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A pedestrian suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a car in Dorchester, Boston. The collision occurred near Charles Street and Dorchester Avenue shortly after noon on Saturday. The driver remained at the scene while Boston police launched an investigation.
A 43-year-old man, identified as Francis Gigglioti, died following a struggle with police in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Officers responded to reports of erratic behavior and attempted to restrain him after he fled on foot, but he became unresponsive during the encounter and later died at a hospital.
An 11-year-old boy from Gloucester, Massachusetts, went viral on TikTok after seeking likes to obtain a Cooper Flagg jersey. His video amassed 5 million views and caught the attention of NBA superstar Cooper Flagg, who commented, "Go Mavs." George Lagas now aims to get the jersey autographed.
A suspect fled after crashing a stolen car in Boston, Massachusetts, following a theft in Revere. The driver remains at large, while no injuries resulted from the incident. State police towed the vehicle involved in the crash.
Boston renamed its convention center to honor former mayor Thomas Menino on Saturday. The "Thomas M. Menino Convention and Exhibition Center" recognizes his vision for revitalizing the Seaport district, which began with the center's opening in 2004. Menino's family reflected that he would prefer the focus on community rather than personal recognition.
Ceddanne Rafaela hit a walk-off two-run home run to lead the Boston Red Sox to a 5-4 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, extending their winning streak to eight games. The win solidified the Red Sox's position in the American League's second wild card spot. Rafaela's performance included an impressive .352 batting average and an active RBI streak of seven games.
Crews are fighting a three-alarm fire at a two-family home on Corwin Street in Dorchester. All occupants have been accounted for, and there are currently no reports of injuries or damage estimates. The Boston Fire Department is on the scene.
Severe flash flooding struck rural Vermont on Thursday, damaging homes and roads for the third consecutive summer. Up to 5 inches of rain fell in a few hours, leading to rapid flooding in areas like Sutton, where nearly 20 homes were cut off. Local officials continue to assess the damage as communities face the ongoing impacts of climate change.
Republican governors across at least 26 states are adopting DOGE-style initiatives to showcase their commitment to cutting government costs. Critics argue these efforts often duplicate existing processes and serve political agendas rather than fiscal responsibility. Prominent figures like Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry and Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds have rebranded existing programs under the DOGE label.
Osprey populations in the Chesapeake Bay are declining as chicks starve due to a lack of menhaden, a crucial fish in their diet. Bryan Watts, a biologist, attributes this decline to overfishing, leading to conflict with the fishing industry. Without intervention, ospreys may face a significant population drop reminiscent of the DDT era.