With a heat wave settling into Massachusetts and air conditioners kicking into high gear, the state’s electric grid is fighting to keep up.
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Gas prices surge up 4 cents in Massachusetts as Hurricane Beryl kicks off storm season
Gas prices are up four cents from last week in Massachusetts in the wake of disruptions from Hurricane Beryl and surging demand, according to AAA data.
Shark at Nantucket beach spotted devouring seal close to shore: ‘Beachgoers should never swim near seals’
Shark at Nantucket beach spotted devouring seal close to shore: ‘Beachgoers should never swim near seals’
Lead investigator in Karen Read case Michael Proctor suspended without pay after internal hearing
The lead investigator in the Karen Read case, Trooper Michael Proctor, will be suspended without pay following an internal Massachusetts State Police hearing, officials announced Monday.
Karen Read case shocker: Defense claims jury 12-0 to not convict for murder 2, split on vehicular manslaughter
In a stunning motion, Karen Read’s attorneys claim jurors have told them they agreed 12-0 that the Mansfield woman was not guilty of second-degree murder — it was “off the table” — but they were split on OUI vehicular manslaughter.
Fleeing Massachusetts taxpayers cost state $3.9B in 2022 income, IRS data show
Taxpayers fleeing Massachusetts cost the state roughly $3.9 billion in 2022, placing it fifth in the country for loss of “adjusted gross income” due to domestic migration, behind just California, New York, Illinois, and New Jersey.
