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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:11). High of 42 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Manhole explosion launches cover high into air over Worcester, narrowly missing car (2:44) (pictured)
+6:00: Worcester Business Journal's Movers & Shakers
+6:00: Radio Worcester (12:46): Dr. Satya Mitra announces run for Worcester Councilor-at-Large
+6:00: Worcester filmmaker, music producer Cyrus Alexander to debut martial arts film in N.Y.C.
+6:00: 210 Sports's Worcester hockey alumni 2024-25 highlights, NHL week 14
+Noon: WCCA-TV wins first place for its TV production of Mechanics Hall Concert featuring the Worcester Symphony Orchestra
+Noon: Jazzed Up Trio at 961 at Union Station 6 to 9 Wednesday
+Noon: What is love to a poet?
-New Worcester apartment building is filling up. But it’s not quite finished
-Worcester firefighter injured on the job in 2006 dies
-Worcester Business Journal names its Best of Business Award winners
-Learning about Taylor Swift? Holy Cross offers course comparing pop stars to poets (2:49). Article
-Scoop Dogg among new names for Worcester's snowplows
-Geocells installed for dam rehabilitation project in Worcester
-Kalkounis named first female City Solicitor in Worcester
-W.P.D. Vice Squad officers arrest man for fentanyl distribution
-Cold Stone Creamery, Planet Smoothie and Wetzel's Pretzel coming to Main Street in Worcester
>DINING OUT: Brazilian steakhouse approved to open in Downtown Worcester
-ICYMI: 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
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): American Legion meeting on Tuesday
-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)
-Swimmer Julia McMahon qualifies for states in back-to-back seasons
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Pilot makes safe emergency landing at Orange Airport
-Fitchburg man used taxpayer money meant for seniors on studio recordings, 153 pounds of bourbon steak tips, framed portrait: feds
-Woodworking is Jim Litterio's gift
-Kate Hodges bids farewell in Lancaster
-Picture This: Item reader shares wildlife photo favorites
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>OPINION: Ray Mariano: City Council makes mess of Gaza issue
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (1:13:01)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester native who delayed her nursing career to work at Norton's during World War II
>SPORTS: Patriots hire Mike Vrabel as head coach; NFL world reacts
-What Vrabel told Tom Brady before being hired by Patriots
-Bill Belichick confidant speaks out on NFL coaching rumors
-Celtics beat New Orleans, 120-119
-Railers beat Wheeling, 2-1
>CARS: Why some carmakers are ditching touchscreens for your beloved knobs
>NATIONAL: Death toll climbs to 24 in wildfires while Los Angeles braces for shift in weather (2:09)
-Number of unpartnered U.S. adults declined for first time in nearly 20 years
-Tragic: "Unspeakable tragedy" hits after couple dies in separate accidents within 24 hours
>NEW ENGLAND: Teacher accused of sharing child pornography with minors
-Cat declawing is now illegal in Massachusetts
>COLLEGES: Nichols senior co-authors A.I. study and presents findings at academic conference
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The coolest fountain shows in the world
>BUSINESS: E-ZPass scam under investigation (2:39)
>SHOPPING: Katie Millett: Baby registry hits, misses, and what I’d do differently
>HOMES: Homes at or under $350,000 in Worcester County, January 5th to 11th
>HEALTH: Winter outdoor workout tips from a doctor
-New study finds link between C.M.V. and Alzheimer's disease
>FOOD: What is the best diet for heart health? Experts say that DASH diet is (:43)
>TV/STREAMING: Now is the best time to subscribe to Peacock — 5 reasons why
>MOVIES: "Den of Thieves 2" wins box office crown, "Moana 2" nears $1 billion globally
>CELEBRITY: Medium Tyler Henry predicted Ricki Lake's L.A. house fire 3 months ago
>HISTORY: Blizzard of ’78 the topic of Shrewsbury Historical Society talk January 22nd
>ANIMALS: Woman rescues 3 puppies just in time (2:13)
>GOOD NEWS: Mail carrier saves dog from icy creek
-Meanwhile, unusual 911 calls of 2024 include "Mean" cat, broken washing machine and locked phone
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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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