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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:57). High of 64 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Worcester police ask for help finding missing 14-year-old
-Legendary Worcester restaurant O'Connor's halts public dining (pictured)
-Downtown Worcester restaurant closes its doors
-Air quality in Worcester getting worse
-Assumption student to attend funeral of Pope Francis (1:35). Article
-Related: Locals recall Pope Francis’ love for people on the peripheries
-Related: Thousands say farewell at funeral of Post Francis
-Related: Live video of funeral of Pope Francis
-A whole-latte cuteness with Davis Farmland (4:39)
-Worcester's housing crisis mirrors national trend
-"Disgusting": Strong reaction in Central Mass. to RFK Jr. comments about autism
-Research Bureau announces 5 pubic service award winners
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:25): 0.5% endowment fund debate and superintendent search
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 BBQ restaurants (5:05)
-ICYMI: Molly McGovern, daughter of Congressman Jim McGovern, dies unexpectedly in Italy while battling rare cancer. Video (:26)
-"An amazing light": Husband mourns wife who died in fall at Purgatory Chasm (2:14). Article
-An alligator in a Worcester lake? Not quite, says police department
-Orange (Calif.) Unified names Dr. Rachel Monárrez as next superintendent
-Pastor tased by Worcester police can't use Justice Department report in civil suit
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Composting 8 to 2:30 Saturday
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-Gale Free Library transformation shines
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Drug Take Back Day in Shrewsbury 10 to 2 Saturday
-Physik Instrumente plans to open Shrewsbury headquarters this fall
-2 men arrested after shots fired from Orange apartment window
-West Boylston officials putting override before voters
-Town Meeting Preview: Sterling looks at long-term financial stabilization
-Town Meeting Preview: Boylston to vote on fire station, senior center
-Town Meeting Preview: Bolton seeks override to preserve town services
-Wachusett ready for flag football home opener
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: May Day Fest, Chaplin film, Denim Day and more ...
-Worcester State presents cult classic "Rocky Horror Show" through Sunday
-New Central Massachusetts Festival Chorus gives voice in concert
>OPINION: Joe Fusco Jr.: Remembering youth's many visits to the emergency room
-Amanda Meady: Discovering the new you after separation or divorce
-WCCA-TV's Senior Speak No. 924 (28:01)
-Green Worcester Summit (23:25): Welcome and introductions
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former C.F.O. of Jamesbury Corporation
>SPORTS: Patriots load up on offensive support for Drake Maye
-Patriots introduce Will Campbell at Gillette Stadium (14:31). Article
-Celtics lose to Orlando, 95-93
-Bravehearts to hold 3 summer camps
-Holy Cross Athletics (1:23): Men's hockey thank you fans
-Patriot League announces William & Mary to join league in football
-WooSox lose to Syracuse, 8-3
-Local athletes take on latest Ice Bucket Challenge to shine light on mental health
-Revolution trade midfielder Noel Buck to San Jose for up to $650,000
>NATIONAL: F.B.I. arrests judge accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities
-Jeffrey Epstein victim, Prince Andrew accuser dies by suicide
>TRAGIC: Girl, 14, killed and eaten by lion in front of horrified friend
>NEW ENGLAND: Solar panels and spring weather led to record low grid demand on Sunday
-Misinformation surrounds string of deaths as New England serial killer speculation swirls (2:34). Article
>COLLEGES: Administration restoring international students' visas (2:29)
-UMass Medical School Resident Spotlight: Jennifer Trebilcock, MD
-A.I. course at Holy Cross delivers few answers, many questions and even more discussion
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Southwest Airlines joins rivals Delta, United in cutting flights
>BUSINESS: Poll: Majority of Americans say finances are getting worse
-Why to avoid withdrawing early from your 401(K) amid concerns on economy (1:48)
-Q&A: Happy lawyers, happy clients
>SHOPPING: Shop these spring sales to save on furniture, beauty, and baby gear
>HOMES: 43-acre mansion property in Central Mass. on sale for $4.2 million
>HEALTH: 5 risk factors at age 50 shave more than 10 years off your life
-New smart insoles could help with posture, prevent injury, and more (1:26)
-Cancer deaths are falling as diagnoses in women are rising, new report says (1:09)
>FOOD: Public health alert issued for pork sold at Aldi
>TV/STREAMING: Hallmark and Peacock breaking up after 3-year relationship
>MOVIES: New movies on demand — "Freaky Tales," "Hell of a Summer" and more
>CELEBRITY: Rob Lowe calls out Hollywood tour guide for mistaking him for John Stamos
>ANIMALS: Rescued swan loves a pool party (2:25)
>HISTORY: Why's it called that? Town carries Charles Paxton's name, like him or not
>GOOD NEWS: Woburn baby saved by firefighters after he inhaled spit up in his sleep (2:20)
-Meanwhile, in Philadelphia, shocking video shows pallbearers fall into 6 feet into grave
