Historic lamps at Temple Israel in Portsmouth were smashed in an act of vandalism, with local police investigating the incident and the community responding to this antisemitic act.

Fourteen dogs from New York City's overcrowded shelters are being transferred to Massachusetts for adoption, with the MSPCA waiving fees at an upcoming event.

A car crashed into a gas pump in Brockton, Mass., injuring one person and causing significant damage. The pumps automatically shut off, preventing a fire. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

The MBTA Transit Police released a photo seeking public assistance to identify a person linked to a motorized scooter theft at Back Bay station on March 8.

A vehicle overturned on I-95 in Canton, causing traffic delays and a lane closure. The incident occurred at Exit 26, with the right lane closed as emergency services responded. Traffic was backed up for miles during the morning commute.

A woman was shot in the leg in South Boston, and police are investigating the incident that took place at W 7th and D streets. The injuries are non-life-threatening, but there are no leads on suspects or motives yet.

The Boston Marathon is increasing barricades and implementing strict spectator guidelines for a safer, unobstructed race after last year's issues with police and fans.

Lilian Giang, owner of Able Temp Agency, has been convicted of tax and mail fraud in Boston for not declaring $3.2 million in payroll, saving over $800,000 in taxes, and exploiting the Vietnamese community. She faces up to 25 years in prison.

Boston City Council supports Bill S.2600 to install cameras on school buses and stop illegal passing, enhancing children's safety during pick-up and drop-off times.

The Worcester Police are seeking help to find Kimberly Couture, a 31-year-old missing woman, last heard from yesterday morning. No further details on her disappearance are available.

Marcelo Suárez-Orozco has been inaugurated as the ninth chancellor of the University of Massachusetts Boston in a ceremony attended by state dignitaries.

Nathan Howe, ex-Rutland employee, received a day in prison and three years supervised release for disrupting a medical facility's network, affecting patient care.

A Massachusetts State Police Trooper arrested a man named Luis Ortiz on firearms charges following a traffic stop where a loaded Glock 23 was found in his possession.