Nantucket man sentenced to prison for fentanyl and cocaine distribution

A Nantucket man linked to the 18th Street Gang has been sentenced for distributing fentanyl and cocaine following undercover operations in Massachusetts. Authorities say John Angel will serve two years in prison after pleading guilty.



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Adams man sentenced to 28 years for child exploitation offenses

Brian Warner from Adams was sentenced to 28 years in prison for sexually exploiting a child and producing illegal material. Authorities say he abused a child over several years and possessed hundreds of illicit images. The case is part of a national effort against child exploitation.


Seth Moulton U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts's 6th district

Seth Moulton voices opposition to Iran military action and supports immigrant rights

Rep. Seth Moulton posted statements between February 23-25, 2026 addressing opposition to U.S. military force against Iran and supporting an immigrant named Marcelo who has lived in the country since childhood without a criminal record.
Samantha E. Silverberg Undersecretary of Transportation Policy at MassDOT

Samantha Silverberg named undersecretary of transportation policy at MassDOT

Samantha E. Silverberg has been appointed Undersecretary of Transportation Policy at MassDOT.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey, left, and University of Pennsylvania male swimmer Will "Lia" Thomas

Massachusetts among 21 states allowing boys to join girls’ high school sports

An analysis by Bay State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Massachusetts is one of 21 states following the order that allows biological males to play on female sports teams.

Amusements license taxes revenue in Massachusetts increased 6.6% in 2024 compared to previous year

Out of the $43.1 billion in total tax revenue collected by Massachusetts in 2024, $14.8 million came from amusements license taxes, representing an increase from the previous year, when the total was $13.9 million, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of State Government Tax Collections (STC).


Monica G. Tibbits-Nutt, Secretary at Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Massachusetts Department of Transportation reminds drivers to avoid distracted driving habits

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation urges drivers to avoid distractions behind the wheel and follow state laws regarding electronic device use. The agency also highlights its highway assistance programs available across major routes.
Seth Moulton U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts's 6th district

Seth Moulton shares legislative updates and community engagement highlights

Representative Seth Moulton posted recent updates highlighting legislative releases, an immigration town hall recording, and a friendly wager with Rep. Jason Crow during early February 2026.
Filipe Medeiros Dos Anjos

ICE Boston arrests Brazilian national on child assault, strangulation charges

ICE Boston has arrested Filipe Medeiros Dos Anjos on several charges including strangulation and DUI-related offenses.