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- Flight tracking shows where North Carolina plane crash occurred
on December 19, 2025 at 12:39 amVideo of the flight data shows the plane took off from Statesville Regional Airport at about 10:06 this morning with a planned destination of Sarasota, Florida.
- Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and family among 7 killed in North Carolina plane crash
on December 19, 2025 at 12:39 amA North Carolina sheriff confirmed there were deaths after a business jet crashed while attempting to land at a regional airport.
- LIVE: Significant police activity at Mass./NH border in manhunt for Brown, MIT shooting suspect
on December 19, 2025 at 12:32 amPolice have identified a person they believe is connected to the mass shooting at Brown University last weekend and the killing of a Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor in Brookline earlier this week, sources tell 5 Investigates.
- What does rescheduling marijuana mean? Get the facts on President Trump's executive order
on December 19, 2025 at 12:32 amPresident Donald Trump took steps on Thursday to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, but that does not mean it's federally legal.
- Sky5: Large police presence in New Hampshire
on December 19, 2025 at 12:19 amThere is a large police presence in Salem, New Hampshire, in connection with the fatal shootings of two Brown University students and an MIT professor.
- Bay Path University helps combat food insecurity in western Massachusetts
by Sara Bien-Aime on December 18, 2025 at 11:40 pmBay Path University held an employee recognition and holiday luncheon today, where staff donated more than 125 pounds of food to Rachel's Table, a local charity dedicated to fighting hunger in the community.
- Rachel's Table seeks donations as food insecurity peaks
by Sara Bien-Aime on December 18, 2025 at 11:36 pmRachel's Table, a local non-profit, is urging families to donate as food insecurity reaches an all-time high this holiday season.
- Gov. talks budget priorities
by Olivia Ray on December 18, 2025 at 11:34 pmThe Governor will release her budget plan for fiscal year 2027 in just a month, and preparations are well underway.
- Demand for ice melt surges as temperatures drop
by Adam Strzempko on December 18, 2025 at 11:27 pmDemand for ice melt has surged amid recent cold weather conditions, with local hardware stores experiencing higher sales as residents prepare for ice accumulation on driveways and sidewalks.
- Inflation eases, but annual growth in prices still a worry
by Kayleigh Thomas on December 18, 2025 at 11:27 pmU.S. inflation slowed to 2.7% in November, down from 3% in September, according to a new Consumer Price Index report released today.
- Lanesborough fire officials order Berkshire Mall owners to board up windows and entrances — again
by Staff Writer on December 18, 2025 at 2:00 pm<p>The fire chief has ordered mall owners to either maintain 24-hour security for the vacant building or board and secure it with a chain-link fence at all entrances or around the full perimeter of the property.</p>
- LIHEAP funding restored, Berkshire County residents can now apply for heating assistance
by Nate Harrington on December 16, 2025 at 3:00 pm<p>The Berkshire Community Action Council confirmed that it has the funds to grant heat assistance to those who qualify and is now accepting applications. </p>
- Berkshire Jewish leaders emphasize light and community after deadly Australian Hanukkah attack
by Staff Writer on December 16, 2025 at 10:00 am<p>Rabbis in Berkshire County are taking a cue from the Jews of Australia, who on Monday celebrated Hanukkah for the second night in a row at Bondi Beach. “I think the only thing we can do is add light,” one rabbi said. </p>
- Rutberg: Happy Holidays from The Berkshire Eagle
by Fredric Rutberg on December 13, 2025 at 12:00 pm<p>The Eagle believes that the stories we report are an integral part of the glue that makes the Berkshires special. This is an appropriate time to express our gratitude to you for giving us your trust and granting us a significant spot in our collective Town Square. </p>
- Want to build an ADU? The state may give you a $250,000 low-interest loan
by Nate Harrington on December 11, 2025 at 6:00 pm<p>A new low-interest loan program to build ADUs, a program to help homeowners navigate the process and a design challenge with $60,000 in prizes are part of a three-headed approach by Gov. Maura Healey to spur ADU development. </p>
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- Head of workplace rights agency urges white men to report discrimination
by Associated Press on December 19, 2025 at 12:30 amAndrea Lucas posted on social media, encouraging affected individuals to contact the agency.
