a Massachusetts couple celebrating their engagement has been found.
The new director of the state agency that oversees welfare benefits has unveiled measures she says are aimed at preventing fraud and waste.
The new director of the state agency that oversees welfare benefits has unveiled measures she says are aimed at preventing fraud and waste.
A Stoughton man who fatally shot a rival through a window as the victim lay in bed has been convicted of second-degree murder.
A Stoughton man who fatally shot a rival through a window as the victim lay in bed has been convicted of second-degree murder.
U.S. Rep. Michael Capuano is co-sponsoring a bill he says will give car owners more control over so-called "black box" recorders.
U.S. Rep. Michael Capuano is co-sponsoring a bill he says will give car owners more control over so-called "black box" recorders.
A former enforcer for James "Whitey" Bulger is expected to face more tough cross-examination by Bulger's lawyers when he returns to the witness stand.
A former enforcer for James "Whitey" Bulger is expected to face more tough cross-examination by Bulger's lawyers when he returns to the witness stand.
Massachusetts's special U.S. Senate election is heading into its final stretch after Republican Gabriel Gomez and Democratic U.S. Rep. Edward Markey engaged in some testy exchanges during their final debate.
Massachusetts's special U.S. Senate election is heading into its final stretch after Republican Gabriel Gomez and Democratic U.S. Rep. Edward Markey engaged in some testy exchanges during their final debate.
Jonny Gomes hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning to lift the Boston Red Sox to a 3-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays yesterday, completing a doubleheader sweep. It was a dramatic ending to a very long day, which started at 1...
Houston's Astrodome stadium, New York's old Pan Am Worldport Terminal at Kennedy Airport and Montana's one-room schoolhouses are joining a list of the nation's most endangered historic places.
Houston's Astrodome stadium, New York's old Pan Am Worldport Terminal at Kennedy Airport and Montana's one-room schoolhouses are joining a list of the nation's most endangered historic places.
A Martha's Vineyard lighthouse that's in danger of tumbling off the cliffs it was built on in the 1800s has been named one of the country's most endangered historic places.
A Martha's Vineyard lighthouse that's in danger of tumbling off the cliffs it was built on in the 1800s has been named one of the country's most endangered historic places.
State and local police spent hours at the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez on Tuesday night as another group of officers searched an industrial park about a mile away where a body was discovered...
State and local police spent hours at the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez on Tuesday night as another group of officers searched an industrial park about a mile away where a body was discovered the day...
Doctors in Bolivia say a 4-year-old girl who was unconscious for nearly three weeks after being mauled in the face and body by a Rottweiler is conscious and ready to fly to Boston for reconstructive surgery.
Doctors in Bolivia say a 4-year-old girl who was unconscious for nearly three weeks after being mauled in the face and body by a Rottweiler is conscious and ready to fly to Boston for reconstructive surgery.
Mississippi's attorney general says he still considers Google's responses on its efforts to prevent illegal sales of online drugs insufficient and says he's sending subpoenas for company documents to...
Mississippi's attorney general says he still considers Google's responses on its efforts to prevent illegal sales of online drugs insufficient and says he's sending subpoenas for company documents to further his...
Three Tennessee clinics have received subpoenas for documents related to drugs from a Massachusetts specialty pharmacy linked to a fungal meningitis outbreak last year.
Three Tennessee clinics have received subpoenas for documents related to drugs from a Massachusetts specialty pharmacy linked to a fungal meningitis outbreak last year.
The Cape Wind offshore wind project has secured a $200 million investment from a Danish pension fund in what its president says is a milestone for the proposed 130-turbine project.
The Cape Wind offshore wind project has secured a $200 million investment from a Danish pension fund in what its president says is a milestone for the proposed 130-turbine project.
He admits to killing 20 people during his career as a criminal, but former James "Whitey" Bulger cohort John Martorano insists he's a "nice guy." Martorano made the statement today while being cross-examined by...
He admits to killing 20 people during his career as a criminal, but former James "Whitey" Bulger cohort John Martorano insists he's a "nice guy." Martorano made the statement today while being cross-examined by one of...
Boston Marathon winner Lelisa Desisa is giving his medal to the City of Boston as a tribute to the victims and families affected by the twin bombing near the race's finish line.
Boston Marathon winner Lelisa Desisa is giving his medal to the City of Boston as a tribute to the victims and families affected by the twin bombing near the race's finish line.
Bettors will soon be able to play blackjack, roulette and craps at the Twin River Casino as Rhode Island moves to get a head start on neighboring Massachusetts.
Bettors will soon be able to play blackjack, roulette and craps at the Twin River Casino as Rhode Island moves to get a head start on neighboring Massachusetts.
