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Police discovered an unresponsive man dead in a car at South Shore Hospital in Weymouth, Massachusetts, on Saturday afternoon. Massachusetts State Police received a report shortly after 2 p.m. and confirmed the man's death upon arrival.
Great white sharks are increasingly spotted near South Monomoy Island off Chatham, with 11 sightings reported between August 15 and 17. The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy's Sharktivity app tracked a total of 20 shark encounters since August 14, including one seal attack. Notably, an 11-foot male shark named Quadrilateral has been identified in the area.
Organizers canceled Riverfest at Salisbury Beach due to life-threatening rip currents caused by Hurricane Erin. The Department of Conservation and Recreation raised double red flags, indicating a significant safety risk for swimmers. Many Massachusetts beaches are expected to remain closed through the weekend.
A small plane crashed at Fitchburg Municipal Airport in Massachusetts on Saturday, injuring the pilot. The aircraft flipped onto its roof during landing due to changing winds and was temporarily closed following the incident.
A federal judge blocked the White House from cutting funding to Boston and other sanctuary cities after the Trump administration's threats of criminal charges against local leaders. U.S. District Judge William Orrick ruled that immigration-related conditions on unrelated grant programs are unlawful. Boston's Trust Act protects immigrants from detention by local police without a criminal warrant.
A Pittsfield man received a 46-year prison sentence for sexually abusing children and possessing extensive child sexual abuse material. Justin Benoit, 39, documented his crimes and preyed on minors, including two under his care. U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley described his actions as "diabolical," emphasizing the enduring trauma inflicted on his victims.
Four members of a Madbury family died in a murder-suicide, prompting the Oyster River Cooperative School District to prepare for the new school year. Classes will begin Wednesday, with resources available for students to help process the tragedy. Parents are encouraged to engage in open conversations with their children about the incident.
Gloucester officials closed Good Harbor Beach to swimming after a shark sighting, marking the second warning this week. Beachgoers are advised to stay out of the water and follow lifeguard instructions while officials investigate the situation.
Roger Daltrey, the lead singer of The Who, expresses his love for Fenway Park as he prepares for his final performance there on August 26. At 81, Daltrey reflects on his career and the challenges of touring, emphasizing the special connection he has with Boston, where he underwent a life-saving vocal surgery.
Mayoral candidate Josh Kraft accused Boston Mayor Michelle Wu of inflating commercial property values, resulting in higher taxes for property owners. Kraft demands evidence to back Wu's dismissal of these claims, which allege Boston over-valued buildings by $545 million, generating $13.3 million in extra tax revenue.