Boston prepares for the 49th First Night celebration with safety plans and various activities, including performances and ice sculptures at City Hall Plaza.

Elvis Andrade from Brockton was arrested in West Bridgewater for driving a stolen vehicle and other offences, with an active warrant for his arrest by the Stoughton Police.

Massachusetts celebrates the opening of 15 miles of new shared use paths in 2024, advancing sustainable transportation and safety for cyclists and pedestrians.

MBTA Transit Police are seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an assault on the red line train on December 29, which left one victim with facial injuries. An image of the person of interest has been shared for leads.

The Wakefield Police Department is searching for 14-year-old Brenden Bruckler, missing since Saturday. Last seen at the Square One Mall, he is 5'5", 100 lbs, with brown hair and eyes, wearing blue jeans, a Bruins jersey, and blue Crocs.

Saugus Police Department is searching for Chloe Murphy, a 15-year-old girl missing since Saturday. Last seen at Square One Mall, authorities are seeking public help to find her. She may have traveled to New York.

Cava, a Mediterranean restaurant in Boston, was robbed at gunpoint late Sunday night; the armed suspect stole cash and escaped on foot. No arrests have been made.

Boston Police arrested Caprice Brison in Dorchester for firearm possession after threatening an individual and trying to evade officers near Ashmont Train Station.

The article details rainy weather in Boston on a Monday with showers before 11 am, a high of 58 degrees, and possible gusts of 26 mph. Clearing is expected by evening, but more rain is forecast for Tuesday night and New Year's Day.

Three people and a dog were rescued from the Concord River in Bedford after falling through the ice; responding police officers quickly retrieved everyone involved.

One person was hospitalized after being rescued from a burning home in Lynn, with at least five people displaced and an ongoing investigation to determine the cause of the fire.

Holyoke Police Officers Feliciano and Abella were commended for arresting a shooter, Erik Santiago, preventing a potential tragedy without casualties.

A man was shot in the leg at the Ridge at Blue Hills apartment complex in Braintree. His injuries are not life-threatening. Police state there's no public threat, with no arrest yet. Details remain unclear as the investigation continues.