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Imagine a holiday brunch where every family feels completely at ease, no matter their childrens needs. This is the scene at Maggianos Little Italy in Boston, where Lenard Zohns Autism Eats hosts inclusive events for families affected by autism. Lenards journey began when his son Adin, on the autism spectrum, found restaurants overwhelming. After a challenging incident, Lenard and his wife Delphine brainstormed solutions, leading to the creation of Autism Eats. Now, nearly ten years later, Autism Eats is an all-volunteer nonprofit that has hosted over two hundred and fifty events nationwide, providing a crucial sense of community and belonging for families affected by autism.

Brown University community grapples with tragedy after manhunt ends; mixed emotions, desire for change; memorial set up.

Manhunt Concludes: Suspect in MIT Professors Murder and Brown University Shooting Found Dead in Storage Unit; Investigation into Motive and Circumstances Continues

License plate tracking technology proved instrumental in the Brown University shooting and MIT professors killing, with Flock cameras capturing the suspects vehicle multiple times, leading authorities to the rental facility and the crime scene. Despite privacy concerns, the technologys role in precision policing was underscored.

Claudio Neves Valente, a Portuguese national and permanent U.S. resident, has been identified as the suspect in the Brown University shooting and MIT professors killing. He died by suicide, found in a storage unit with two Glock firearms, ammunition, and cash. Neves Valente, who attended college with the victim in Portugal, is believed to have acquired his weapons in Florida.

Steeplegate Mall in Concord, New Hampshire, once a thriving economic hub, now faces a stark reality as its assessed value plummets from $72 million to $12.6 million. This dramatic decline mirrors the broader challenges of the retail sector, as major department stores close and online shopping rises, leaving many large retail centers struggling to survive.

New study reveals BPS, a common plastic chemical, can cause heart problems in fish at environmental levels. Researchers find BPS disrupts calcium regulation in heart cells, leading to slower heart rates and defects. Zebrafish hearts share similarities with human hearts, raising concerns about potential human health impacts. Many BPA-free products contain BPS, which may not be safer alternatives. Further research is needed to understand long-term effects and translate findings to human health.

Weekend Forecast: Colder, Drier Conditions Ahead; Watch for Snow in Northern Regions

New Hampshire Attorney General clears Executive Councilor Karen Liot Hill of wrongdoing in email controversy, dismissing allegations of misconduct and partisan attacks.