Robert Marks told investigators he had intended only to rob the woman but decided to kill her when he realized they were alone in the apartment, officials said.

Beacon Journal reporter Tawney Beans and photojournalist Mike Cardew spent a year delving into Akron's food deserts.

More than 120,000 Massachusetts voters were purged from the rolls over the past two years for "inactivity," which is prompting renewed calls on Beacon Hill to update the ...

The measure now goes back to the State House, where the Senate killed a similar measure last year, leading to a large tax increase for homeowners.

This Black History Month, the Banner is teaming up with WriteBoston’s Teens In Print program, highlighting young voices of color. Each week, we will feature the work of three new students, who will ...

Boston City Council approved a proposal to shift the city's tax levy away from homeowners on Wednesday, the third time the ...

For Judy Nyberg Pals, 83, and Lowell Pals, 86, love came at an unexpected time, in an unexpected place. Both had lived long ...