Military Convoy Involved In I-495 Crash: Patch PM

HOPKINTON, MA — It's a calm, cool Tuesday in the region — but the weather may not stay that way for long. The National Weather Service is predicting possible strong thunderstorms and high winds to Massachusetts on Wednesday, mainly affecting areas north of the Mass Pike.

Speaking of local highways, a vehicle in a military convoy was involved in a three-vehicle crash along I-495 in Hopkinton on Tuesday. The crash caused long backups, but there were only minor injuries involved, according to state police. The crash was cleared by around 11 a.m.

Here's what else is going on in the region today:

Around MetroWest

Wellesley Police Searching For Home Break-In Suspect

The suspect was caught in the home by the homeowner and ran off before the police came.

Framingham Denies BJ's Liquor License Transfer

BJ's wanted to bring its "no frills" alcohol sales approach to Framingham, just a few feet from a mom-and-pop liquor store.

Wellesley PD Free Raccoon After 'Tense Negotiations'

The animal was stuck inside the window bench of a home.

Around Worcester

Worcester Shell Boss Sentenced In Turtle Smuggling Case

Nathan Boss, who went by the alias Shelton Boss, was sentenced after pleading guilty to illegally importing and exporting reptiles.

Man Arrested In Marlborough For Assault, Wild Driving

Police arrived to find the 22-year-old Westborough man speeding around a parking lot.