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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:25). High of 74 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester police ask for help finding missing girl
+6:00: Worcester police ask for help finding missing 14-year-old
+6:00: Webster woman in court after allegedly causing bomb scare at convenience store (:32). Article
+Noon: Shrewsbury shooting victim ID'd as Kevin Doherty, 56; suspect arraigned in Westborough
+Noon: Related: Suspect who allegedly killed Shrewsbury father is held without bail (2:32)
+Noon: Related: Suspect in fatal Shrewsbury shooting, standoff identified
+Noon: Firefighters battle blaze at scrap metal site in Worcester
+Noon: Early voting in Worcester's preliminary election wraps up today
+Noon: It's Friday! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: New Worcester Mediterranean restaurant announces official opening date
+Noon: New shows & movies to watch this weekend: "The Thursday Murder Club" on Netflix and more
+Noon: New movies on streaming: "Together," and more
+Noon: First Person: In matters of faith, Joe Fusco Jr. looks for "returns"
-Shrewsbury father shot to death after walking 6-year-old child to school (2:58). Article
-Related: Video of suspect surrendering (:22)
-Related: Police chief, D.A. hold press conference (11:19)
-Worcester man charged with killing his toddler son in Ohio ordered held without bail
-Worcester police ask for help finding missing 14-year-old
-Traffic delays after tractor-trailer gets stuck under bridge in Worcester
-State Police recruit from Worcester died from blunt force injuries, family attorney says (2:21). Article
-WPI receives $12 million gift, one of the largest in its history
-Woman, Young Woman of Consequence Awards
-Radio Worcester (8:29): Mary Beth Benison Foundation fundraiser
-Is there a lot of Labor Day traffic? When to avoid the roads in Mass.
>POLITICS: Here’s what you need to know about Worcester’s preliminary election
-The016.com announces political ad packages
-Meet the candidates: Satya Mitra’s says he's "grounded in facts"
>DINING OUT: Here’s how much Americans "guilt tip," according to new research
-ICYMI: Good Samaritan saves driver after car rolls into Lake Quinsig
-"Her presence lit up the room," says mother of Finleigh Dragon, Auburn crash victim
-Worcester teen driving stolen Infiniti strikes 2 cruisers on I-290 before arrest
-Worcester man sentenced for cocaine distribution
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): September Among Friends senior newsletter
-America's newest game show, filmed at Lamoureux Ford (1:40)
-A message from the Wachusett principal
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Webster man charged with animal cruelty after 9 bulldogs found in poor conditions
-Seth Colby hits 1-year mark as Shrewsbury’s Fire Chief
-Scenes from Mediterranean festival at St. Mary's Syriac Orthodox Church
-West Boylston Walmart decision based on need for grocery store
-Master Masons Gather for Family Fun Day
-Sutton select board grants Class 1 license to Northeast Great Dane
-Wetlands could reroute section of proposed Westborough project
-The Item's calendar of events
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Friday
-Jazzed Up Trio at Pinecroft Dairy 5 p.m. Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Chainsmokers at Breakaway Festival, KC and the Sunshine Band and more ...
-Pride Worcester festival eyes being both protest and "celebration of love"
-Claude Monet immersive experience to replace Van Gogh exhibition at Mercantile Center
>OPINION: Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Go to the water - A small release, a big step
-Carly Bridgeman: The American dream doesn't exist
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 474 (27:54): National Women's Rights Convention 175th anniversary
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former librarian who retired due to illness
>SPORTS: Former Shepherd Hill star Alec Lindstrom signs to Patriots practice squad
-Jordon Hudson files to trademark "gold digger" amid Bill Belichick romance
-Red Sox beat Orioles, 3-2
-Holy Cross football season preview
-3 Crusaders net season firsts in 3-1 victory over New Hampshire
-WooSox fall to Durham, 4-1
>NATIONAL: Desperate Russia is recruiting civilians suffering from H.I.V. and infectious diseases
>TRAGIC: Student shot in the head asked stranger to "please just hold my hand" to comfort her
>NEW ENGLAND: About 40 children stung by bees at Ashland school (:23)
-Why don't all Mass. school districts start on the same day?
-After energy bills surged, state regulators who set rates suddenly depart
>COLLEGES: Assumption Clinical Counseling Psychology Program receives national distinction
-Clark History Professor Willem Klooster named a Top Scholar
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The 1 thing that makes coming home from vacation easier
>BUSINESS: What's the best place to work in Mass.? Forbes names top 20 employers
-LPL Financial Research: Grand ideas at the Grand Tetons
-Google strikes major nuclear power deal to fuel A.I. data centers with 50 megawatt capacity
>SHOPPING: Spirit Halloween openings: Locations in Massachusetts
>HEALTH: Weight-loss drugs are changing the food industry (2:18)
-Super common over the counter meds fueling antibiotic resistance: study
>HOMES: Gardening Central Mass.: Sassy grasses for every garden
>FOOD: Taco Bell menu sees return of Cheesy Street Chalupas
>TV/STREAMING: Devo documentary premieres on Netflix
>MOVIES: Trailer for new Margot Robbie, Colin Farrell movie, "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey" (2:02)
>CELEBRITY: Denzel Washington reveals he is "tired of movies": "I don't watch"
-Mickey Rourke spotted after "Big Brother" scandal in shocking new photos
>ANIMALS: Terrified dumped puppy learns how to trust humans (1:59)
>HISTORY: "Every weekend was spent at the White Cliffs": Northborough residents recall memories of historic mansion
>GOOD NEWS: Police comfort boy who drove truck into Little Caesars
-Meanwhile, in Iowa, man sentenced for buying $140,000 worth of Pokémon cards on his employer's dime
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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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