State admits ‘serious failure’ in Fitchburg case
A social worker and supervisor were fired in the case of a 5-year-old boy who has not been seen since September and is feared dead.
A social worker and supervisor were fired in the case of a 5-year-old boy who has not been seen since September and is feared dead.
The family of Odin Llyod, the Boston man Aaron Hernandez is accused of killing, is seeking unspecified damages form the former Patriots star.
Mayor-elect Martin Walsh received the lion’s share of the spending by outside groups — $2.5 million.
State workers were sent home early as the brunt of the snowstorm arrived just in time for the evening commute.
The Senate voted to advance the measure, making it likely to pass the Democratic-led chamber no later than Wednesday.
Roughly $8,800 worth of Mega Millions tickets are being sold every minute in the state for tonight’s drawing.
Kevin Cullen
Five years ago, Tara Lee found herself in a terrible spot and Christmas in the City gave her young family some joy. This year, she plans to give, not receive.
TOM KEANE
Rules and regulations are adopted with the best of intentions, but the real world is so complex that perverse consequences can result.
Humphries deserves more playing time, but instead of complaining he has kept himself prepared, contributing key minutes to the Celtics.
Two firefighters suffered minor injuries in fire that caused an estimated $400,000 in damage and displaced five residents.
NSA leaker Edward Snowden wrote an ‘‘open letter to the people of Brazil’’ seeking political asylum.
Senator Elizabeth Warren said she will introduce a measure to forbid employers from requiring credit histories for job applicants.
Bernanke marked the 100th anniversary of the Federal Reserve by reflecting on the bold actions past chairmen have had to take.
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