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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:12). High of 78 today in Worcester
-What to expect from fall foliage this year across New England (2:13)
-Why leaves change color: science behind fall's vibrant hues (1:21)
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: Man charged in deadly shooting in Fitchburg (1:16)
-Earlier: 1 person dies, another injured in Fitchburg shooting (:53). Article
+5:00: Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in Webster, D.A. says
+5:00: Teen creates a simulated Worcester in transit-inspired game
+5:00: 210 Sports' Worcester hockey alumni highlights, NHL week 2
+Noon: See the neighborhood meetings this week in Worcester
+Noon: Octobering in Worcester County
+Noon: Gardening Central Mass.: Get your summer garden ready for the cold
+Noon: Dunkin’s spooky season treats are back with new tricks
-Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Worcester restaurants (5:16) (pictured)
-Central Mass. Food Trucks: A hot dog you can't refuse from The Dogfather
-Doherty High dedication marks investment in Worcester schools
-Man killed in crash on I-290 in Worcester remembered for passion for art
-Channel 5's Wake Up Call from the UMass Memorial Respiratory Care Department (:45)
-This group of Black men is on a mission to transform Worcester
-Bill Belichick visits Whitsinville corn maze honoring his winning seasons with Patriots (:28). Article
-Q&A: Brothers bring flavor to Central Mass.
-Nobel Prize winner from UMass Medical School describes scientific process of discovering these tiny molecules that turn genes on and off
-Why church-based homeschool learning centers, including one in Worcester, are gaining popularity
-Patient reunites with "angel" nurse and care team in Worcester
-Trunk or treating in Central Mass.
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (24:43): Worcester City Council unanimously rejects controversial petition
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:32): Community leaders rally against Worcester G.O.P. petition
>DINING OUT: Table Hoppin': Chef Drew Day draws from Korean roots for Ruby Doo's
-ICYMI: Worcester police ask for help finding missing man
-State crackdown on underage drinking eyes college towns, Worcester
-Worcester launches Vision Zero; 25 mph speed limit starts Monday
-Worcester’s fall leaf collection starts Monday, November 4th
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Weekly road construction update
-Linda From Leicester Loves Lamoureux Ford (2:16)
-More unlocked cars broken into
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Durant, Dibb vie for state Senate seat
-Shrewsbury woman arrested after alleged assault on elderly, visually impaired roommate
-Celebration honors Clinton students and staff members
-West Brookfield Police Department faces staffing shortage
-Grafton gazebo-bandstand-kiosk will adorn town signs
-Elements Massage in Shrewsbury offers relaxing, customizable experience
-Ayer traffic stop leads to drug arrests after K9 search finds crack cocaine
-The Item's public safety logs
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Central Mass. Mom's Author Interview �— Lisa Stringfellow
-JMS School of Singing accepting new students
-Rock & Roll Hall of Fame turns up starpower to induct Cher, Foreigner, Mary J. Blige, Ozzy and more
-Brian Nelson Laurel cartoon on raking autumn leaves in Worcester
-Kate Hayes: 5 mindset shifts for moms
-Marianne Lyons Delorey: What do you expect?
-Unity Radio's The Susanity Life (57:47): Skye Wellington
-Unity Radio's Talking Wellness (57:48)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to owner of Shamrock Masonry for over 30 years
>SPORTS: Patriots "bullied" by Jaguars in "demoralizing" Week 7 loss
-Jerod Mayo calls out Patriots as "soft football team across the board"
-Jayson Tatum details special chemistry Celtics built during championship run
-Caroline & Matt Carlson reunited at Holy Cross
-Holy Cross men’s ice hockey defeats Army for first Atlantic Hockey win of the season
-Related: Highlights (1:40)
-Railers lose to Reading, 2-1
>NATIONAL: Multiple people killed, including a child, in helicopter crash in Houston
-Delphi murders' suspect forced teens off trail before killing them — and there's video evidence, prosecutors say
-Tragic: Mom sentenced in deaths of 2 kids found hanging in home’s basement
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass. home condemned after 17 dogs, other pets found in "filth"
-How Revere is reducing opioid deaths: "A life is getting saved" (3:01)
>COLLEGES: WPI Professor Erica Brozovsky hosts PBS web series on language
-Clark introduces mini-courses to develop industry-essential skills
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): What happens to coins tossed in famous fountains?
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. institutions are helping people understand how money can work for them
-Neural Network podcast (20:35): Image processing and robotics with Dr. Jason Corso
-101: How to leverage social media for business growth
>HOMES: What $800,000 can buy you in the city of Worcester, October 13th to 19th
>HEALTH: Dense breasts can make it harder to spot cancer on a mammogram
-Thousands of cleaning supplies may contain substances linked to health problems
>FOOD: Easy fall family recipes to make on weeknights
>TV/STREAMING: Which streaming service has the best Halloween selection?
>MOVIES: "Deadpool & Wolverine" overtakes "Barbie" in all-time domestic box office
>CELEBRITY: Jennifer Lopez breaks silence on Ben Affleck divorce
>HISTORY: Worcester Carpet Company ad from 1900
>ANIMALS: Rescue raccoon is the favorite child (3:32)
>GOOD NEWS: Siblings in their 90s gather to celebrate big brother's birthday
-Meanwhile, in Australia, watch a wandering koala lead police on chase through train station
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>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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