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The Red Sox are hosting the Rays in a day-night doubleheader. Alfredo Aceves is on the mound for Boston in this afternoon's first game, while Felix Doubront is set to start the second game, with the first...
BOSTON (AP) - The Red Sox are hosting the Rays in a day-night doubleheader. Alfredo Aceves is on the mound for Boston in this afternoon's first game, while Felix Doubront is set to start the second game, with the first...
A physics professor who earned a Nobel prize for pioneering work that changed the way physicists think about phase transitions has died in Maine at age 77.
A physics professor who earned a Nobel prize for pioneering work that changed the way physicists think about phase transitions has died in Maine at age 77.
Everyone knows that what happens in Las Vegas "stays in Vegas." Maine's largest city is launching its own marketing campaign, and wants you to know simply that "Life's good here."
Everyone knows that what happens in Las Vegas "stays in Vegas." Maine's largest city is launching its own marketing campaign, and wants you to know simply that "Life's good here."
A New Hampshire man has been sentenced to up to 10 years in prison for sexually abusing his 7-year-old foster brother while living in Massachusetts.
A New Hampshire man has been sentenced to up to 10 years in prison for sexually abusing his 7-year-old foster brother while living in Massachusetts.
A sergeant in the Arizona National Guard who served in Iraq has been sentenced to three years in a Massachusetts prison after pleading guilty to his role in a scheme to move $1 million worth of cocaine from Mexico to...
A sergeant in the Arizona National Guard who served in Iraq has been sentenced to three years in a Massachusetts prison after pleading guilty to his role in a scheme to move $1 million worth of cocaine from Mexico to Canada.
A Fall River man has been convicted of killing one man and injuring another in an early morning shooting on the city streets nearly four years ago.
A Fall River man has been convicted of killing one man and injuring another in an early morning shooting on the city streets nearly four years ago.
A New Bedford mom says she and her 5-year-old developmentally disabled daughter were thrown out of a Providence, R.I., theater during a performance of "Beauty and the Beast" because the little girl was making...
A New Bedford mom says she and her 5-year-old developmentally disabled daughter were thrown out of a Providence, R.I., theater during a performance of "Beauty and the Beast" because the little girl was making giggling and...
Authorities are investigating the discovery of a dead body in a North Attleborough industrial park as a possible homicide.
Authorities are investigating the discovery of a dead body in a North Attleborough industrial park as a possible homicide.
Police have arrested two people, including a 15-year-old girl, in connection with a bleach attack and robbery on a Boston bus.
Police have arrested two people, including a 15-year-old girl, in connection with a bleach attack and robbery on a Boston bus.
Authorities say a Holyoke teenager has died after falling from a 50-foot cliff into the Connecticut River.
Authorities say a Holyoke teenager has died after falling from a 50-foot cliff into the Connecticut River.
A robot that students from University of Massachusetts-Lowell designed has won a NASA contest.
A robot that students from University of Massachusetts-Lowell designed has won a NASA contest.
A former hitman will testify for a second day in the racketeering trial of James "Whitey" Bulger, as Bulger's attorneys prepare to attack his credibility.
A former hitman will testify for a second day in the racketeering trial of James "Whitey" Bulger, as Bulger's attorneys prepare to attack his credibility.
Republican Gabriel Gomez and Democrat Edward Markey are prepping for their final debate in Massachusetts' special U.S. Senate election.
Republican Gabriel Gomez and Democrat Edward Markey are prepping for their final debate in Massachusetts' special U.S. Senate election.
The Boston Bruins have beaten the Chicago Blackhawks 2-0 to take a 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup finals.
The Boston Bruins have beaten the Chicago Blackhawks 2-0 to take a 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup finals.
An official with the main compensation fund for Boston Marathon bombing victims says 247 claims have been received by the Saturday deadline, and others postmarked by then could arrive in coming days. The One Fund...
An official with the main compensation fund for Boston Marathon bombing victims says 247 claims have been received by the Saturday deadline, and others postmarked by then could arrive in coming days. The One Fund also says...
The candidates in Massachusetts' special U.S. Senate election are weighing in on President Barack Obama's decision to arm Syrian rebels, as new campaign finance reports show Democrat Edward Markey holding an...
The candidates in Massachusetts' special U.S. Senate election are weighing in on President Barack Obama's decision to arm Syrian rebels, as new campaign finance reports show Democrat Edward Markey holding an edge...
The state's gambling commission has unveiled the second and final application form for companies hoping to build a casino or slots parlor in Massachusetts.
