Smoke at Downtown Crossing caused Red Line delays; MBTA implemented shuttle buses on the Orange Line from Back Bay to North Station and extended the Green Line service.

Transit police arrested a man with pet rats at Haymarket MBTA station for harassment and outstanding warrants, including failure to register as a sex offender and making threats.

Boston experiences variable weather with a forecast of sun, snow, and wind, with a winter weather advisory in effect due to snow and gusty conditions.

Governor Maura Healey announced a new effort to enhance diversity among businesses receiving state contracts during a Martin Luther King Jr. event, including the formation of the Diverse and Small Business Advisory Board.

Seth Parenteau was arrested in Rhode Island after a high-speed chase across states, suspected of kidnapping a child, now in the care of Massachusetts DCF.

Police in Manchester fatally shot bank robbery suspect Jake Chiaradonna after he stabbed a K-9 with a screwdriver.

The Courthouse Fish Market in East Cambridge has closed, but the adjacent restaurant, Courthouse Seafood, remains open to continue serving seafood dishes.

Boston Police have closed a major roadway in the city for water main repairs, affecting traffic along Stuart Street and causing significant delays and detours for commuters.

Boston prepares for cold weather and snow, with a forecast including gusty winds, plummeting temperatures, and rain possibly turning to thunderstorms, leading to a snowy Tuesday.

A car crash in Longmeadow left an SUV suspended in trees, both occupants were unharmed. The cause is under investigation, sparking local road safety discussions.

Water main rupture on Palmer Street causes traffic disruptions and impacts local businesses; city advises detours and for residents to stay informed via official channels.

A police chase in Quincy ended in a crash and two arrests. Suspects fled after being stopped for suspected drug trafficking and were apprehended after a collision. Charges include narcotics distribution and reckless endangerment.

Police and SWAT responded to a disturbance in Methuen, capturing one suspect and hospitalizing another; the area is secure with an ongoing investigation.