A Medford man, Frederick Ingrando, was arrested for alleged animal cruelty after being seen mistreating a dog while dog-walking. He faces charges as the investigation continues.

The NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 and Elite 8 rounds are being held at the TD Garden in Boston, featuring the UConn Huskies and San Diego State Aztecs, followed by Iowa State Cyclones vs Illinois Fighting Illini.

Two men were indicted for the 1993 murder of teen Deondray Atwood in Fitchburg, MA, and face multiple charges including armed assault with intent to murder.

One person died in a fire at a Newton home, with officials urging the importance of working smoke alarms. The cause is under investigation; no foul play is suspected.

A fire broke out at a strip mall in Wakefield, MA, where firefighters rescued exotic reptiles from a burning pet store, containing the fire without injuries to humans or animals. The fire's cause is under investigation.

A man was shot near Ashmont Station in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood on Sunday night and is now in stable condition. No arrests have been made as police investigate the incident.

A 4-year-old girl was struck and killed by a car in South Boston near the Boston Children’s Museum. No arrests or charges have been made as the investigation continues.

The National Weather Service predicts a rainy week for Boston with colder temperatures and high winds, while NBC Boston expects a brisk Easter weekend with the possibility of drier weather.

A tow truck driver was hit and hospitalized while aiding a disabled car on Everett Turnpike in Bedford, NH. Police remind drivers to heed "Move Over" laws.

A Red Line train derailment in Boston caused travel delays, with shuttle buses replacing subway service. No passengers were on board, and no injuries were reported. The MBTA investigation is ongoing.

A Harvard Law School panel discussed psychedelics' role in addiction treatment, with recovery coach Mark Guckel and others urging caution and calling for research amid legal challenges.

An early spring storm caused over 76,000 power outages in New Hampshire, with restoration efforts underway and safety precautions advised for residents.

A bomb threat disrupted a family Pride event at Reading Public Library, leading to evacuation and a police search. The library reopened later with no injuries reported.