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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:85). High of 34 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: State orders unsafe Spencer bridge closed immediately
+Noon: New evidence may be discussed in controversial Turtleboy case (:23)
+Noon: Central Mass. home sales rebounded in April, as price spikes continue
+Noon: 100FM The Pike (9:38): Worcester Firefighters Hockey talks about their upcoming events
+Noon: Five Things to Do:Mowesby, Rick Estrin & The Nightcats and more ...
+Noon: Music will travel far at Neighborhood Strings benefit concert
-Legendary rapper Darryl “DMC'' McDaniels visits Worcester Alternative School
-State of the City address: Housing is the No. 1 priority
-Recreation Worcester faces cuts under proposed 2025 budget
-"I have Yogi in my yard." Black Bear feasts on bird feed at area home (1:35). Article
-Wormtown wrapping up beer production on Shrewsbury Street
-Bravehearts, Redemption Rock collaborate on new beer, Mane Event
-WooSox partner with Harpoon to create new baseball beer
-5,000 flags placed on Worcester graves of service members for Memorial Day (1:16). Article
-Worcester seeks artists to decorate drab utility boxes
-Tolls at Mass. border revived by Worcester state Senator Robyn Kennedy
-Boston-based developer Anthony Rossi honored for restoring buildings in Worcester
-Radio Worcester (48:19): Radio Roundtable discusses Worcester charter review debate
-Faces of Worcester: Rhoda Agyeman-Frimpong, family based immigration attorney
-ICYMI: Worcester man arrested for pulling a knife during altercation on Millbury Street
-Worcester crossing guard recognized for safety
-Clark awards 1,376 degrees during 120th Commencement. Photo gallery
-319 graduate from Anna Maria; "class committed to public service"
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden town manager's update on construction on Holden streets (7:12)
-See Why People Buy 30 Cars and Trucks at Lamoureux Ford (3:32)
-Sea shell wreath class on Friday
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Shrewsbury first responders honored for saving man's life (1:55). Article
-E.V. stations turned off in Clinton
-Central Mass. Mom's Night Out at Dragonflies and Amber in Sutton
-Firm buys 2 Southbridge apartment buildings for $4.8 million
-Sterling teens continue to help through Y.A.H.O.O.
-Leicester police K9 unit recertifies in all disciplines
-The Item's public safety logs
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Apple Music's best albums of all time list entries 90-81
-100FM The Pike (6:40): Lynne Tolman on the documentary "Major Taylor: Champion Of The Race"
-Teen singer-songwriter Imogene Gay hones her craft at all-ages venues
-Sarah Connell Sanders: Delights of Worcester connections at Gardner Museum
-Last Call: Chris Denmead, horror radio show host
-Gardening Central Mass.: Porch gardening makes most of limited space
-WCCA-TV's Rosen's Roundtable No. 536 (28:09): Transit, Top of the Tower
-WCCA-TV's Hidden Treasures No. 113 (28:22): Nick Zwirblia, 5th Guest Appearance
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to longtime Worcester teacher
>SPORTS: Celtics look to grab 2-0 lead in Eastern Conference Finals (1:38)
-Patriots' Keion White misses "hard-ass" Bill Belichick "cursing us out"
-Red Sox beat Rays, 8-5
-Holy Cross Crusader Awards recap (2:04)
-WooSox lose to Norfolk, 5-4
-Boston loses to Minnesota, 3-0, to even PWHL finals
>CARS: Bertera Nissan has a car, truck or SUV for everyone (:47)
>NATIONAL: Tornado devastates Iowa town, killing multiple people (2:25)
-Boeing whistleblower John Barnett's suicide note revealed
-Tragic: Sixth grader, 12, commits suicide after school bullying
>NEW ENGLAND: Karen Read trial (20:22) — Defense grills Jennifer McCabe over "hos long to die in cold" Google search
-Deadly house fire in Marlborough
>COLLEGES: Lifelong impact of WPI’s project-based education (1:08)
-Anna Maria Senior Profiles: Tiara S. Smith and Penelope Chappel
-Worcester State celebrates LGBTQIA community in Lavender Graduation
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 incredibly picturesque hotels in the U.S.
>BUSINESS: Boeing 777 plane fuel tanks could explode due to electrical flaw
-LPL Research: How's it going? Depends on who you ask
-The trials and triumphs of running a family-owned business
>HEALTH: Men have higher risk for Type 2 diabetes, study says (:54)
-This deadly meat allergy is linked to tick bites (2:56)
>HOMES: New Luxury Living sites open at 2 locations in Worcester
>SHOPPING: Kenmore, Frigidaire electric stoves recalled
>FOOD: McDonald's is getting rid of free drink refills — and more fast-food chains may follow
>TV/STREAMING: Best streaming deals. How to save on Disney+, more
>MOVIES: Hollywood is bracing for its worst summer at the box office since 2000
>CELEBRITY: Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s ongoing beef, a full breakdown
>ANIMALS: Purebred, designer dogs rescued from "puppy mills" going up for adoption in Mass.
>HISTORY: Remembering Charles Lindbergh's stop in Central Mass.
