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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:12). High of 74 today in Worcester
-Summer climate summary for Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Man accused of double murder in Worcester denied bail (2:51)
-Related: Worcester mother, daughter buried hours before their accused killer faces judge (1:30)
-Related: Family of 2 Worcester murder victims crowd into court for suspect’s arraignment
-Watch: Worcester health board suspends license after smoke shop sells items from hidden room
-"Why would I quit?": Local woman celebrates 50 years as waitress at Shrewsbury IHOP
-What to expect at the Pride Worcester Festival this weekend
-Related: Downtown detours to be in place for Pride Worcester Festival on Saturday
-Related: Pride arrives!
-TODAY! Basketball game to honor Worcester teen who died after "One Chip Challenge"
-New England Ghana Festival (NEGFest) Saturday and Sunday in Worcester
-77-year-old runner takes on Worcester in 50-state 5K challenge
-Worcester woman among 2 charged in major drug seizure
-2 mosquito samples test positive for West Nile Virus in Worcester
-2 years removed from financial crisis, Family Health Center of Worcester reports another budget surplus
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:16): Worcester City Council meeting frequency and WooSox fan milestone
>DINING OUT: Pulse Magazine's Eat Beat for September
-ICYMI: Fourth pizza delivery driver robbed at gunpoint in Worcester, police say
-Man charged in killings of mother, daughter in Worcester to face a judge on Friday
-Related: Wake for Worcester murder victims
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Disenchantment leads to Holden litter effort
-Linda From Leicester Loves Lamoureux Ford (2:16)
-September events at the Senior Center
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Survival story of E.E.E. more than 60 years since mosquito bite
-Who is running the police department in Leominster? Mayor, city officials won't say
-Work around Old Stone Church will limit access
-A tour of Shrewsbury's D.P.W. garages at 207-211 South Street (14:46)
-Feedback Earth odors increase complaints in Grafton
-Lancaster cemeteries added to National Register
-New staff for watershed association
-The Item's calendar of events
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Five Things to Do: Triskaidekaphobia, black cats, and Broadway stars
-Radio Worcester (10:18): Broadway star Megan Hilty coming to Worcester for one-night show
-Fitchburg State gallery will showcase Keith Morris Washington’s paintings of historic lynching sites this fall
-Final Porch Concert Series concert of the season on Sunday
-100FM The Pike (4:13): The Breakdown Lane
-Tom Marino: Worcester deputy police chiefs claim entitlement to be chief
-First Person: A child leaves home, a house gets cleaner, emptier
-Unity Radio (1:00:22): Unity In The Community
-WCCA-TV's Tech Safe No. 40 (28:01): Irish Computer Society, continued
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former T&G reporter and public relations rep
>SPORTS: Are Patriots the worst team in the NFL?
-Worcester's Irvin Gonzalez Jr. returns to friendly Foxwoods for Saturday night bout
-Holy Cross announces full men's basketball and women's basketball schedules
-Red Sox beat White Sox, 3-1
-WooSox lose to Rochester, 3-2
-These 13 local football stars are set to shine for region's college teams
>CARS: Bertera Nissan has the car for you (:43)
>NATIONAL: Newlywed couple allegedly murders groomsman
-Tragic: Brockton boy, 9, dies after suffering asthma attack, family says
>NEW ENGLAND: Maine man dies in crash with state police cruiser
-New E.V. program fee added to many Mass. electric bills (1:58)
>COLLEGES: The future of Clark athletics is expanding
-Worcester State to induct athletes in Hall of Fame during Homecoming Weekend
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 10 stunning U.S. natural wonders that belong on your bucket list
>BUSINESS: U.S. jobs report for August weaker than expected
-Small towns as business incubators, parts 2&3
-Opposition to tipped worker pay increase rolls out ad campaign
>SHOPPING: Target Halloween — 1,300 new decorations, costumes, food added
>HEALTH: Viral baking soda hack for weight loss — Is it safe?
-Can a weekend snooze have heart benefits? What new research says
>FOOD: Walmart food aisle sees "slight inflation" despite rollbacks
>TV/STREAMING: New shows and movies to watch this weekend
>MOVIES: New movies on demand — "The Good Half," "Coup!" and more
>CELEBRITY: Leah Remini and husband call it quits after 21 years of marriage
>HISTORY: Oread Institute at Castle Park in Worcester, 1906
>ANIMALS: This dog was so skinny he couldn't even stand up but now... (3:14)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Family's beloved cat returns home after 2,000-mile adventure
-Meanwhile, in Texas, invasive piranha relative with "human teeth" surfaces
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:43). High of 70 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Hudson man accused of killing grandmother with skateboard
+Noon: 10 Worcester properties near WPI listed for $9.9 million
+Noon: Worcester residents defy city chicken ban as backyard flocks grow
+Noon: When does the Jewish holiday of Passover start, end?