- Massachusetts $7M SNAP fraud scheme bust pits Healey admin against feds: ‘Dereliction of duty’
by Lance Reynolds on December 19, 2025 at 12:27 amThe USDA says it began investigating an alleged multimillion-dollar fraud scheme “as soon as” SNAP benefit redemptions spiked at a tiny Boston retail store, blasting the Healey administration for a “massive dereliction of duty.”
- Boston Police Blotter: H-Block gang cocaine distributor pleads guilty
by Flint McColgan on December 19, 2025 at 12:17 amEric Celestino, a distributor of cocaine to a Boston gang, pleaded guilty in federal court to his role in the sale of cocaine, crack and fentanyl throughout the region. Plus: BPD 24-hour arrest report.
- Rain creates a crimson spectacle on Iran’s Hormuz Island for the first time this year
by Associated Press on December 19, 2025 at 12:10 amThe phenomenon regularly attracts tourists, photographers and social media attention.
- Colorado River water negotiators appear no closer to long-term agreement
by Associated Press on December 18, 2025 at 11:58 pmIf they don’t reach consensus, the federal government will impose a plan.
- Rain creates a crimson spectacle on Iran’s Hormuz Island for the first time this year
by Associated Press on December 19, 2025 at 12:10 amThe phenomenon regularly attracts tourists, photographers and social media attention.
- Colorado River water negotiators appear no closer to long-term agreement
by Associated Press on December 18, 2025 at 11:58 pmIf they don’t reach consensus, the federal government will impose a plan.
- Kansas tribe ends nearly $30 million deal with ICE
by Associated Press on December 18, 2025 at 11:37 pmThe outcry came as some Native Americans are swept up and detained in recent raids.
- US Justice Department sues 3 states, District of Columbia for voter data
by Associated Press on December 18, 2025 at 11:26 pmThe latest lawsuits were filed against Wisconsin, Illinois, Georgia and the District of Columbia.
- Meth, cocaine, cash and electronics seized following monthslong investigation in Tewksbury
by Aaron Curtis on December 18, 2025 at 10:59 pmTEWKSBURY — Nearly half a kilogram of methamphetamine, along with cocaine, cash, and electronics, were seized on Wednesday when a monthslong investigation ended with the arrest of a Tewksbury man on drug trafficking charges.
- Kansas tribe ends nearly $30 million deal with ICE
by Associated Press on December 18, 2025 at 11:37 pmThe outcry came as some Native Americans are swept up and detained in recent raids.
- US Justice Department sues 3 states, District of Columbia for voter data
by Associated Press on December 18, 2025 at 11:26 pmThe latest lawsuits were filed against Wisconsin, Illinois, Georgia and the District of Columbia.
- TikTok signs deal to sell US unit to American investors, including Oracle, Silver Lake
by Associated Press on December 18, 2025 at 10:58 pmThe deal is expected to close on Jan. 22.
- Hubble Space Telescope spies dusty debris from two cosmic collisions
by Associated Press on December 18, 2025 at 10:17 pmThe aftermath of two cosmic collisions helped scientists solve a decades-old mystery.
- Powerball jackpot jumps to about $1.5 billion, the seventh largest in history
by Tribune News Service on December 18, 2025 at 10:12 pmThe jackpot has an estimated cash value of $686.5 million.
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- Disney World considers dynamic pricing that could drive ticket prices higher
by Frances Klemm on December 18, 2025 at 9:46 pm“It’s not dynamic pricing as much as it is dynamic ratcheting." The post Disney World considers dynamic pricing that could drive ticket prices higher appeared first on Boston.com.
- Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court to take up White Stadium case
by Ross Cristantiello on December 18, 2025 at 8:28 pmA judge ruled in favor of the city's White Stadium plan earlier this year, but opponents appealed the decision. The post Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court to take up White Stadium case appeared first on Boston.com.
- The MBTA is testing a new Charlie Card, but it’s missing something — or rather, someone
by Abby Patkin on December 18, 2025 at 8:23 pmHis fate is still unlearned. The post The MBTA is testing a new Charlie Card, but it’s missing something — or rather, someone appeared first on Boston.com.
