By Tiffany Williams - FALL RIVER, Mass. — Eleven new police officers are officially joining the ranks of the Fall River Police Department, marking the beginning of the next chapter in a profession built on service, sacrifice and responsibility. During a swearing-in ceremony held Friday, the newest members of the department took their oath of … Continue reading Eleven New Officers Sworn Into Fall River Police Department
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Beyond the Badge: Boston and Worcester Police Focus on Community Engagement
By Tiffany Williams - BOSTON — Sometimes the most important police work doesn't happen during an arrest, a traffic stop or a major investigation. Sometimes it happens over a scoop of ice cream. Across Boston this week, officers from several Boston Police Department units traded squad cars for community events, classrooms, courtrooms and dance floors, … Continue reading Beyond the Badge: Boston and Worcester Police Focus on Community Engagement
Suspect Accused of Firing at Federal Agents Arrested in Pittsburgh
By Tiffany Williams - PITTSBURGH — A routine effort to serve a warrant on a suspect wanted on gun charges exploded into a dangerous confrontation on Pittsburgh’s Upper Hill when multiple shots were fired at law enforcement officers and federal agents, authorities said. The gunfire erupted just before 11 p.m. Wednesday in the area of … Continue reading Suspect Accused of Firing at Federal Agents Arrested in Pittsburgh
Historic Hartford Return Comes At Critical Time For Struggling Connecticut Sun
By Tiffany Williams - HARTFORD — The Connecticut Sun are coming home, but not with much momentum. After completing their first extended road trip of the 2026 season with just one victory in five games, the Sun return to Connecticut carrying a 1-8 record and searching for answers as they prepare to face the Los … Continue reading Historic Hartford Return Comes At Critical Time For Struggling Connecticut Sun
Boston Mayor Wu Announces Expanded Community Services for Veterans
By Tiffany Williams - Photo Credit: John Wilcox BOSTON — As communities across the country grapple with rising costs, housing instability and growing demand for social services, Boston officials are betting that partnerships — not promises — can help close the gap. Mayor Michelle Wu joined Brighton Marine CEO Rosye Cloud on Friday to announce … Continue reading Boston Mayor Wu Announces Expanded Community Services for Veterans
Hartford Hosts Biggest Connecticut Sun Celebration of 2026
By Tiffany Williams - HARTFORD — The Connecticut Sun are bringing the WNBA back to Hartford for the first time in more than two decades, but the celebration comes as the franchise looks to stop an early-season slide. The Sun (1-8) will host the Los Angeles Sparks (3-3) on Saturday night at PeoplesBank Arena in … Continue reading Hartford Hosts Biggest Connecticut Sun Celebration of 2026
Connecticut Bond Commission Advances Major Statewide Investment Package
By Tiffany Williams - HARTFORD — Governor Ned Lamont is rolling out another wave of state investments, approving millions of dollars for childcare, housing, public safety, technology upgrades and environmental initiatives in what officials describe as a broad effort to strengthen communities and improve affordability across Connecticut. Chairing a meeting of the State Bond Commission, … Continue reading Connecticut Bond Commission Advances Major Statewide Investment Package
Play Ball Foundation Brings Free Middle School Sports to Worcester
By Tiffany Williams - WORCESTER — Hundreds of Worcester middle school students will soon have a new opportunity to step onto the field, put on a team uniform and experience organized athletics thanks to a new partnership between Worcester Public Schools and the Play Ball Foundation. The Play Ball Foundation announced Worcester Public Schools as … Continue reading Play Ball Foundation Brings Free Middle School Sports to Worcester
New Era Begins for Worcester Fire Department’s South Division
By Tiffany Williams - Photo By: Dylan Azari/NewsTalk New England WORCESTER — After more than six decades of service, Worcester's South Division Fire Station is preparing to turn a page. The Worcester Fire Department announced it will host a groundbreaking ceremony Monday afternoon for a new South Division Fire Station, marking the beginning of a … Continue reading New Era Begins for Worcester Fire Department’s South Division
Sun Return Home Still Searching For Momentum After Difficult Road Trip
By Tiffany Williams - The Connecticut Sun returned from their first extended road trip of the 2026 season still searching for answers. A promising one-point loss in Portland, a breakthrough victory in Seattle and three additional defeats painted a picture of a young team battling every night but struggling to put together complete performances. By … Continue reading Sun Return Home Still Searching For Momentum After Difficult Road Trip
Prosecutors: Woman Tortured, Bound With Duct Tape During Interstate Kidnapping
By Tiffany Williams - SPRINGFIELD, Vt. — Federal prosecutors say a horrifying interstate kidnapping conspiracy that stretched across New Hampshire and Vermont ended with a woman allegedly held captive for nearly 24 hours, beaten, tortured and bound with duct tape inside a Springfield residence before police stormed in and rescued her. Now, a federal grand … Continue reading Prosecutors: Woman Tortured, Bound With Duct Tape During Interstate Kidnapping
Daily Dish: One-Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp
By Tiffany Williams - Some meals feel impressive without actually requiring a complicated recipe. Garlic butter shrimp is one of those dishes. It comes together quickly, uses simple ingredients, and delivers restaurant-style flavor in less than 20 minutes. Whether served over pasta, rice, vegetables, or with warm bread on the side, this one-pan meal works … Continue reading Daily Dish: One-Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp
Knicks Dominate Cavaliers In First Half Of Critical Game 4
By Tiffany Williams - The Cleveland Cavaliers walked onto the floor Monday night at Rocket Arena facing the reality every desperate playoff team eventually faces: win or spend the summer answering ugly questions. Instead of responding with force, discipline, and urgency, the Cavaliers spent the first half getting completely outclassed by a New York Knicks … Continue reading Knicks Dominate Cavaliers In First Half Of Critical Game 4