The state's gambling commission has unveiled the second and final application form for companies hoping to build a casino or slots parlor in Massachusetts.
The deputy administrator of the main compensation fund for Boston Marathon bombing victims says it has received 247 claims so far.
The deputy administrator of the main compensation fund for Boston Marathon bombing victims says it has received 247 claims so far.
Secretary of State John Kerry has cast his ballot in the race for his former U.S. Senate seat.
Secretary of State John Kerry has cast his ballot in the race for his former U.S. Senate seat.
A former top health care official in President Barack Obama's administration is entering the race for governor of Massachusetts.
A former top health care official in President Barack Obama's administration is entering the race for governor of Massachusetts.
Maine state police say a cyclist killed during the Trek Across Maine likely veered into the path of a tractor-trailer when he had one hand on his handlebar while sipping water.
Maine state police say a cyclist killed during the Trek Across Maine likely veered into the path of a tractor-trailer when he had one hand on his handlebar while sipping water.
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey is offering cautious support for President Barack Obama's decision to begin arming rebels in Syria.
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey is offering cautious support for President Barack Obama's decision to begin arming rebels in Syria.
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey is heading into the final campaign stretch with more than a two-to-one fundraising advantage over Republican Gabriel Gomez.
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey is heading into the final campaign stretch with more than a two-to-one fundraising advantage over Republican Gabriel Gomez.
Senate leaders are proposing a sweeping overhaul of the state's welfare system that seeks to put more welfare recipients back in the workforce while reducing fraud and waste.
Senate leaders are proposing a sweeping overhaul of the state's welfare system that seeks to put more welfare recipients back in the workforce while reducing fraud and waste.
The price of a gallon of gas in Massachusetts has crept up by a penny in the past week yet remains well below the national average.
The price of a gallon of gas in Massachusetts has crept up by a penny in the past week yet remains well below the national average.
A former hitman who admitted killing 20 people has taken the witness stand at the racketeering trial of James "Whitey" Bulger.
A former hitman who admitted killing 20 people has taken the witness stand at the racketeering trial of James "Whitey" Bulger.
Dr. Jeffrey Kalish was watching his wife run the Boston Marathon when the bombs went off April 15.
Dr. Jeffrey Kalish was watching his wife run the Boston Marathon when the bombs went off April 15.
Police are investigating a possible kidnapping in Beverly.
Police are investigating a possible kidnapping in Beverly.
A West Bridgewater man police say was texting when he was involved in a car crash last week has died.
A West Bridgewater man police say was texting when he was involved in a car crash last week has died.
The general manager of a central Massachusetts McDonalds's has died in a head-on crash in Leicester (LESS'-tuhr)
The general manager of a central Massachusetts McDonalds's has died in a head-on crash in Leicester (LESS'-tuhr)
Police say a man has died after a shooting on a Springfield street.
Police say a man has died after a shooting on a Springfield street.
Authorities say two people are dead after a shooting and roughly three-hour standoff in Swansea.
Authorities say two people are dead after a shooting and roughly three-hour standoff in Swansea.
Leading off for the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum's 75th anniversary celebration, the Boston Pops.
Leading off for the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum's 75th anniversary celebration, the Boston Pops.
New leadership is about to direct a foundation established to help children whose parents are targeted because of their advocacy.
New leadership is about to direct a foundation established to help children whose parents are targeted because of their advocacy.
Two Pittsfield men have been arrested following a North Adams barroom brawl involving dozens and leading to two stabbings.
Two Pittsfield men have been arrested following a North Adams barroom brawl involving dozens and leading to two stabbings.
For the first time in more than 20 years, the July 4 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular will not be televised nationally.
For the first time in more than 20 years, the July 4 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular will not be televised nationally.
Police say women were attacked in two incidents in Boston over the weekend.
Police say women were attacked in two incidents in Boston over the weekend.
A judge's ruling expected this month in New York could help end the practice of using bite mark analysis in courtrooms.
A judge's ruling expected this month in New York could help end the practice of using bite mark analysis in courtrooms.
Democratic congressman Edward Markey has tried to take the main criticism leveled at him by his Republican opponent in the special U.S. Senate race in Massachusetts and turn it on its head.
Democratic congressman Edward Markey has tried to take the main criticism leveled at him by his Republican opponent in the special U.S. Senate race in Massachusetts and turn it on its head.
New Hampshire police say a Massachusetts man is facing charges after allegedly driving his motorcycle faster than 150 mph on Interstate 93.
New Hampshire police say a Massachusetts man is facing charges after allegedly driving his motorcycle faster than 150 mph on Interstate 93.
