Massachusetts AG Andrea Joy Campbell launched the Justice Review Unit, led by Donna Patalano, to evaluate innocence claims and prevent wrongful convictions.

Springfield Police arrested a 16-year-old male for multiple auto thefts after a pursuit and K9-assisted search.

Canton's first female police chief, Helena Rafferty, announces her retirement effective June 30. Her career faced challenges, including the Karen Read case and an accident involving a pedestrian.

MBTA Transit Police, with BPD collaboration, swiftly arrested four individuals suspected of a midday armed robbery, recovering three firearms in the process.

MIT D-Lab spinout Moving Health deploys tricycle ambulances in northern Ghana to improve emergency transportation for maternal health, offering local production and potential for healthcare system integration.

Hopkinton authorities investigated a bottle with partially detonated fireworks found in a wooded area, unrelated to the Boston Marathon. The incident is under investigation, and officials remind the public of fireworks' illegality and danger.

Boston Police joined over 400 families for the East Boston Easter Egg Hunt, featuring activities like face painting and an appearance by the Easter Bunny.

The article details Boston's sunny weather forecast with temperatures near 70 degrees, mild winds, and cooler coastal conditions, before a rainy and windy Saturday. Sunshine will return Sunday with a warm week ahead.

Police in Weymouth arrested Aurelius Lee McCann, who was unwanted at a property and had an outstanding warrant, also finding him with an unlicensed shotgun and ammunition.

UMass Amherst settled with PETA, agreeing to release records of its animal research and pay $50,000 for legal fees. PETA sees this as a transparency win, while UMass defends its ethical Alzheimer’s research practices.

Boston Police celebrated Easter with South Boston Special Kids & Young Adults, engaging in festive activities at various locations and building community rapport.

The Plymouth Police reported handling 735 incidents, including 9 arrests, 4 criminal complaints, 38 accidents, 59 traffic stops, and 35 alarms in a week. They also dealt with disturbances and suspicious activities, and conducted 56 well-being checks.

Junmyung Lee, involved in an interstate prostitution network, was sentenced to a year in prison, faces deportation, and must pay $200,000 in forfeiture.