New England

Stefon Diggs is signing with the Washington Commanders for up to $12 million, returning him to his hometown area near Gaithersburg, Maryland. The move pairs him with quarterback Jayden Daniels and follows his 2025 season with New England, where he was released in March amid criminal charges later dismissed after he was found not guilty in May.

Stefon Diggs is signing with the Washington Commanders in a deal worth up to $12 million, according to an AP source. The move aims to strengthen the offense alongside Terry McLaurin for quarterback Jayden Daniels. Diggs, previously with New England, was found not guilty of criminal charges in May, allowing the Commanders to pursue the contract.

The article criticizes the Vermont Democratic Party for enacting Act 181, which shifts power from local governance to unelected regional planning commissions, undermining New England's tradition of direct democratic rule. It argues this move exacerbates housing affordability issues by prioritizing regulatory processes over local decision-making.

The article discusses an increase in apartment rental scams, where scammers used a scrambled Gmail address and listed a property at an unusually low price compared to similar listings. The scammer provided a Florida area code phone number despite the listing being in New England and claiming to be in Utah, with the initial listing removed before contact was made.

Heavy rain and flooding are impacting the Northeast, including New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, and the D.C. region, with the storm shifting toward New England. The flood threat remains significant in New York and Long Island.

Offshore wind farms in New England provided significant electricity during a recent heatwave, reducing reliance on oil-burning peaker plants. Data shows oil generation during peak demand dropped over a gigawatt compared to a similar event in 2025, with offshore wind and hydropower from Canada playing key roles. The 806-MW Vineyard Wind project and rooftop solar also contributed to easing demand.

A Boston-area restaurant chain, 99 Restaurants, faced significant losses due to a promotion offering free kids' meals whenever the Boston Red Sox won. The Red Sox's 15-game winning streak from July 2 to July 22 led to thousands of free meals, costing the chain approximately $8 per meal. The streak ended, providing temporary relief, but the restaurant may again face high costs if the Red Sox continue winning.

Storms caused widespread flash flooding across the Northeast from Ohio to New England, creating a 'dangerous and life-threatening situation' according to the National Weather Service. The event occurred on Tuesday and was reported by Rob Marciano.

A large group of bottlenose dolphins stranded along Cape Cod, prompting a massive rescue effort. Marine mammal experts are now tracking survivors in deeper waters.

Massachusetts lost 60% of its reporters between 2013 and 2023, creating news deserts in many areas outside Boston and lower-income regions. The article discusses efforts to address these gaps through hyperlocal newsrooms and explores challenges in Spanish-language media, public funding models, and geographic disparities in news coverage.

Mosquito ranges are expanding due to climate change, leading to new species like the Asian tiger mosquito in areas such as New England. These mosquitoes can transmit diseases like dengue and Zika, prompting monitoring programs in regions like Connecticut.

Canadian wildfire smoke is spreading across the US from the Great Lakes to New England. Over 830 wildfires are currently active in Canada.

America’s offshore wind farms have demonstrated their ability to maintain electricity supply during extreme weather, including winter storms and recent heat waves in New England. The clean energy resource helped bolster the grid as record heat and humidity affected the eastern United States.

Massachusetts utilities have signed contracts for 4.5 GWh of energy storage. One project will be located at a former fossil power plant site, highlighting contrasting trends in New England’s offshore wind and energy storage sectors.

New England’s forests have experienced significant regrowth, described as the greatest forest recovery in world history. The article discusses this phenomenon through an interview with Bill Moomaw, a scientist at the Woodwell Climate Research Center.

Cloudy conditions persist in New England due to lingering low pressure, but clearing skies and warmer temperatures in the mid-70s are expected as high pressure moves in by late afternoon.

Realtor.com ranked US states based on housing affordability and new-home construction, with Midwest and South states performing best and West/New England states worst. Indiana led due to high income relative to home prices, but faced future affordability risks from low construction. Joel Berner highlighted homebuilding as critical for long-term affordability.

Universities face financial crises due to declining enrollments linked to the Great Recession's birth rate drop. Syracuse University and others report missed enrollment targets and budget deficits, with small private liberal arts colleges, like Hampshire College, at risk of closure. Enrollment volatility is now a widespread challenge.

Tesla is offering discounted Powerwall home batteries to Massachusetts and Connecticut homeowners who agree to allow the batteries to support the grid through a new virtual power plant (VPP) program. The initiative aims to expand residential energy storage participation in grid management.