One of the FBI's Most Wanted for more than a decade, James "Whitey" Bulger went on trial this week. Here's a look back at the first week of the racketeering trial of a man who prosecutors say participated in...
One of the FBI's Most Wanted for more than a decade, James "Whitey" Bulger went on trial this week. Here's a look back at the first week of the racketeering trial of a man who prosecutors say participated in 19...
A federal judge has ordered Homeland Security officials to release certain immigration records following a newspaper's 2012 lawsuit.
A federal judge has ordered Homeland Security officials to release certain immigration records following a newspaper's 2012 lawsuit.
Police say they're investigating the deaths of a man and a woman whose bodies they found in a Worcester home as a case of apparent murder-suicide.
Police say they're investigating the deaths of a man and a woman whose bodies they found in a Worcester home as a case of apparent murder-suicide.
Two Massachusetts residents face numerous drug charges after police in New Jersey allegedly found about 65 pounds of marijuana hidden in the trunk of their rented car.
Two Massachusetts residents face numerous drug charges after police in New Jersey allegedly found about 65 pounds of marijuana hidden in the trunk of their rented car.
Police are looking for a motorist who fled the scene of a crash in Somerset that killed a man in a wheelchair.
Police are looking for a motorist who fled the scene of a crash in Somerset that killed a man in a wheelchair.
The U.S. Army has identified a Ranger who died in an apparent parachuting mishap as a 21-year-old from Massachusetts.
The U.S. Army has identified a Ranger who died in an apparent parachuting mishap as a 21-year-old from Massachusetts.
Former President Bill Clinton is coming to Massachusetts to campaign for Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey.
Former President Bill Clinton is coming to Massachusetts to campaign for Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey.
More than a century after orchestras at New Hampshire's grand hotels played music composed especially for them, Plymouth State University is bringing back some of the long-lost tunes.
More than a century after orchestras at New Hampshire's grand hotels played music composed especially for them, Plymouth State University is bringing back some of the long-lost tunes.
Republican Gabriel Gomez has made his military background a cornerstone of his campaign in Massachusetts' U.S. Senate race.
Republican Gabriel Gomez has made his military background a cornerstone of his campaign in Massachusetts' U.S. Senate race.
The transit police officer who survived a showdown with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects has been discharged from the hospital. Officer Richard Donohue headed home yesterday. The 33-year-old officer still has a...
The transit police officer who survived a showdown with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects has been discharged from the hospital. Officer Richard Donohue headed home yesterday. The 33-year-old officer still has a bullet in...
Rangers in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park helped to rescue a 53-year-old hiker who was struck by a falling tree during a storm and has multiple injuries.
Rangers in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park helped to rescue a 53-year-old hiker who was struck by a falling tree during a storm and has multiple injuries.
A 53-year-old South Boston man has pleaded not guilty to pointing a pellet gun at police responding to reports someone was shooting a gun.
A 53-year-old South Boston man has pleaded not guilty to pointing a pellet gun at police responding to reports someone was shooting a gun.
Applications were rushing in the day before the deadline to submit a claim to the primary compensation fund for Boston Marathon bombing victims.
Applications were rushing in the day before the deadline to submit a claim to the primary compensation fund for Boston Marathon bombing victims.
James "Whitey" Bulger is on trial on a long list of charges, including participating in 19 killings. Here's a look at the case against him, his defense and what's happening in the courtroom:
James "Whitey" Bulger is on trial on a long list of charges, including participating in 19 killings. Here's a look at the case against him, his defense and what's happening in the courtroom:
Massachusetts State Police say a Rhode Island man is facing charges after a 4-year-old girl was killed when his car rolled over on Interstate 495 in Bellingham.
Massachusetts State Police say a Rhode Island man is facing charges after a 4-year-old girl was killed when his car rolled over on Interstate 495 in Bellingham.
The candidates in the Massachusetts special U.S. Senate election are stepping up their efforts to reach out to voters as they gear up for their final full week of campaigning.
The candidates in the Massachusetts special U.S. Senate election are stepping up their efforts to reach out to voters as they gear up for their final full week of campaigning.
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey is unveiling a new television ad featuring President Barack Obama.
Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey is unveiling a new television ad featuring President Barack Obama.
A joint fundraising committee that Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez opened with the National Republican Senatorial Committee has raised more than $688,000 in contributions.
A joint fundraising committee that Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez opened with the National Republican Senatorial Committee has raised more than $688,000 in contributions.
Twin River has hosted its very first casino gambling after voters approved blackjack, roulette and other Las Vegas-style games for the northern Rhode Island facility.
Twin River has hosted its very first casino gambling after voters approved blackjack, roulette and other Las Vegas-style games for the northern Rhode Island facility.
