The Massachusetts State House was locked down after people protesting vaccine mandates entered the building. The State House has been closed to the public since earlier in the pandemic.

The Massachusetts State House golden dome and cupola, both of which are overdue for repairs. A fire broke out in the basement of the building Tuesday. (David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) ...

Investigators say fire that broke out at State House was accidental 00:34. BOSTON - Investigators now say the fire that broke out in the basement of the State House on Beacon Hill was accidental ...

BOSTON — Protesters gathered outside the Massachusetts State House on Thursday, one day before dozens of families will be required to exit one of the state's temporary shelter sites.