- Author Stephen King recalls Rob Reiner in heartfelt tribute
by Gary Dzen on December 18, 2025 at 8:05 pm"I surprised the hell out of myself by giving him a hug." The post Author Stephen King recalls Rob Reiner in heartfelt tribute appeared first on Boston.com.
- Local obituary: Ella Cook, 19, Brown University sophomore and Alabama native
by John Waller on December 18, 2025 at 7:43 pm"She had a love for piano, dance, spending time outdoors in Hale County, and traveling anywhere — especially where French is spoken!" The post Local obituary: Ella Cook, 19, Brown University sophomore and Alabama native appeared first on Boston.com.
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- TikTok signs deal to give U.S. operations to Oracle-led investor group
by Bobby Allyn on December 19, 2025 at 12:26 amThe agreement aims to resolve a yearslong standoff between the popular social media platform and the U.S. government over national security concerns tied to China's parent company, ByteDance.
- Mangione pre-trial hearing wraps, but judge won't rule on evidence for monthsby Sarah Ventre on December 18, 2025 at 7:26 pm
After three weeks of testimony, a judge will now rule on whether evidence found in Mangione's backpack can be used in his state trial for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
- What to know about Jared Isaacman, the billionaire private astronaut leading NASAby Rachel Treisman on December 18, 2025 at 7:04 pm
Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination in May, citing the billionaire's donations to Democrats and ties to Elon Musk. He was renominated last month and confirmed by a 67-30 Senate vote on Wednesday.
- Austrian nuns await word from the Vatican on whether they can stay in their conventby Esme Nicholson on December 18, 2025 at 5:01 pm
The three octogenarian nuns broke out of a nursing home to go back to live in their convent, sparking a dispute with their church superior. Both sides have appealed to the Vatican for a resolution.
- Inflation cools slightly in November as worries about affordability grip Americansby Scott Horsley on December 18, 2025 at 2:00 pm
The cost of living in November was up 2.7% from a year ago, according to a report Thursday from the Labor Department. That's a smaller annual increase than for the 12 months ending in September.
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- Fire union donates 250 coats to kids - Itemliveon December 19, 2025 at 12:15 am
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- Bay Path University helps combat food insecurity in western Massachusetts - WWLPon December 18, 2025 at 11:40 pm
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- Mass. housing agency speeds up processing times in program for homeless families - The Boston Globeon December 18, 2025 at 11:22 pm
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- Mass. DOC targets K2 with new mail tech, drug-detecting K-9s and recovery programs - Corrections1on December 18, 2025 at 11:20 pm
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- Massachusetts Battery Start-Up to List on Stock Exchange - The New York Timeson December 18, 2025 at 11:14 pm
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- Brian Walshe shares jaw-dropping explanation of how his wife 'died' and why he chopped up her body
on December 16, 2025 at 3:54 pmIn opening statements in Norfolk County Superior Court on Monday morning, defense attorney Larry Tipton laid out Brian Walshe's version of events - claiming that there was no murder after all.
- Fury as major US banks axe 311 branches in end-of-year massacre as closures are on track for the worst year EVER... is YOURS affected?
on December 15, 2025 at 1:31 pmIf you're still banking on access to your local branch, I wouldn't count on it.
- Backlash erupts as major US banks close 311 branches by year-endon December 15, 2025 at 12:20 pm
If you're still banking on access to your local branch, I wouldn't count on it.
- 'Heartbroken' New England Patriots lead tributes to victims of mass shooting at neighboring Brown University
on December 14, 2025 at 5:17 pmAs the Ivy League college remains in lockdown, the Patriots - the NFL team based in Foxborough, Massachusetts, roughly 25 miles from the campus - paid tribute to the victims of the terrifying incident.
- Dark past of woman who stabbed a mother in Macy's bathroom including her death threats to Elizabeth Warren
on December 13, 2025 at 8:18 pmKerri Aherne, 43, is accused of stabbing a West Coast tourist, 38, inside the bathroom of the store on Thursday while the woman was with her 10-month-old baby.