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Michael Felger, host of the 98.5 Felger and Mazz show, revealed he was airlifted to a hospital after a bike accident on Nantucket. He suffered a neck injury when he fell off his bike but did not need surgery after doctors found no damage. Felger expressed gratitude for the medical care he received and acknowledged his error in riding at night.
Massachusetts waste removal services face ongoing disruptions due to a Teamsters strike against Republic Services, prompting Gov. Maura Healey to express her disappointment with the company. Healey's letter to Republic's president highlighted the urgent need for resolution as trash accumulates in several communities. The strike, now in its sixth week, stems from demands for better wages and benefits.
A 3-year-old boy fell from a third-floor apartment window in Dorchester and was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. First responders found him alert but struggling to breathe, with swelling on the left side of his upper body. Investigators have secured the apartment for further examination.
A former Massachusetts state trooper, Calvin Butner, received a three-month prison sentence for accepting bribes to falsify commercial driving test scores. Butner was part of a conspiracy involving four troopers that favored at least 17 drivers between 2019 and 2023, including passing scores for applicants who failed the tests.
Thirteen individuals face federal charges for orchestrating a transnational elder fraud scheme that scammed over 400 Massachusetts seniors out of $5 million. The defendants allegedly posed as distressed grandchildren to manipulate victims into sending money, employing various accomplices to facilitate the fraud. Authorities urge potential victims to come forward as investigations continue.
The mother of Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, a college student killed in a D.C. shooting, praised President Trump's plan to deploy the National Guard and take control of local police. Tamara Tarpinian-Jachym expressed hope that her son's death would contribute to making D.C. safer, despite ongoing concerns about crime.
Chino Police recovered approximately $30,000 worth of stolen Labubu dolls, identifying two minor suspects from the warehouse. The collectibles, which have gained popularity, were found at a residence in Upland, with evidence suggesting plans for resale. Both suspects face charges of burglary and conspiracy.
Karen Read's legal team filed a motion to dismiss part of the wrongful death lawsuit brought by John O'Keefe's family, arguing insufficient specific facts in emotional distress claims. The lawsuit, stemming from O'Keefe's death over three years ago, seeks monetary damages and follows Read's acquittal on murder charges in her recent trial.
A 4-year-old boy fell from a third-floor window in a Dorchester apartment building on Monday night, sustaining serious injuries. He was taken to Boston Children's Hospital and is in critical but stable condition. The incident is currently under investigation.
A 10- to 12-foot great white shark was spotted near Richmond Island in Maine on Monday, prompting police warnings. Drone footage captured the shark swimming in the area, and it was later seen again near Pine Point Beach. Authorities are monitoring the situation and have advised the public to stay informed.