The state Senate OK'd a bill to require all public schools to ban cellphones. Are there exceptions, and how will local schools have to change?

As hearings unfold into the fatal January plane-helicopter collision near D.C., investigators say the FAA ignored clear safety warnings.

New Bedford JazzFest will host the Wood Street Jazz Band on Aug. 24. According to a community announcement, the concert is ...

Sarah Louise Martin was vacationing in Florida and was relaxing by a lake when she spotted an alligator closing in on some ...

Cowles turned heads as a freshman as she clocked an area-best 2:21.11 in the 800 meters and competed at New Balance Nationals. She was named a South Coast Conference All-Star after placing second in ...

"The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" will run for eight shows only at the Steeple Playhouse, 159 William St., New ...

The Miami Marlins (51-55) and the St. Louis Cardinals (55-54) wrap up a 3-game series Wednesday. First pitch from Busch ...

The New York Mets (62-46) and the San Diego Padres (59-49) wrap up a 3-game series Wednesday at Petco Park in San Diego.

Video: Carrie Nation Cocktail Club has been named one of USA TODAY's Bars of the Year ...

NEW BEDFORD — The Feast of the Blessed Sacrament is back again starting Thursday, July 31, and being that this year is the first feast since South Coast Rail began service back in March, organizers ...

Harrigan showcased his versatility at the Div. 5 state championship as he won the pentathlon. He also took second in the 400 meters (50.92) and third in the high jump (5-8) in addition to running on ...