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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:32). High of 80 today in Worcester
-Channel 4 Next Weather school field trip to Worcester (:48)
-Spring climate summary for Worcester
-May climate summary for Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester teen arrested with defaced gun in Green Hill Park: Police
+6:00: Coworking space opens in Worcester
+6:00: UMass Medical School graduates largest class in its history
+6:00: Worcester hockey alumni highlights, NHL week 34
+6:00: WooSox Rewind: Worcester splits series with Charlotte
+1:00: Worcesteria: Matt Shearer talks "portal" video at Sort of Late Show
-Earlier: WATCH: WBZ NewsRadio's Matt Shearer sets up Boston to Worcester "portal"
+1:00: See the neighborhood meetings this week in Worcester
-Outdoor service marks a year since Spencer church was destroyed by lightning strike (2:06). Article
-Regatta Point Beach at Lake Quinsigamond in Worcester closed again on Sunday
-Worcester holds 23rd annual Firefighters 6K Road Race
-Girls on the Run holds annual 5K at Polar Park
-In Holden, neighbors say man is lucky to be alive after gas tank explodes in his car (2:02). Article
-2 people rescued from fire in Westborough (1:23). Article
-Rutland teen documents journey to top of Mount Everest (2:03). Article
-Here’s what kind of home $500,000 will get you in Worcester
-Worcester hospital nurses file fifth list of complaints over "lack of patient safety"
-Restaurant opens at its new Worcester location
-Worcester Islamic Center, Islamic Relief USA join forces to pack 20,000 meals
-How owners of Worcester second-hand shops are navigating in a fast fashion world
-Worcester Public Schools host their 45th annual Mini Olympics
-Worcester hosts annual state Democratic party convention at DCU Center
-Thomas S. Green Awards honor 5 employees for their public service
-State of the City Address (1:00:18)
>DINING OUT: Restaurant opens at its new Worcester location
-ICYMI: Worcester police ask public for help finding missing man who "might be confused"
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): June Among Friends Senior Newsletter
-See Why People Buy 30 Cars and Trucks at Lamoureux Ford (3:32)
-Here’s where you can see a "real" unicorn this summer
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): West Boylston graduation
-Jill Kozaczka wins 1 of 2 seats on Sutton School Committee as write-in
-Students graduate from Clinton Adult Learning Center
-Potential school budget votes 2 days in a row
-Paxton police to hold Basic Firearms Safety Course June 19th
-Bolton boy creating mini-swords from scraps
-The Item's Neighbor to Neighbor column
-Mix and Mingle at Wachusett Meadow
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: New renderings for Worcester Art Museum's Arms and Armor Galleries set to open in late 2025
-Manny Jae Media (47:08): The Dirty Gerund with Malt and Narc
-Luis G. Pedraja: For Pride Month, a call to advocacy
-WCCA-TV's Rosen's Roundtable No. 538 (28:19): Phones in school, speed humps
-Manny Jae Media (41:18): Manny and the Mayor
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to longtime Shrewsbury Cross country coach Jim Smith
>SPORTS: Kristaps Porzingis on track for return as Celtics prepare for NBA Finals
-Joe Mazzulla fires back at media pushing a Tatum vs. Brown narrative ahead of NBA Finals (1:42)
-Oilers, Panthers to face off in Stanley Cup Final
-Red Sox lose to Tigers, 8-4
-Bravehearts surge late, top Bees for third straight win. Next home game: 10:30 tomorrow. SOLD OUT
-WooSox lose to Charlotte, 3-1
>CARS: Bertera Nissan has a car, truck or SUV for everyone (:47)
-Toyota recalls Tundra trucks, Lexus S.U.V.s over possible engine debris
>NATIONAL: 3 killed, nearly 50 wounded in mass shootings at gatherings across U.S.
-Tragic: 4-year-old boy drowns in home’s pool
>NEW ENGLAND: Man dead following police shooting outside Nashua hardware store
-Several injured in Maine when monster truck called Crushstation hits power line
-Karen Read trial schedule this week, recap of last week
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross Commencement in pictures
-WPI Faculty Fellowship Program supports project based learning (5:07)
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Is it really cheaper to book flights on a Tuesday?
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
-What was Napster? 25 years ago, website changed the way we get music
-Related: 4 biggest impacts of the free music sharing network Napster
>HEALTH: 7 reasons to take a walk after dinner
-Introducing peanut butter during infancy can help protect against a peanut allergy later on, a study finds
>HOMES: See all homes sold in Worcester County, May 26th to June 1st
>FOOD: Starbucks customers outraged over 40-minute waits for coffee
>TV/STREAMING: Inside Pat Sajak's final week at "Wheel of Fortune"
>MOVIES: "The Garfield Movie" comes out on top in a slow week at the box office
>CELEBRITY: A timeline of Sean "Diddy" Combs' recent legal troubles
>ANIMALS: Dog and his baby brother share every milestone together (3:01)
>HISTORY: The Rogers-Kennedy Memorial in Elm Park, Worcester
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): A 7th-grader helped a World War II vet receive France's highest military honor
-Meanwhile, in Washington, inmate helps victim hotwire the trashed R.V. he allegedly stole in viral video
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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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