Large Fire Draws Crews to Somerville Commercial Building

Firefighters battled a large blaze at a commercial building on the 100 block of Broadway in Somerville, Massachusetts, Monday night. Crews from multiple communities responded to the fire, while others provided mutual aid in Somerville, fire officials said. No further information was immediately available.

Two Boston Officers Injured During South End Arrest

A man accused of attacking multiple people in Blackstone Square was arrested Monday after allegedly fleeing from responding officers. Boston police said two officers suffered non-life-threatening injuries during the incident and were taken to an area hospital for treatment.

Officers responded shortly before 5:30 p.m. to a report of an assault and battery in progress at the Washington Street park. The man allegedly ran when police arrived and was taken into custody; authorities did not describe the officers’ injuries.

Bridgeport Man Dies After Being Found Shot Beside Car

Nelson Manuel Batista, 48, of Bridgeport, died Monday after police found him with a gunshot wound on Cottage Street. He was lying in the street beside his car when he was located around 9 a.m., according to the Bridgeport Police Department. He was taken to St. Vincent’s Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

Southern Connecticut State Offers Application Fee Waiver

Connecticut high school seniors applying to Southern Connecticut State University for the 2027–2028 academic year can avoid the standard $50 application fee during a month-long waiver period. The university said eligible students must apply between October 15 and November 15. SCSU said the waiver aims to reduce financial burdens and help prospective students apply.