October 17, 2026

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Despite musician’s ‘random kindness,’ Springfield couple struggles to find housing

“I just thought Ronnie seemed like a good dude, and a kind person,” Spencer said during a recent visit back to the area from his home base of Manchester, New Hampshire. “I had been driving around Springfield looking for the right person to give the money to.”

By Stephanie Barry | sbarry@repub.com

Is the MBTA really that bad? Boston creator Emily Coffman shares her Mass. hot takes

Is Boston boring? Is the T really that bad? Boston creator Emily Coffman weighs in on some classic Massachusetts debates.

By Heather Morrison | hmorrison@masslive.com

Boston man recounts being stabbed in the neck in random late-night attack

Noah Walsh survived a seemingly random stabbing earlier this month and is now calling on officials to address the root causes of violence, including mental illness and a lack of housing.

By Will Katcher | WKatcher@masslive.com

Mega Millions numbers: Are you the lucky winner of Friday’s $403 million jackpot?

Check your numbers to see if you hit it big in Friday's jackpot.

By National Desk

College football world rocked by game-related deaths of 2 players. Here’s the latest

Two college football players have lost their lives this season in game-related incidents.

By Brian Linder | blinder@pennlive.com

Former Detroit Lions player dies from brain cancer at 35: ‘Fought an incredible fight’

His wife shared the news of his death.

By Brian Linder | blinder@pennlive.com

5 Things to Watch: Will A.J. Brown play for Patriots vs. Jets?

MassLive Patriots reporter Mark Daniels joined Lauren Campbell this week to break down five things to watch during the Patriots-Jets game.

By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com and Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com