Major crime on MBTA reduced by a third

Commuters boarded a Commuter Rail train at the Chelsea platform. — Dina Rudick/Globe Staff

The MBTA system has seen reports of major crimes drop by 31 percent during the first half of 2016.

Tornado watch continues for Western Mass.

The strongest storms will arrive in the western part of the state between 6 and 9 p.m., and will likely reach Boston between 9 p.m. and midnight.

Campaign 2016

Liberals readying binders of liberals in case Clinton wins

Divides between the party?s progressive and centrist wings remain, and activists are preparing for a behind-the-scenes tussle over key appointments.

Multiple manhole explosions in Brockton

The Brockton Fire Department is responding to reports of multiple manhole explosions on Main Street.

Case against Mass. woman in teen?s suicide to go forward

The Supreme Judicial Court unanimously approved the prosecution of a Plainville woman who allegedly convinced a friend to commit suicide in 2014.

Karenna Gore at the site of Spectra Energy's West Roxbury Lateral pipeline in Boston. — Kori Feener via Associated Press

Al Gore?s daughter pleads not guilty following pipeline protest

Karenna Gore and other activists were released and ordered to stay 100 yards away from the construction site.

Up to 116 civilians killed in US strikes since Obama took office

Between 64 and 116 civilians have been killed in drone and other strikes since the beginning of President Obama?s administration.

Everett fire causes about $70,000 worth of damage

The fire was likely a result of cooking, but is still under investigation.

Two former corrections officers face charges for attack on inmate

The two allegedly beat an inmate inside the state prison in Walpole so severely he suffered a fractured skull.

Breed?s Hill or Bunker Hill? One of the greatest misnomers in US history has sparked a social media skirmish. — Craig F. Walker/Globe Staff

Misnamed Battle of Bunker Hill sparks social media skirmish

The battle actually took place on Breed?s Hill and ??it?s kind of annoying that the Bunkers get all the credit,? said Jed Breed.

Fourth of July

Shark experts launch ?Sharktivity? app for beachgoers

It was perfectly timed for the July 4, holiday weekend.

Sparklers ? yes, sparklers ? are the most frequent cause of fireworks injuries

Pyrotechnics can be dazzling, but they can also be dangerous, particularly at this time of year.

Who can claim the first fried clam?

On July 3, Woodmans of Essex will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the invention of the fried clam by its founder. But is the story true?

Your guide to Boston?s July 4 fireworks

If you?re a fan of music and lively patriotism, look no further than the 43rd Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular for a way to celebrate this holiday weekend.

Red Sox penalized for international signing violations

Five prospects were declared free agents after the Sox were found to have circumvented the rules last year.

Apr 26, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Evan Turner (11) is defended by Atlanta Hawks forward Kent Bazemore (24) in the third quarter in game five of the first round of the NBA Playoffs at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Celtics 110-83. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports — USA Today file

Evan Turner gets $70 million deal in Portland

The free agent guard agreed to a four-year deal with the Trail Blazers after two years with Boston.

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Isaiah Thomas is the ice cream man

One of the reasons NBA free agents don?t want to sign in Boston is because they don?t get the lucrative endorsement deals here that they get, say, in New York or LA or Miami.

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