Former U.S. Sen. Scott Brown is throwing his support behind fellow Republican and Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez.
Former U.S. Sen. Scott Brown is throwing his support behind fellow Republican and Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez.
State officials say 71 cities and towns are getting a slice of a $1.3 million grant meant to fight drug abuse and overdoses.
State officials say 71 cities and towns are getting a slice of a $1.3 million grant meant to fight drug abuse and overdoses.
A bookmaker is testifying that he and other bookies were forced to pay James "Whitey" Bulger and his gang to stay in business and if they didn't, they were told they could "wind up in the hospital."
A bookmaker is testifying that he and other bookies were forced to pay James "Whitey" Bulger and his gang to stay in business and if they didn't, they were told they could "wind up in the hospital."
A political action committee formed by U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren has raised nearly $229,000 during the first six months of the year.
A political action committee formed by U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren has raised nearly $229,000 during the first six months of the year.
A state police spokesman says a man has been fatally shot by a trooper.
A state police spokesman says a man has been fatally shot by a trooper.
State police are appealing a decision by a clerk magistrate not to issue criminal complaints against seven people allegedly found trespassing at the Quabbin Reservoir last month.
State police are appealing a decision by a clerk magistrate not to issue criminal complaints against seven people allegedly found trespassing at the Quabbin Reservoir last month.
Actor Robert Downey Jr. may not be a real superhero, but he sure acted like one for a little Massachusetts boy.
Actor Robert Downey Jr. may not be a real superhero, but he sure acted like one for a little Massachusetts boy.
New Hampshire State Police have identified the motorcycle rider who died after failing to negotiate the turn into the former viewing area for the Old Man of the Mountain.
New Hampshire State Police have identified the motorcycle rider who died after failing to negotiate the turn into the former viewing area for the Old Man of the Mountain.
A disbarred Lawrence attorney has been indicted on charges that he stole more than $900,000 from clients.
A disbarred Lawrence attorney has been indicted on charges that he stole more than $900,000 from clients.
The former executive director of the Chelsea Housing Authority is scheduled to be sentenced on charges he tried to hide his inflated salary from state and federal authorities.
The former executive director of the Chelsea Housing Authority is scheduled to be sentenced on charges he tried to hide his inflated salary from state and federal authorities.
Parking is such a precious commodity in Boston that one woman was willing to pay $560,000 for two off-street spaces near her home.
Parking is such a precious commodity in Boston that one woman was willing to pay $560,000 for two off-street spaces near her home.
Mourners will remember former Gov. Argeo Paul Cellucci during a funeral Mass in his hometown of Hudson.
Mourners will remember former Gov. Argeo Paul Cellucci during a funeral Mass in his hometown of Hudson.
The transit police officer who survived a showdown with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects will be discharged from the hospital.
The transit police officer who survived a showdown with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects will be discharged from the hospital.
U.S. Rep. Michael Capuano is pushing legislation he says will require television watchers be given a warning before their television set starts to watch them back.
U.S. Rep. Michael Capuano is pushing legislation he says will require television watchers be given a warning before their television set starts to watch them back.
Two bookmakers are expected to testify in court about how James "Whitey" Bulger allegedly forced them to pay him so they could stay in business.
Two bookmakers are expected to testify in court about how James "Whitey" Bulger allegedly forced them to pay him so they could stay in business.
A Norton woman has been found guilty of molesting and assaulting a 4-year-old girl she baby-sat in her home.
A Norton woman has been found guilty of molesting and assaulting a 4-year-old girl she baby-sat in her home.
A super PAC is running new ads linking Democrat Ed Markey to the Internal Revenue Service, while accusing him of distorting facts in the special election to replace John Kerry.
A super PAC is running new ads linking Democrat Ed Markey to the Internal Revenue Service, while accusing him of distorting facts in the special election to replace John Kerry.
The sole Democratic African-American senator is casting doubt on the need for a "black agenda" from the president and on its chances of passage in Congress.
The sole Democratic African-American senator is casting doubt on the need for a "black agenda" from the president and on its chances of passage in Congress.
Holden police say an Assumption College campus police officer has shot himself in the leg and foot at a shooting range.
Holden police say an Assumption College campus police officer has shot himself in the leg and foot at a shooting range.
Transit police are looking for three women they say threw bleach in the face of a man on a Boston bus, then assaulted and robbed him.
Transit police are looking for three women they say threw bleach in the face of a man on a Boston bus, then assaulted and robbed him.
The managing director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra says the organization is solidifying its long-term commitment to its summer home at Tanglewood by accelerating plans to invest $30 million in building and...
