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Boston Police Investigate Dorchester Stabbing

Victim transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, no arrests made

Child Hit by Driver Rushing Gunshot Victim to Hospital

Authorities investigating incident in Fall River, Massachusetts

Fifth person arrested in Haverhill shooting incident

Evan Carlisle, 24, faces multiple charges including armed assault and firearm violations

Quincy Homeowner Faces Legal Battle Over Airbnb Rental Ban

City's crackdown on short-term rentals leads to contentious court case.

Worcester Man Arrested in Rhode Island for Triple Shooting

US Marshals apprehended Xabiel Feliciano, who was wanted in connection with a December shooting in Worcester.

Three arrested after shootout in Haverhill

No injuries reported as police apprehend suspects

Driver charged in deadly Brockton crash that killed 2 men

Surveillance video shows car striking box truck at Centre and Quincy streets

Boy Survives 7-Story Fall at Worcester Apartment Complex

The child was alert and crying when emergency responders arrived on the scene.

Off-Duty Sudbury Firefighter Rescues Residents From Burning NH Home

Lt. Matthew MacDonald's quick actions prevented injuries and more serious damage

Boston Police Probe Attempted Abduction Near Roxbury School

Authorities say suspect fled the scene before they arrived, no arrests made yet.

Suspect in Fitchburg Shooting Arrested

Police apprehended the suspect hours after the incident on Willow Street.

Suspect Arrested in Rhode Island Months After Worcester Triple Shooting

Federal marshals apprehended Xabiel Feliciano, who was wanted on charges related to the December incident.

Carver man charged in federal dogfighting ring

Corey Elliott accused of breeding, training, and fighting dogs over several years

MBTA Officer Attacked, Eyes Nearly Gouged

Boston man charged with mayhem, assault, and battery after violent incident at police station

Man accused of assaulting ex-mayor faces trial

Surveillance video shows surprise attack on former Fall River mayor

15-Year-Old Charged in Dorchester Burger King Shooting

Suspect apprehended after brief foot chase, firearm recovered at scene.