Zaire Lodge pleaded guilty to child exploitation charges in Brockton, facing 15 to 30 years for production and additional time for possession of child pornography. Sentencing is scheduled for April 2024.

Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse at the Mall at Chestnut Hill has closed after years of operation, leaving local diners missing its teppanyaki and sushi. The reason for the closure is unclear.

A man was stabbed in Mattapan, Boston; a 70-year-old was arrested and faces charges, while the victim received hospital treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. The incident prompted an investigation.

A Queens man is convicted of healthcare fraud for billing fake physical therapy sessions, totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars. Sentencing is set for May.

Law enforcement in Springfield, Mass., arrested Josiah Cheeseboro for drug trafficking and seized an AR-Style pistol. Cheeseboro, wanted for cocaine and heroin/fentanyl trafficking, was found hiding in a basement.

Mayor Michelle Wu is promoting the Boston Saves incentive offering $25 extra to BPS families who access their child savings accounts by January 31, 2024, aiming to boost children's academic and future prospects.

The Faneuil Branch of the Boston Public Library reopens on January 25th after a $14 million renovation, with modern upgrades and expanded space. Mayor Wu invites the community to a ribbon-cutting event.

The West Springfield Police Department is seeking information to identify a theft suspect who fled police in a Toyota Camry, asking for tips via a Facebook post.

Puttshack is opening a new high-tech mini golf venue in Natick on February 10, featuring interactive courses and a vibrant social scene within a 22,000-square-foot space.

Boston Mayor Wu and partners announce a $37.8 million initiative to transform the Kennedy Academy into a training ground for health professionals, highlighting education's role in career readiness.

A major accident on I-91 south involving a tractor trailer led to a diesel spill, causing road closures and delays, with an ongoing investigation and cleanup efforts.

A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Route 1 in Wrentham, prompting road closure and ongoing investigation into the incident. No details on victim or driver released yet.

Boston faces bitter cold as temperatures drop after a storm, with icy conditions expected Wednesday morning. The weekend will be even colder, with possible snow on Friday. Warming is expected by early next week.