Woman Facing Felony Charges After Running Into Burning Worcester Building
By Tiffany Williams - Photo Credit: Dylan Azari WORCESTER, Mass. — A chaotic late-night fire at a Worcester rooming house has now turned into a felony criminal case after investigators say a woman ran back into the burning building while firefighters were trying to rescue trapped residents from heavy smoke and flames. According to Worcester … Continue reading Woman Facing Felony Charges After Running Into Burning Worcester Building
Worcester Police Investigating Midday Stabbing On Main Street
By Tiffany Williams - A woman was seriously injured in a stabbing in downtown Worcester late Thursday morning, according to police. Authorities said the incident was reported at approximately 11:02 a.m. at the Worcester Common. Responding officers located a female victim suffering from stab wounds and immediately began providing emergency medical care at the scene. … Continue reading Worcester Police Investigating Midday Stabbing On Main Street
Chaotic Worcester Fire Forces Rescues, Displaces 15 Residents, 1 Arrested
By Tiffany Williams - WORCESTER, Mass. — Flames ripped through a multi-family home in Worcester late Wednesday night, sending residents scrambling for safety, forcing firefighters into rescue mode and leaving multiple people hospitalized after a chaotic scene unfolded on May Street. The Worcester Fire Department said crews were called around 10:42 p.m. to the three-story … Continue reading Chaotic Worcester Fire Forces Rescues, Displaces 15 Residents, 1 Arrested
Report Reveals Leadership Failures, Toxic Culture And Safety Concerns Inside Massachusetts State Police Academy
By Tiffany Williams - The Massachusetts State Police Academy is now under an intense spotlight after an independent assessment laid bare what critics say are years of leadership failures, outdated practices, weak oversight, cultural dysfunction and a deeply entrenched command structure that allowed serious problems to continue inside one of the Commonwealth’s most important law … Continue reading Report Reveals Leadership Failures, Toxic Culture And Safety Concerns Inside Massachusetts State Police Academy
Fatal Interstate 95 Crash In Madison, Connecticut Claims Life Of Providence Man
By Tiffany Williams - MADISON, Conn. — A Rhode Island man is dead after a violent crash on Interstate 95 South in Madison Tuesday afternoon, as Connecticut State Police continue investigating what unfolded near Exit 60 during the busy afternoon traffic rush. Authorities said 28-year-old Joseph Baez of Providence was driving southbound around 1:45 p.m. … Continue reading Fatal Interstate 95 Crash In Madison, Connecticut Claims Life Of Providence Man
Daily Dish: 20-Minute Chicken and Rice
By Tiffany Williams - Some of the best meals are the simplest ones. Chicken and rice has remained a go-to dinner for families for generations because it is affordable, filling, customizable, and easy to prepare on busy nights. When schedules become hectic and energy runs low, having a quick meal that still feels homemade can … Continue reading Daily Dish: 20-Minute Chicken and Rice
Troy, NY Shooting Victim Dies Days Later As Suspect Remains On The Run
A woman shot inside a Troy apartment complex has now died, turning what began as a violent assault investigation into a homicide case that is rattling another New York community already exhausted by gun violence. Police say officers rushed to the Lion Factory Apartments in Lansingburgh around 10:30 p.m. on May 6 after reports of … Continue reading Troy, NY Shooting Victim Dies Days Later As Suspect Remains On The Run
Two Men Shot Overnight In Paterson, New Jersey As Police Search For Gunman
By Tiffany Williams - A violent burst of gunfire ripped through the streets of Paterson overnight, leaving two men wounded and another New Jersey city once again dealing with the fallout of late-night violence. Police say officers rushed to the area of North Main Street and Haledon Avenue around 2:20 a.m. Sunday after reports of … Continue reading Two Men Shot Overnight In Paterson, New Jersey As Police Search For Gunman
New York City Is Moving Forward With One Of America’s Boldest Municipal Grocery Experiments
By Tiffany Williams - New York City is moving forward with one of the most aggressive government-backed grocery experiments in America — and Mayor Zohran Mamdani is planting the next flag in the Bronx. On Friday, Mamdani announced that the city’s second municipally backed grocery store will be built at The Peninsula development in Hunts … Continue reading New York City Is Moving Forward With One Of America’s Boldest Municipal Grocery Experiments
Judge Says Key Evidence Recovered From Luigi Mangione’s Backpack Can Go Before Jury
By Tiffany Williams - A judge has just handed prosecutors one of the biggest courtroom victories yet in the murder case surrounding the execution-style killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The gun is coming in. The notebook is coming in. And prosecutors now have permission to place some of the most explosive evidence in this … Continue reading Judge Says Key Evidence Recovered From Luigi Mangione’s Backpack Can Go Before Jury
Tentative Labor Deal Reached Covering Hundreds Of Western New York Hospital Workers
By Tiffany Williams - After months of negotiations, an expired contract, and growing pressure surrounding healthcare labor issues in Western New York, Catholic Health and the 1199SEIU United Health Care Workers East union say they have finally reached a tentative agreement on new labor contracts covering hundreds of hospital workers. The announcement came Friday and … Continue reading Tentative Labor Deal Reached Covering Hundreds Of Western New York Hospital Workers
Ocean Palace Announces Closure After Years Serving Albany’s Capital Region
By Tiffany Williams - Another longtime neighborhood restaurant is preparing to shut its doors, and for customers in Albany, this one feels personal. Ocean Palace, a staple on Central Avenue known for its Hong Kong-style dim sum and longtime connection to the community, announced Sunday that it will officially close at the end of the … Continue reading Ocean Palace Announces Closure After Years Serving Albany’s Capital Region