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Mass Shootings December 18

Suspected Brown University gunman identified as investigators explore connection to MIT slaying: sources

Investigators found evidence linking deadly shootings at Brown University and MIT, as authorities probe connection between campus attacks, according to a report.

Massachusetts December 18

Haitian men charged with $7 million fraud scheme in Massachusetts

Federal authorities in Massachusetts charged two Haitian men with running a $7 million SNAP fraud scheme using multiple storefronts in the state.

Massachusetts December 18

Brian Walshe sentenced to life in prison for wife Ana's murder after discovering affair

Brian Walshe sentenced for murder of wife Ana after damning internet searches revealed plans to dispose of body parts and inherit her assets.

Media December 18

Massachusetts drops controversial gender ideology mandate for licensing foster care parents

Massachusetts dropped its gender identity mandate for foster care parents after Alliance Defending Freedom posed a legal challenge and federal regulators gave a constitutional warning.

Homicide December 18

Who was Nuno Loureiro? MIT professor gunned down in apartment near university

MIT professor and nuclear physicist Nuno Loureiro was shot and killed at his home this week. The 47-year-old directed the university's fusion center.

Massachusetts December 17

Neighbors of slain MIT professor stunned by killing

MIT professor Nuno Loureiro was shot to death at his Brookline apartment Monday night, prompting a homicide investigation with no suspects named yet.

Massachusetts December 17

MIT professor shot, killed in Brookline home: What we know about Boston-area attack

A Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor died after shooting in his Boston-area apartment. Neighbors reportedly heard gunshots as police investigate.

Massachusetts December 16

MIT professor shot dead in Brookline home, Massachusetts State Police launch homicide investigation

MIT professor Nuno Loureiro was shot and killed at his Brookline home, officials said. The 47-year-old lab director was found with gunshot wounds Monday.

Democratic Party December 15

Second-highest-ranking House Democrat faces primary challenge from party's left flank

House Minority Whip Rep. Katherine Clark faces a primary challenge from organizer Jonathan Paz in Massachusetts, marking a rare test for top Democratic leadership.

Crime December 15

Brian Walshe convicted of murdering wife after New Year's Day disappearance

Jurors convicted Brian Walshe of murdering and dismembering his wife, Ana, in 2023 around New Year's Day. A sentencing date has been scheduled for Wednesday.

Media December 15

Massachusetts lawmakers push new rules that limit ability to challenge explicit library books, critics say

Massachusetts Democrats led the advance of an anti-book ban bill despite conservative opposition, as library challenges remain elevated well above pre-2020 levels.