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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:02). High of 36 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-71-year-old man killed crossing the road after getting off bus on Lake Ave. in Worcester
-Worcester police probe up in air: 5 takeaways from U.S. attorney’s final interview
-3 firms with 5,400+ Central Mass. apartments facing D.O.J. lawsuit over rent-fixing scheme
-Saint Vincent hiring post showing employee with extra fingers called "complete AI fail"
-Worcester County Sheriff Lew Evangelidis not ruling out running for governor in 2026
-Girl Scouts cookie season gets underway with annual cookie drop in Worcester
-Cold Stone Creamery, Planet Smoothie and Wetzel's Pretzel coming to Main Street in Worcester
-Worcester area partners launch Exploring Aviation Careers
-Trash bins are hard to find in Worcester. That could change this year
-Fitchburg man used taxpayer money meant for seniors on studio recordings, 153 pounds of bourbon steak tips, framed portrait: feds
>FAITH: TikTok priest makes connections with videos, Taylor Swift class (2:16)
>DINING OUT: Brazilian steakhouse approved to open in Downtown Worcester
-ICYMI: Continuing tensions on display as restaurant owner arraigned in Worcester spray paint attack
-Local nursing home involved in wrongful death suit
-Family marks 2 years since Brittany Tee disappeared (2:51). Article
-Legendary sign in Worcester will get an upgrade
-Worcester Olympic sensation visits home
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Swimmer Julia McMahon qualifies for states in back-to-back seasons
-Despite court ruling, Holden will wait and see about complying with M.B.T.A. housing law
-Long-term employees make it fun to own a car or truck from Lamoureux Ford (3:50)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Winter weather results in multiple crashes in Rutland
-Shrewsbury man arrested after snatching phone from wife, tackling her in domestic dispute
-A final salute to Shrewsbury’s World War II veterans
-New Sutton police chief appointment expected January 21st
-Auburn police welcome 2 new officers
-Capt. Steven Giannini confirmed as Fitchburg’s new police chief
-Clinton library renovation/building project gets planning grant
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: "Fusion" at ArtsWorcester, blues at Bull Run and more
-Calliope 2025 season has something for everyone
-Recording studio, with client list including Matthew McConaughey and Wyclef Jean, moving to Millbury
>OPINION: Ray Mariano: City Council makes mess of Gaza issue
-Jillian Snyder: What I will & will not do with my second baby
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 448 (27:45): Scott Casper & American Antiquarian Society
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester man who passed away at age 32
>SPORTS: Patriots enter contract negotiations with Mike Vrabel
-Wild Card Weekend schedule, TV and announcers
-Bruins beat Panthers, 4-3
-Bruins to play outdoor game against Lightning in 2026 Stadium Series
-Celtics lose to Kings, 114-97
-Holy Cross women's basketball beats Lafayette, 75-69; men's basketball falls
-Holy Cross men's hockey ties Robert Morris, women's hockey comes up short in Providence
-Bravehearts to host 2025 Futures League All-Star Game at Polar Park
-Railers lose in Wheeling, 4-3
>NATIONAL: Firefighters race to contain L.A. wildfires with menacing winds forecast to return
-Drone footage shows devastation from fire in Altadena, California (1:14)
-Tragic: "Remarkable" girl, 12, commits suicide over cyberbullying
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass. ranked in top 5 "most moved from states" for 2024, survey finds
-Williams College student killed in skiing accident at Jiminy Peak resort
>COLLEGES: UMass expects tuition hike "just below" rate of inflation
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The mystery of the Moai statues and other secrets of Easter Island
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
-Personal finance: Making most of flexible spending account (1:57)
>HOMES: Mortgage rates climb for fourth straight week— remain at 6-month high
>HEALTH: Origins and impact of COVID 5 years later
-5 healthy habits to help you thrive in the New Year (5:00)
>FOOD: 2 "beloved" Girl Scout cookies are being discontinued
>TV/STREAMING: Sports streaming service scrapped by Fox, Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery before it launches
>MOVIES: Do you remember the catchy taglines of these 10 unforgettable movies?
>CELEBRITY: Former child star Rory Sykes dies in Los Angeles wildfires
>HISTORY: 5 things people used to eat for breakfast
>ANIMALS: Tiny street puppy could not stop wagging his tail (1:45)
>GOOD NEWS: Misplaced $50,400 lottery ticket turns up days before expiration
-Meanwhile, in Pennsylvania, farm show hosts mullet contest
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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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