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Baby who weighed just over 1 pound at birth goes home with parents after 6 months at hospital (:48)
-Meanwhile, in Vegas, video of aliens spotted is "authentic," expert claims
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:55). High of 78 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-On anniversary of Worcester state police recruit’s death, Attorney General promises "impartial" investigation
-Related: State paid over $500,000 for investigation into police academy death
-GreenTech Park close to signing first tenant for former Norton site
-Sewer fees: Worcester wants Supreme Judicial Court to review earlier finding in Holden's favor
-The N.I.C.U. saved their baby boy's life. Here's how a Holden couple is giving back
-Wings for Autism at Worcester Airport eases anxiety over travel for passengers on spectrum
-TODAY! Music, dance, history, culture: Brazil festival set for Sunday at Institute Park
-100 FM The Pike (8:36): Jay Grey of Odd By Worcester brewery and Broth restaurant on fire that closed both
-Worcester Guardian's Week in Review
-Paramedic response program for adults with intellectual, developmental disabilities to launch in October
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (25:58): Shrewsbury murder outrage, W.P.D. changes under Chief Saucier and Worcester fire safety law vote
>FAITH: What good is loving our enemies?
>POLITICS: Healey’s Worcester swing included fundraising stop that drew Polito
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (45:01): Breaking down preliminary election results and proposals
>DINING OUT: Worcester restaurant introducing Sunday brunch, new hours
-ICYMI: Accused Jordan Pond shooter held without bail; victim's family and friends in courtroom
-Related: Home security camera footage released in court from shooting that killed father (1:48). Article
-Woman guilty of raping foster child in her care
-Mystery third man revealed in D.N.A. tests for 2017 Worcester bridge attack
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Another Wachusett staffer put on leave after "inappropriate social media activity"
-Earlier: Debate over free speech as teachers are put on leave over comments (2:26). Article
-America's newest game show, filmed at Lamoureux Ford (1:40)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Restored photos part of 95th anniversary celebration for Juniper Hill Golf Course
-Shrewsbury's Larry and Jane Barbash card holes-in-one on same hole at The Haven
-Item photos: Nonprofits set up at townwide yard sale in West Boylston
-Driver charged in West Boylston after tailgating stop leads to license violation
-Driver using crutches arrested in Rutland for operating with suspended license
-Landlord and boyfriend charged after tenant alleges assault and property damage
-Join Paxton-area seniors on a trip to the Aqua Turf Club
-Area Rotaries team up to collect food for pantries
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: "The Minutes," the Metrons, Midnight Riders and more
-"Hello, Jerry." Jerry Seinfeld coming to Worcester in February
-Local musicians rally to support vocalist Paul Starvaski with event
-No "Doubt" about award-winning drama coming to Worcester
>OPINION: Laurel: A night at the late, great Greendale Theater in Worcester
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 476 (27:37): Deborah Hall & YWCA of Central Mass.
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to man who had a 47-year career at Jamesbury Corp.
>SPORTS: Josh McDaniels’ offense makes life easier for Drake Maye
-Patriots trading receiver Ja’Lynn Polk to Saints in draft pick swap
-NFL Week 2 schedule, TV and announcers
-Red Sox lose to Yankees, 5-3
-Twins call up former Braveheart Cody Laweryson
-Holy Cross suffers another tough loss as U.R.I. prevails late. Postgame interview (5:22)
-TODAY! Crusader Community Festival on Sunday
-'Sader Stories Podcast (24:53): Varsity Club Hall of Fame inductee Ann Zelesky
-WooSox beat Syracuse, 6-4
>CARS: Rivian recalls more than 24,000 electric vehicles over software defect
>NATIONAL: Millions face skyrocketing health insurance costs unless Congress extends subsidies
-Income inequality in the U.S. dipped last year, with median household income rising slightly
-Support for Ukraine war drops to lowest-ever level within Russia: survey
>NEW ENGLAND: Karen Read fights to regain phones in "open" investigation (2:05)
-Luxury real estate transfer fee pitched as tool to address housing crisis
>COLLEGES: Charlie’s Cafe at Assumption celebrates summer renovations
-WPI names David LaMarco associate vice president for facilities and campus planning
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 of the world's most beautiful concert halls
-Europe is changing entry requirements for U.S. visitors
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
-A.I. hype is crashing into reality
-Disney to pay $10 million fine after F.T.C. says it allowed data collection on kids
>SHOPPING: Home Depot's new Halloween decoration is selling out. See what it is
>HOMES: Homes in Worcester County sold for higher prices recently
>HEALTH: U.S. mortality rate back to pre-COVID levels
-Ask the Doctor: Teen drinking (3:18)
>FOOD: Apple season is here. 10 pick-your-own apple orchards to visit
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for new Jude Law, Jason Bateman movie on Netflix (2:02)
>MOVIES: Best films from Venice, Toronto and Telluride festivals
>CELEBRITY: "The Long Walk" star Judy Greer talks starring in Stephen King movie (4:29)
-Charlie Sheen recalls dad Martin's "biggest betrayal" following drug-fueled spiral
>ANIMALS: 2 neglected terriers were found hiding in a drain pipe (1:35)
>HISTORY: How Salem got "Bewitched"
>GOOD NEWS: Why a bride's landlord walked her down the aisle (2:15)
-Meanwhile, in California, sweet-toothed bear breaks into ice cream shop
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