Investigators getting ready to tow motorcycle 5+ hours after hit & run that left state trooper in critical condition. Two suspects in custody have not yet been publicly identified #Boston25

New video shows rats running rampant in broad daylight in Boston. City has deployed 250 sensors citywide to track rodent activity amid renewed push for “rat czar” #Boston25 AT 10/11

Rat feeding frenzy continues on Montgomery St. in Boston's South End ahead of trash pickup day! We've seen dozens of rodents since this afternoon amid renewed push for dedicated "rat czar" #Boston25

Family of 78-year-old vet Richard Rochon grieving after fire at Gabriel House in Fall River. Officials identify some of other lives lost as 64-year-old Rui Albernaz, 61-year-old Ronald Codega, 69-year-old Margaret Duddy, 78-year-old Robert King & 71-year-old Kim Mackin #Boston25

“It’s clear there’s no consequences for anything.” South End family on vacation horrified to find out intruder making herself at home in their condo. Suspect had just been arrested & released one day before for attempted break-in. STORY ONLY ON #Boston25 AT 10 & 11

South End homeowner says woman snuck into home while he showered & stole thousands of dollars-worth of watches. Ring security video shows fast-moving intruder in third recent break-in reported in community. STORY ONLY ON #Boston25 AT 10 & 11

Bill to ban cell phones in all Massachusetts public school districts passed by Senate with widespread support. Public school districts would have to have state-approved policy in place by start of 2026-27 school year #Boston25

Boston Police say pedestrian has life-threatening injuries after being struck by e-bike at Huntington & Dartmouth near BPL in Copley Square #Boston25

Boston Police say scooter rider has life-threatening injuries after being struck by car at Humboldt and Seaver Streets in Roxbury. It happened hours after pedestrian hit by e-bike in Copley Square #Boston25

"It felt predatory." South End father says he was followed by stranger while walking home from daycare with toddler. He tells us man tried to force his way into their apartment building. STORY ONLY ON #Boston25 AT 10 & 11

Boston father catches intruder in house while eating breakfast with children. He believes suspect is homeless & had access to under-renovation portion of home for three weeks #Boston25 AT 10 & 11

Five multi-family homes damaged in 5-alarm fire in Lawrence that's sending thick cloud of smoke through area. Lawrence Fire Chief says two homes are complete loss but believes all 20 residents made it out safely #Boston25

UMass Lowell students heading back to dorms after lockdown lifted following reports of man with gun near Riverview Suites. Lowell PD says police still investigating & have not confirmed weapon #Boston25

Cell phone videos from UMass Lowell’s South Campus show authorities searching for man seen holding apparent longarm gun this afternoon. Police believe suspect no longer in vicinity of campus but visible police presence will remain at residence halls overnight #Boston25

Mass & Cass public hearing quickly reached capacity w/ standing room only & people waiting outside in Hampton Inn & Suites lobby. Public testimony expected to take hours & could last until 10p #Boston25

Police vehicles leaving UMass Boston after authorities gave “all clear” & said there’s no threat on campus following unconfirmed report of shots fired. Students still waiting for answers about what prompted urgent response #Boston25