Policing
We Tried the New CharlieCard. Here’s What to Know
The new CharlieCard provides several benefits, but riders should also be aware of the military vendor that's operating the new system.
Family Sues State Police Over Death of ‘Matriarch’ Killed In Brookline Crosswalk
A Mass. State Police trooper drove into Margie Mendez, 86, in a crosswalk on Route 9 earlier this year.
A State Cop Ran Her Over In a Brookline Crosswalk. Now Her Grandchildren Demand Answers.
A Mass. State Police officer drove into Margie Mendez in a Brookline crosswalk, inflicting fatal head injuries.
Victim’s Family Files Lawsuit Over Homicide on Hampshire Street Bikeway
The victim's family has been waiting over 8 months for the state's official investigation, which is still pending, and police and prosecutors are unable to confirm whether or not the alleged killer is still licensed to drive trucks on Massachusetts roadways.
Want Safety Cameras On Your Kids’ School Buses? Here’s How to Get Them
School districts can now use bus-mounted cameras to issue fines against drivers who illegally pass stopped buses – but cities, towns, and school districts still need to adopt the law at the local level.