The managing director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra says the organization is solidifying its long-term commitment to its summer home at Tanglewood by accelerating plans to invest $30 million in building and grounds...
Police say a man who robbed a Foxborough home had to call a tow truck after getting stuck in the mud while making his getaway.
Police say a man who robbed a Foxborough home had to call a tow truck after getting stuck in the mud while making his getaway.
Police say an 18-year-old woman distracted by her GPS struck and killed a man walking along the side of a Mendon road.
Police say an 18-year-old woman distracted by her GPS struck and killed a man walking along the side of a Mendon road.
Watertown police say the town's insurance company has agreed to cover the cost of replacing three department vehicles peppered with bullet holes and damaged beyond repair by explosions during the shootout with...
Watertown police say the town's insurance company has agreed to cover the cost of replacing three department vehicles peppered with bullet holes and damaged beyond repair by explosions during the shootout with the Boston...
Police say a Boston officer has been injured in an exchange of gunfire with a man on a city street.
Police say a Boston officer has been injured in an exchange of gunfire with a man on a city street.
The second largest health insurer in Massachusetts has announced that it will no longer cover specialty medications known as compounded drugs, months after a deadly nationwide meningitis outbreak was traced to a...
The second largest health insurer in Massachusetts has announced that it will no longer cover specialty medications known as compounded drugs, months after a deadly nationwide meningitis outbreak was traced to a...
Boston Marathon bombing victim Jeff Bauman, who lost his legs in the blast, has paid a visit to his co-workers at the New Hampshire store where he's worked for three years.
Boston Marathon bombing victim Jeff Bauman, who lost his legs in the blast, has paid a visit to his co-workers at the New Hampshire store where he's worked for three years.
A Massachusetts lawyer, who was also a middle school substitute teacher and Boy Scout leader, has pleaded guilty to federal charges of using the Internet to try to entice young boys into unlawful sexual conduct.
A Massachusetts lawyer, who was also a middle school substitute teacher and Boy Scout leader, has pleaded guilty to federal charges of using the Internet to try to entice young boys into unlawful sexual conduct.
The state Department of Conservation and Recreation, which oversees state-owned parks and natural resource conservation, is getting a new leader.
The state Department of Conservation and Recreation, which oversees state-owned parks and natural resource conservation, is getting a new leader.
Jurors at the racketeering trial of James "Whitey" Bulger can expect to see more surveillance video of Bulger meeting with organized crime figures.
Jurors at the racketeering trial of James "Whitey" Bulger can expect to see more surveillance video of Bulger meeting with organized crime figures.
The late former Massachusetts Gov. Paul Cellucci is being honored at the Statehouse, where he spent nearly a quarter of a century in public life.
The late former Massachusetts Gov. Paul Cellucci is being honored at the Statehouse, where he spent nearly a quarter of a century in public life.
A man has been shot by police and a Boston police officer has been injured during a confrontation in the city's South Boston neighborhood.
A man has been shot by police and a Boston police officer has been injured during a confrontation in the city's South Boston neighborhood.
Authorities believe they've found the body of a cancer patient missing since a small plane crashed last month in upstate New York.
Authorities believe they've found the body of a cancer patient missing since a small plane crashed last month in upstate New York.
Two weeks before Election Day, Massachusetts Republican Senate candidate Gabriel Gomez is finally getting some help.
Two weeks before Election Day, Massachusetts Republican Senate candidate Gabriel Gomez is finally getting some help.
Senators from Illinois and Massachusetts have a friendly food wager on the National Hockey League's Stanley Cup series between the Boston Bruins and Chicago Blackhawks.
Senators from Illinois and Massachusetts have a friendly food wager on the National Hockey League's Stanley Cup series between the Boston Bruins and Chicago Blackhawks.
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Gabriel Gomez says President Barack Obama's visit to Massachusetts and an upcoming appearance by former President Bill Clinton show his Democratic opponent is running scared.
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Gabriel Gomez says President Barack Obama's visit to Massachusetts and an upcoming appearance by former President Bill Clinton show his Democratic opponent is running scared.
Former President Bill Clinton is hitting the campaign trail on behalf of Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey.
Former President Bill Clinton is hitting the campaign trail on behalf of Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey.
The Chicago Blackhawks can boast of some mighty beasts among their supporters: two massive bronze lions that guard the Art Institute of Chicago.
The Chicago Blackhawks can boast of some mighty beasts among their supporters: two massive bronze lions that guard the Art Institute of Chicago.
U.S. prosecutors in New Jersey have announced charges against eight alleged members of an international cybercrime ring they say hacked into the computers of more than a dozen leading financial institutions and the...
