Twenty states, led by Massachusetts AG Andrea Joy Campbell, filed a brief supporting California's assault weapons ban in the Ninth Circuit Court, arguing it aligns with public safety without infringing on Second Amendment rights.

ImprovBoston, a comedy theater in Cambridge with over 40 years of history, confirmed its permanent closure due to financial and operational challenges, with heartfelt thanks to all contributors.

Karen Silva-Brown admitted to stealing $60,810 in Social Security benefits meant for her child and faces up to 10 years in prison. She falsified documents to the SSA from 2014 to 2018. Sentencing is set for March 2024.

MIT mathematicians replicated quantum behavior in a macro-scale experiment with silicone oil droplets, offering new insights into quantum mechanics with potential technological applications.

State Street Corp. is planning to lay off about 1,500 employees as part of a cost-cutting initiative and multiyear transformation journey, with a Q4 charge of $175-$200 million anticipated for severance costs.

Over 500 faculty members at Harvard University have publicly supported President Claudine Gay amid controversy regarding her response to campus antisemitism, challenging calls for her resignation by some Congress members.

Santa arrived via helicopter at Boston's North End Christmas Parade, where festivities included marching bands and mascots, enchanting local children and families.

Boston police officers participated in the Harvard Club Christmas Party, engaging in festive activities with children to strengthen community relations.

A fire in Brockton damaged a building, displacing nine people. Two heroes alerted residents, and a firefighter was injured. The cause is under investigation.

A fire at the Mass General Brigham Health Center in Waltham, Mass, led to evacuations and road closures, with emergency crews responding. Details on the fire and injuries are undisclosed.

Andrea Bocelli has postponed concerts due to health concerns, rescheduling Boston for Dec 20, and other cities for February 2024. He had to cancel shows, citing it was "dangerous" to sing.

Shaquille O’Neal is set to open six Big Chicken restaurants in Massachusetts, expanding his fast-casual brand with dishes inspired by his personal history.

MIT researchers have created a cost-effective, 3D-printed microfluidic device with self-heating capability, potentially transforming disease detection.