Record-high temperatures are expected to affect over 100 million people along the East Coast as strong southerly winds bring heat and humidity to New England, according to the FOX Forecast Center.

NextEra Energy plans to acquire Dominion Energy in a $67 billion merger, combining control of New England’s nuclear power plants, including Seabrook in New Hampshire and Millstone in Connecticut. The merger could reshape the region’s energy supply, which relies on nuclear power for 25% of energy and 50% of carbon-free power. Connecticut’s energy procurement process and state laws requiring inter-state coordination on nuclear contracts may influence the deal’s impact.

Seven individuals have been charged with a scheme to cash stolen U.S. Treasury checks across New England. The case involves fraudulent financial activity targeting Treasury checks.

A meteor lit up southern Michigan as it burned through Earth's atmosphere. This followed a similar event over New England days earlier. The incident was reported by Rob Marciano.

A rare large-bodied shark species that nearly disappeared from Atlantic waters has been observed feeding on seals off the New England coast, as reported by marine biologists.

A rare species of large-bodied shark, which had nearly disappeared from Atlantic waters, has been observed feeding on seals off the New England coast, as reported by marine biologists.

A rare species of large-bodied shark, which had nearly disappeared from Atlantic waters, has been observed feeding on seals off the New England coast, as reported by marine biologists.

A meteor weighing as much as an elephant and traveling at 42,000 mph entered Earth's atmosphere over New England, breaking up and releasing energy equivalent to 230 tons of TNT. The event caused widespread speculation, with residents reporting booms, ground shaking, and pets reacting, though NASA confirmed it was a natural meteor that fell into Cape Cod Bay.

A meteorite exploded over New England with the force of 300 tons of TNT before landing in Cape Cod Bay. The event was nicknamed a 'fishy squisher' due to the meteorite's fall into the ocean.

A meteor weighing as much as an elephant and traveling at 42,000 mph entered Earth's atmosphere over New England, breaking up and causing a double boom felt and heard across the region. NASA confirmed the event released energy equivalent to 230 tons of TNT, with the meteor fragmenting above Cape Cod Bay. The incident sparked public speculation about earthquakes or alien activity, though NASA clarified it was a natural meteor event.

NASA reported that a fireball as heavy as an elephant caused a double boom over New England. The event led to widespread speculation in the region.

A meteor weighing as much as an elephant and traveling at 42,000 mph caused a double boom and ground shaking in New England, leading to public speculation about earthquakes or alien activity. NASA confirmed the event, noting the meteor broke up over the region, releasing energy equivalent to 230 tons of TNT before landing in Cape Cod Bay. The U.S. Geological Survey and American Meteor Society received numerous reports from the public.

A meteor entered Earth's atmosphere and exploded over New England on Saturday, producing a loud boom heard across much of the East Coast. The event occurred just north of Boston, as reported by news outlets.

Mysterious loud booms were heard over the past several days across the East Coast, from New England to South Carolina. The source and cause of the booms remain unexplained.

A three-foot-wide meteor exploded over New England Saturday afternoon, creating a daytime fireball and a massive 'double boom' that shook local homes.

Residents across New England reported hearing a loud boom on Saturday afternoon, which NASA attributed to a fireball breaking up over Massachusetts. A similar mysterious sound was reported in South Carolina less than 48 hours earlier.

A loud boom caused by an exploding meteor was heard near the Boston area and across New England on Saturday afternoon. The event was reported in Southern New England.

Senator Susan Collins, a Republican from Maine and chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, might be voted out of office, potentially harming the state's finances. She is the only New England Republican in Congress. This situation could have long-term effects on Maine's economy.

Younger Democratic candidates, including Rep. Seth Moulton and former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, are challenging elderly Democratic incumbents in primary races, arguing the party needs generational renewal. These challengers are directly addressing concerns about age in politics, framing their races as referendums on the Democratic Party's future leadership.

A small New England town was left in shock after residents reported encountering mysterious figures moving through their streets during the night. The incident has sparked fear and confusion among the local community.

Virginia Republican Rep. Ben Cline criticizes Democrat-backed redistricting efforts, claiming they aim to dilute rural votes and transform Virginia into a Democratic-leaning state like New England. The proposed map would split Cline's district into five seats, with Republicans arguing it gerrymanders the delegation to a 10-1 Democratic majority. A recent poll shows a tight race as voters prepare to vote on a constitutional amendment to redraw congressional maps.