U.S. prosecutors in New Jersey have announced charges against eight alleged members of an international cybercrime ring they say hacked into the computers of more than a dozen leading financial institutions and the U.S....
President Barack Obama is working to boost the candidacy of Senate hopeful Ed Markey, calling him a champion for middle class families and small businesses with, quote, "a track record you can trust."
President Barack Obama is working to boost the candidacy of Senate hopeful Ed Markey, calling him a champion for middle class families and small businesses with, quote, "a track record you can trust."
A Springfield man has been convicted of killing a barbershop customer, wounding the barber, and then injuring two officers during a shootout with police, all just days after escaping from prison.
A Springfield man has been convicted of killing a barbershop customer, wounding the barber, and then injuring two officers during a shootout with police, all just days after escaping from prison.
Police say one man has died and a second has been sent to a hospital after their car struck a tree in Southborough.
Police say one man has died and a second has been sent to a hospital after their car struck a tree in Southborough.
President Barack Obama is stumping for U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey in Boston, hoping to give him an edge over Republican Gabriel Gomez in the state's special election.
President Barack Obama is stumping for U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey in Boston, hoping to give him an edge over Republican Gabriel Gomez in the state's special election.
Boston police have issued new guidelines on how officers should treat transgendered persons.
Boston police have issued new guidelines on how officers should treat transgendered persons.
Norman Mailer's children have put the two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning author's longtime Cape Cod home up for sale.
Norman Mailer's children have put the two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning author's longtime Cape Cod home up for sale.
The trial of North Attleborough woman charged with abusing two children she was baby-sitting is under way.
The trial of North Attleborough woman charged with abusing two children she was baby-sitting is under way.
Falmouth police say they are investigating an apparent double homicide in town.
Falmouth police say they are investigating an apparent double homicide in town.
Authorities say a fire that destroyed a 163-year-old mansion in an eastern New York village is being investigated as a possible arson.
Authorities say a fire that destroyed a 163-year-old mansion in an eastern New York village is being investigated as a possible arson.
The Raynham Board of Selectmen has unanimously approved a host community agreement with a developer that wants to bring a slots parlor to the former dog racing track in town.
The Raynham Board of Selectmen has unanimously approved a host community agreement with a developer that wants to bring a slots parlor to the former dog racing track in town.
The owner of a wedding videography company has been ordered to pay more than $500,000 in restitution, penalties and fees for scamming about 150 newlywed couples.
The owner of a wedding videography company has been ordered to pay more than $500,000 in restitution, penalties and fees for scamming about 150 newlywed couples.
Investigators say a fire that gutted a Lynn church last month was deliberately set.
Investigators say a fire that gutted a Lynn church last month was deliberately set.
Gov. Deval Patrick is hosting the president of Peru in Boston.
Gov. Deval Patrick is hosting the president of Peru in Boston.
Rhode Island's governor is headed to Massachusetts to join President Barack Obama and help out a fellow Democrat just weeks after he joined the party himself.
Rhode Island's governor is headed to Massachusetts to join President Barack Obama and help out a fellow Democrat just weeks after he joined the party himself.
The Marine Biological Laboratory on Cape Cod and the University of Chicago have agreed to a research and educational affiliation.
The Marine Biological Laboratory on Cape Cod and the University of Chicago have agreed to a research and educational affiliation.
The long-awaited trial of reputed gangster James "Whitey" Bulger is set to get under way with opening statements to the jury.
The long-awaited trial of reputed gangster James "Whitey" Bulger is set to get under way with opening statements to the jury.
President Barack Obama is heading to Boston to rally supporters of Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey a day after Markey and Republican Gabriel Gomez squared off in their second debate.
President Barack Obama is heading to Boston to rally supporters of Democratic U.S. Senate hopeful Edward Markey a day after Markey and Republican Gabriel Gomez squared off in their second debate.
New Zealand police say three Boston University students killed last year when their minivan rolled might have survived if they were wearing seatbelts.
New Zealand police say three Boston University students killed last year when their minivan rolled might have survived if they were wearing seatbelts.
Vice President Joe Biden says Senate Republicans are scared of two of their freshmen: Ted Cruz of Texas and Rand Paul of Kentucky.
Vice President Joe Biden says Senate Republicans are scared of two of their freshmen: Ted Cruz of Texas and Rand Paul of Kentucky.
A company that filed a federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a provision in the state's casino gambling law that gave preference to a native American tribe in southeast Massachusetts is fighting...
A company that filed a federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a provision in the state's casino gambling law that gave preference to a native American tribe in southeast Massachusetts is fighting the...