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:33). Hot and humid, high of 90 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Nearly 1 year after death of state Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia, family, lawmakers await answers
+1:00: With rain expected Tuesday evening, Worcester fireworks moved to Wednesday
+Noon: Shrewsbury police rescue 8 from sinking boat on Lake Quinsig
+Noon: GoFundMe launched for teen killed by train in Worcester
+Noon: Broadway in Worcester bringing in 3 Tony winners for new season
+Noon: Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
-Driver killed in fiery Grafton crash
-Construction on Kane Building apartments in Worcester underway
-Cold Stone Creamery nearing opening in Downtown Worcester
-Worcester to launch new system for public meeting access
-Worcester Business Journal's Movers & Shakers
-Worcester Independence Day celebration on Tuesday. What to know
-Mother bear swims across Quabbin Reservoir with cubs on back (:43)
-Monday's Child: Yomiah, 14, is a joyful and curious boy, known for his sweet nature
-Youth-led groups awarded $30,000 by Peace Development Fund
-Worcester County women nominated to state's 2025 Commonwealth Heroines
-Radio Worcester’s Hank Stolz shares his journey on Career Day with Friends (35:17)
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:56): City manager under fire, Human Rights hearing with Chief Saucier and media access dispute
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): These are the worst restaurant chains in the U.S.: report
-ICYMI: Worcester became a transgender "sanctuary city" but community says more must be done
-Gourmet cupcake shop is latest Canal District business to close its doors
-Related: A love letter to The Queen's Cups
-Worcester man identified in fatal motorcycle crash in Westborough
-2 Worcester liquor stores sold
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): This week's traffic delays and road closures
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-Conservation Commission has vacancies
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Moped pursuit ends in Shrewsbury backyard; Webster man arrested
-Rutland man cited for driving with license suspended for years over unpaid child support
-Fire tears through single-family home in Fitchburg
-Grafton Public Library celebrates the reopening of its Children's Room
-The Item's Neighbor to Neighbor column
-Clinton High announces its honor roll
-Marianapolis Prep celebrates Class of 2025 graduation
-Millbury and Sutton Blackstone Valley Tech students awarded scholarships
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Patriotic crafts to keep little hands busy
-Worcester Senior Center's Stay Connected (59:39): Ash & Eric, acoustic folk duo
>OPINION: Joe Fusco Jr.: Jumping joeys: What's in a name?
-Katherine O'Malley: Older Americans now face cuts to Medicaid, services
-North High School Class President Mohammed Daffaie (:28)
-WCCA-TV's Activate Worcester No. 333 (28:49): Ted Kostas, Candidate, City Council
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (2:08:41)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to mother of 3 who passed away at just 36 years old
>SPORTS: Bruins interested in Brad Marchand reunion if he leaves Panthers
-Red Sox lose to Blue Jays, 5-3
-Jake Hajdu of Sterling connects at plate, in field for Worcester Bravehearts
-Bravehearts fall to Westfield, 8-6. Next home game 4 p.m. Friday. Buy tickets here
-Holy Cross names Addie Kent assistant women’s lacrosse coach
-WooSox lose to RailRiders, 6-1
-U.S. Men's soccer team advances to Gold Cup semis after hanging on to beat Costa Rica
>NATIONAL: 2 firefighters shot and killed by sniper while fighting forest fire in Idaho (1:18)
-Footage released showing how bunker-buster bombs were used in historic Iran strike
>TRAGIC: Girl, 9, described as a "miracle baby," dies after being crushed by falling tree
>NEW ENGLAND: Karen Read reportedly working on movie, book after acquittal (:35)
-New Hampshire teen breaks neck diving over waves at Hampton Beach
-The low-number license plate lottery is underway. Here's how to enter
>COLLEGES: WPI admissions info session - May (39:01)
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): New flight launching from Boston to Anguilla
>BUSINESS: Unpredictable schedules and job quality in the U.S.
-Rite Aid to close all Mass. locations after filing for bankruptcy
>HOMES: 5 facts you may not know about bedbugs (1:14)
>SHOPPING: Enter to win a Frigidaire® 6,000 B.T.U. air conditioner from Sclamo's
>HEALTH: WPI researcher studies effect of streaming while eating
-What is a paronychia and how can it be treated? (1:03)
-Adding salt to your food could harm your liver, study says (1:08)
>FOOD: Synthetic food dyes: health risks and U.S. legislation
>TV/STREAMING: How to get the Starz and Hallmark+ streaming bundle
>MOVIES: 40 best films about the immigrant experience
>CELEBRITY: Lalo Schifrin, Mission Impossible composer, dies at 93
>ANIMALS: Kitten caught on baby cam sneaking into sister's crib for a snuggle (2:37)
>HISTORY: Why's it called that? Mount Oread in Kansas has roots in Worcester
>GOOD NEWS: How this charity turns kids into treasure-hunting pirates
-Meanwhile, in Thailand, hungry elephant looks for snacks in store (:56)
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