+Noon: Splendid Torch to perform for Club 321 at Mechanics Hall
+Noon: Last Call: Anne O'Connor, historian and author
+Noon: Dunkin' giving away 1,000,001 free coffees today (:28)
-Woman shot on Millbury Street in Worcester, suspect in custody (2:10). Article
-Worcester man killed in Boston hit-and-run
-Police investigate deadly crash in Charlton (2:16). Article
-Car burned to crisp: Millbury High senior had good excuse for tardiness
-Worcester’s "A Better Life" housing program helps break generational poverty by promoting self-sufficiency
-139-unit Worcester housing project faces setback as developer requests extension
-After 10 years and $16 million raised, Creative Hub Worcester center to open in April
-Worcester councilor seeks 911 info as city faces major mental health lawsuit
-Radio Worcester (25:27): Why Sen. Robyn Kennedy says the legislature audit may face a constitutional challenge
>DINING OUT: Worcester restaurant closed today for private event
-ICYMI: Tractor-trailer fire on I-290 in Worcester snarls Tuesday morning commute (:35). Article
-Worcester man gets 30 years in prison for sexually exploiting 3 young girls
-Police warn of rash of "smash & grabs" at trail parking lots
-Walmart warehouse, in former Sam's Club off Route 146, closing
-Street sweeping begins in Worcester on April 6th
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Fundraiser to support staff of 122 Diner
-Message from 122 Diner after last week's crash
-Longtime customer praises Lamoureux Ford (3:29)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Body cam video captures dramatic chase through Webster neighborhood (:46). Article
-Oxford town manager who recently resigned is suing town
-First Student, Teamsters avert looming school bus strike
-Spencer selectmen authorize Proposition 2½ override questions be placed on ballot
-Police searching for driver who allegedly caused serious 4-car crash in Clinton
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Hanover Theatre announces 7-show 2026-27 Broadway Series
-Listen Up: Good Sleepy at home base with new album
-Rush debuts new drummer at Canada’s JUNO Awards
-50 years of Steve Miller Band’s "Fly Like An Eagle" celebrated with limited-edition picture disc
>OPINION: Sarah Connell Sanders: Retired teacher Velah Mary Hazard turns 100, saw history unfold
-Tom Marino: Worcester councilor seeks 911 mental health response info
-Janice Harvey: No Kings rally at Institute Park puts age in perspective
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:13): Does Worcester’s Human Rights Commission have any real power?
-Unity Radio's Future Focus (58:58): District 2 City Councilor Robert Bilotta, District A School Committee member Molly McCullough
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who delayed her retirement into her 70s
>SPORTS: Patriots set for HBO’s "Hard Knocks" next year
-Mike Vrabel shares notable Patriots updates at NFL League Meeting
-Celtics’ best and worst first-round matchups
-Bruins beat Dallas, 6-3
-Red Sox lose to Houston, 9-2
-Bravehearts' June 3rd Baseball in Education game is sold out
-Holy Cross football 2026 season tickets on sale now
-Railers, Islanders partnership may be nearing end
-UConn wins would mean furniture jackpot at Jordan's (2:10)
-U.S. men's soccer team loses to Portugal, 2-0
>NATIONAL: Excitement builds for Artemis II mission around the moon (2:23)
-Nancy Guthrie's Arizona home left eerily untouched and in "immaculate" condition after abduction: report
-Tragic: Student killed himself after shooting teacher at top high school
>NEW ENGLAND: Housekeeper assaulted, tied up in "horrendous" home invasion (1:05)
-M.B.T.A. announces free Fridays, half‑price commuter rail passes for summer (1:06)
>COLLEGES: 4 finalists in running to take over as chancellor at UMass Medical School
-Anna Maria AMCAT Recap – Winter Edition
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The 10 worst U.S. cities for seasonal allergies
-Best Amazon travel deals: Luggage, pillows, adapters, portable tech
>BUSINESS: You could be getting a bigger-than-normal refund. Here’s why (2:37)
-LPL Financial Research: Earnings likely to grow double digits again; will markets care?
-Worcester hospice care provider names new C.E.O.
>HEALTH: Diabetes warning signs and risks in women
-Hims customized weight loss plans, GLP-1 plans and meal replacements
>HOMES: Mass. home sales down more than 10% to start 2026
>FOOD: The scientific reason soda tastes better in a can
>TV/STREAMING: Yellowstone's Mo Brings Plenty floored Monica got killed off on "Marshals"
-Rip, Beth's "Yellowstone" spinoff "Dutton Ranch" gets first trailer — and a premiere date
>MOVIES: "The Housemaid" sequel with Sydney Sweeney, Kirsten Dunst gets release
>CELEBRITY: Tiger Woods breaks silence after D.U.I. arrest following car crash
-Sydney Sweeney wears sheer lingerie to the theater in sizzling Syrn video
>ANIMALS: Confused Husky puppy learns how to be a dog (3:21)
>HISTORY: Lincoln Square in Worcester, circa 1926
>GOOD NEWS: Newlywed fan wins $20,000 after hitting half-court shot
-Meanwhile, in Michigan, woman makes daring escape from cops by slipping through police car window
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