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Gabriel Gomez is adding a little humor to his latest television ad.
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Gabriel Gomez is adding a little humor to his latest television ad.
Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez has launched a "Latinos for Gomez" coalition which he said is supporting his proposals to provide better jobs for the Latino community and support an overhaul of the...
Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez has launched a "Latinos for Gomez" coalition which he said is supporting his proposals to provide better jobs for the Latino community and support an overhaul of the nation's...
A Democratic congressman from Rhode Island and a Republican congressman from Illinois are betting lunch on the outcome of the Stanley Cup finals between the Boston Bruins and the Chicago Blackhawks.
A Democratic congressman from Rhode Island and a Republican congressman from Illinois are betting lunch on the outcome of the Stanley Cup finals between the Boston Bruins and the Chicago Blackhawks.
Massachusetts officials are warning of a new plant disease affecting the Impatiens, a popular flower group.
Massachusetts officials are warning of a new plant disease affecting the Impatiens, a popular flower group.
Advocates for a higher minimum wage packed a Statehouse hearing, saying increasing the wage is a matter of fairness and economic justice.
Advocates for a higher minimum wage packed a Statehouse hearing, saying increasing the wage is a matter of fairness and economic justice.
Maine food retailers would have to put special labels on products that contain genetically modified ingredients, under a measure advanced by the House.
Maine food retailers would have to put special labels on products that contain genetically modified ingredients, under a measure advanced by the House.
The head of the FBI's Boston office has announced he's stepping down to take a private sector job.
The head of the FBI's Boston office has announced he's stepping down to take a private sector job.
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn and Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick have made a wager on the National Hockey League finals featuring the Chicago Blackhawks and the Boston Bruins.
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn and Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick have made a wager on the National Hockey League finals featuring the Chicago Blackhawks and the Boston Bruins.
The state's highest court says the family of a late Boston woman who got free cigarette samples as a child can keep $35 million in punitive damages awarded in a lawsuit against the tobacco company.
The state's highest court says the family of a late Boston woman who got free cigarette samples as a child can keep $35 million in punitive damages awarded in a lawsuit against the tobacco company.
Closing statements in the trial of a Springfield man prosecutors say escaped from prison, fatally shot a barbershop customer, and was involved in a shootout with police, are expected to start.
Closing statements in the trial of a Springfield man prosecutors say escaped from prison, fatally shot a barbershop customer, and was involved in a shootout with police, are expected to start.
The Pittsburgh Pirates say they'll begin using metal detector wands to search fans as part of an overall effort to beef up security at PNC Park in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombing.
The Pittsburgh Pirates say they'll begin using metal detector wands to search fans as part of an overall effort to beef up security at PNC Park in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombing.
Criminal background checks on potential jurors in the trial of reputed gangster James "Whitey" Bulger have turned up 13 people with some type of record.
Criminal background checks on potential jurors in the trial of reputed gangster James "Whitey" Bulger have turned up 13 people with some type of record.
Executives at the nation's leading technology companies want to require all Massachusetts public schools to teach computer science so they don't have to rely on foreign workers to fill jobs.
Executives at the nation's leading technology companies want to require all Massachusetts public schools to teach computer science so they don't have to rely on foreign workers to fill jobs.
A man police say stole nearly $500,000 worth of jewelry in more than a dozen "smash and grab" burglaries across New England and New York has been captured.
A man police say stole nearly $500,000 worth of jewelry in more than a dozen "smash and grab" burglaries across New England and New York has been captured.
Whately police say a tractor-trailer filled with fruit has been stolen from a truck stop in town.
Whately police say a tractor-trailer filled with fruit has been stolen from a truck stop in town.
Police say the owner of a Lawrence massage parlor is facing charges because her employees allegedly performed sex acts on customers, some of which were videotaped without the clients' knowledge.
Police say the owner of a Lawrence massage parlor is facing charges because her employees allegedly performed sex acts on customers, some of which were videotaped without the clients' knowledge.
Springfield police have arrested a 22-year-old city man and charged him with murder.
Springfield police have arrested a 22-year-old city man and charged him with murder.
Republican Gabriel Gomez and Democrat Edward Markey are gearing up for their second debate as President Barack Obama prepares to visit Massachusetts to whip up support for Markey in the state's special U.S....
Republican Gabriel Gomez and Democrat Edward Markey are gearing up for their second debate as President Barack Obama prepares to visit Massachusetts to whip up support for Markey in the state's special U.S. Senate...
New Hampshire State Police say one person has been killed in a rollover crash in Salem.
New Hampshire State Police say one person has been killed in a rollover crash in Salem.
