Massachusetts News
This page lists the PureSource News articles filed under Massachusetts: 25 since April 2026, the most recent on October 5, 2026.
Most of this coverage falls under Crime (10), Technology (4) and Politics (3).
It includes reporting from Cambridge, MA (6).
Marblehead Senior Owen Coyne Dies From Brain Hemorrhage
Marblehead High School senior Owen Coyne died at age 17 from a sudden brain hemorrhage. His organs were donated to save five individuals while the community mourns.
Julia Child's Cambridge Home Lists for $6.475 Million
The former residence of Julia Child in Cambridge listed on September 24, 2026, with an asking price of $6,475,000.
Influencer Peters Charged With Rape in Massachusetts
A clerk-magistrate found probable cause for rape charges against Braden Peters on Sept. 4, 2026. The influencer faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted of the alleged assault.
Jhesy Rodriguez Charged With Drug Conspiracy in Massachusetts
Jhesy Rodriguez was charged with conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance on September 11, 2026. He faces up to 20 years in prison for alleged distribution while under court monitoring.
Two Killed in Single-Engine Plane Crash in Ludlow, Massachusetts
Two people died Saturday night when a single-engine plane crashed in a wooded area of Ludlow, Massachusetts. The FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident involving two flight service members.
Massachusetts Voters Face Nine Ballot Questions in 2026
Massachusetts voters will decide nine ballot questions and fill federal and state offices on Nov. 3, 2026. The registration deadline is Oct. 24, with early voting running from Oct. 17 through Oct. 30.
Markey Leads Moulton by 28 Points in Massachusetts Senate Primary
U.S. Senator Ed Markey holds a 28-point lead over Representative Seth Moulton, with 60% of self-identified Democratic primary voters supporting Markey.
Jury Begins Deliberations in Clancy Murder Trial in Plymouth, Massachusetts
Jurors began deliberations after hearing closing arguments in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial. The panel must decide if Clancy is guilty of murder or not criminally responsible due to postpartum psychosis.
CBP Arrests 11 Cruise Workers in Boston for Child Abuse
U.S. Customs and Border Protection arrested 11 foreign cruise ship workers in Boston between August 14 and 16, 2026. All 11 individuals face removal from the United States for crimes involving moral turpitude.
Worcester Police Seek Karen Solomon in Officer's Death
Authorities are searching for Karen Solomon in connection with the death of her husband, Kurt Solomon. Multiple federal and state agencies are assisting in the search for the suspect.
Lawrence Mayor Brian DePeña Arrested on Federal Fraud Charges
Lawrence Mayor Brian DePeña was arrested Friday on federal wire fraud and money laundering charges. He allegedly diverted over $1.5 million in pandemic loans to his campaign and personal debts, including mortgages and taxes.
Massachusetts Roads Flood as Heavy Rain Hits Commute
Heavy rain flooded roads across western and central Massachusetts on August 3, 2026. Closures on Route 2 and local streets disrupted travel while authorities warned drivers to avoid deep water.
Sebastian Hamilton Dies in Abington Crash After Police Stop
Sebastian Hamilton died Wednesday when a stolen SUV he drove crashed into a tree during a police stop in Abington.
Massachusetts State Senate Adopts Late-Term Abortion Bill For Healey
The Massachusetts State Senate adopted a measure changing late-term abortion regulations on Friday. Governor Maura Healey will review the bill that relies on professional medical judgment.
Amherst, Mass. Pediatrics Removes CDC From Trusted Vaccine List
Amherst Pediatrics updated its website to state the CDC is no longer a reliable source for vaccine information. The practice directs families to state and private groups while local providers launch a campaign.
Lindsay Clancy Pleads Not Guilty To Murder in Duxbury
Lindsay Clancy pleaded not guilty to murder charges while Patrick Clancy testified about finding their children.
Lawyers for Civil Rights Sue Massachusetts For School Assignments
Lawyers for Civil Rights filed a lawsuit challenging Massachusetts' residence-based student school assignment. The lawsuit claims this system maintains racially segregated schools affecting Black and Latino students' educational opportunities.
Solomon Named Associate Dean of Engineering Education at MIT
Justin Solomon becomes associate dean of engineering education at MIT starting July 2026. He will lead efforts to integrate AI and innovate engineering curricula across the School of Engineering.
Trooper Trainor Dies in Wrong-Way Jeep Crash on Route 1
Massachusetts State Trooper Kevin Trainor dies after a wrong-way Jeep hits his cruiser during a response. The wrong-way driver also died, and authorities have closed Route 1 temporarily while investigating the crash.
Beresin Warns Looksmaxxing Pushes Young Men Toward Risky Measures
Gene Beresin says the looksmaxxing trend encourages extreme physical changes among boys and young men. He advises parents to discuss appearance and self-esteem early to support vulnerable adolescents.
MIT-IBM Lab Develops Fast AI Power Prediction Tool
Researchers from MIT and the MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab created EnergAIzer to estimate AI power consumption in seconds. This tool achieves about 8 percent error and aims to improve energy efficiency in data centers and algorithm development.
MIT Researchers Develop RLCR to Reduce AI Overconfidence
MIT researchers introduce Reinforcement Learning with Calibration Rewards, a method that reduces overconfidence in AI. The technique improves confidence accuracy without sacrificing the AI model's overall performance.
MIT Researchers Develop CompreSSM to Compress AI Models During Training
MIT researchers introduce CompreSSM to compress AI models during training for faster processing. The method maintains accuracy while reducing training time by up to 1.5 times on image classification tasks.
MIT Develops Framework to Evaluate Autonomous Systems Ethically
MIT researchers create SEED-SET to assess ethical alignment in autonomous systems. The framework balances quantitative metrics and human values using adaptive scenario evaluation.
Price Joins MIT Developing AI Models for Nuclear Reactors
Dean Price starts at MIT to create AI-driven multiphysics models for nuclear reactor design. He aims to reduce computational effort and enhance safety analysis with these models.