A dispute at a Dorchester Burger King led to a security guard shooting an individual, after a fight regarding the guard's firearm. The wounded man was found on an MBTA bus and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

A three-alarm fire caused significant damage to a building in Jamaica Plain, Boston, displacing 16 residents who were aided by the Red Cross. No injuries were reported, and the BFD is investigating the cause; damages are estimated at $1 million.

Two paintings were stolen from a Somerville gallery, with the police releasing a video of the hooded suspect. The community seeks the public's help in retrieving the artworks.

A juvenile was detained at a Westborough hotel, prompting a police response. Iury Vieira DeSouza was arrested, and an investigation is ongoing. Public assistance aided the swift apprehension.

Lexington attorney David Smerling, 74, faces charges of embezzling $2.5 million from companies, involving wire fraud and money laundering, per U.S. Attorney's Office.

A 43-year-old woman in Milton was found shot in her car on Thursday morning. Police are investigating the shooting near an elementary school, which caused a brief lockdown. No arrests have been made, and the community is seeking answers.

William Henderson was arrested after firearms and drugs were found in his car during an East Boston traffic stop.

Boston Police participated in Lunar New Year festivities, engaging with the community, and handed out red envelopes, symbolizing good luck and prosperity.

Boston's mayor approved a Net Zero Carbon Zoning amendment for new developments to attain carbon neutrality by 2050, targeting building emissions and mandating decarbonization measures.

Governor Maura Healey nominated four attorneys for Massachusetts' Probate and Family Court, pending confirmation by the Governor’s Council. These nominees are expected to impact family legal issues statewide.

Massachusetts State Police pilots StarChase technology to safely track fleeing vehicles, showing success in capturing suspects without high-speed chases.

An 18-year-old high school student in Lynn was detained by ICE after a family dispute, despite being in asylum proceedings and scheduled for release by a local judge.

An Everett police officer, Marie Sylvain, was arrested for allegedly assaulting and biting her ex-boyfriend, also an officer. She denies the charges and was released on recognizance.