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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:39). High of 22 today in Worcester
+6:00: Snowstorm this weekend? Here's what we know (3:05)
-Declared winter parking ban in Worcester lifted
-How much did it snow in Central Mass.? See town-by-town totals
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Driver who crashed into Shrewsbury police lobby wanted "suicide by cop:" Police (1:22) (pictured)
+6:00: Related: Damage to lobby north of $1 million (1:37). Article
-Earlier: Witnesses: Man accused of crashing into Shrewsbury Police Department was trying to be shot by police
+6:00: Worcester councilor looks to loosen tobacco regulations to spur business
+6:00: Local students to contact International Space Station
+6:00: Radio Worcester Roundtable (49:54): Joe Robinson departure, development accountability and city infrastructure issues
+Noon: Worcester police ask for help finding missing 14-year-old
+Noon: Worcester County Wonders: Nostalgia on the menu at Lou Roc's Diner
+Noon: Worcester Public Schools launches peer mentoring program for principals
+Noon: The Selena Experience is coming to Worcester
+Noon: Listen Up: Facing "Monsters" with Joyner Lucas on new single
+Noon: Writer Bibbe Hansen to perform for Negativeburn at Hunchback Gallery
+Noon: First Person: Suzanne Graham Anderson on living authentically
-Police: Crash into Shrewsbury Police Department lobby "appears intentional," driver in custody (2:22). Article
-Razing underway at Primetals building at edge of I-290
-Worcesteria: Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday is a day of service
-Mike Benedetti: Worcester City Council agenda preview
-Aislinn Doyle: January 22nd School Committee meeting agenda preview
-R.E.C. mobile markets sprout back up for the season this week
-West Brookfield woman, 73, dies after struck in Ware Walmart parking lot
>DINING OUT: Q&A: Bringing The Ground Round back to life
-ICYMI: A meal fit for royalty is coming to Worcester’s Mechanics Hall this month
-Worcester horror film festival moves to DCU Center for 2026
-Worcester foundation launches $125,000 grant program for community health
-UMass Medical School Professor: New variant of the flu virus is driving surge of cases
-UMass Medical School tapped by Department of Defense to test a better way of treating postpartum depression
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): This week's road closures and traffic delays
-Lamoureux Ford welcomes Jeff Tripp from Sunnyside Motors (1:44)
-Wachusett Echo: Rhubarb Pie Club Spotlight
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Southbridge man arrested after trying to set car on fire at Webster apartment complex
-S.E.L.C.O. honored with Public Power Customer Satisfaction Award
-Man steals $2,600 worth of goods from Shrewsbury store after posing as another person
-Westminster paving solicitations end in arrest after police say man used swapped plates on dump truck, trailer
-Shrewsbury’s Center Dairy Bar sparks memories for residents
-Local bank celebrating milestone
-Clinton Middle School tops projects list at schools
-The Item's Neighbor to Neighbor column
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: Dolly Parton turns 80 and released music to help you celebrate
-Radio Worcester (14:52): The Fools celebrate 50 years of rock with show at Samuel Slater’s in Webster
-Poison's 40th anniversary tour nixed after Bret Michaels demands 600% more money than bandmates
>OPINION: Dan Margolis: Minneapolis I.C.E. horror vindicates W.P.D., city leaders
-Giselle Rivera-Flores: I.C.E. detainments and the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: Why this moment demands moral courage
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:06): Defamation lawsuit sparks debate over press freedom in Worcester
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who spent her career as a caregiver at several area nursing homes
>SPORTS:"How did I catch that?" Patriots' Boutte reflects on late game touchdown
-Patriots adopt new identity, and more takeaways from Divisional Round win
-Mina Kimes responds after getting "dunked on" by Cardi B over Patriots pick
-Celtics fall to Pistons, 104-103 (1:59). Article
-Jaylen Brown selected to start in NBA's new All-Star tournament format
-Holy Cross women’s hockey ranked No. 14 in the nation
-Worcester hockey alumni 2025-26 highlights, NHL Week 15
>NATIONAL: Massive 100-vehicle pileup in Michigan due to snowstorm
-Florida man randomly shot 3 tourists dead at rental property near Disney World: sheriff
-Tragic: Mom allegedly killed baby with frying pan
>NEW ENGLAND: DiZoglio accuses A.G. Campbell of “stall tactics” in audit law standoff
-Worcester law firm: What to do in high-conflict co-parenting cases in Mass.
>COLLEGES: UMass Medical School students shape foster care clinic
-Worcester State expands global reach with University of Limerick partnership
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The most "cultured" U.S. cities, according to a new report
>BUSINESS: Local insurance agency hits 100-year milestone
-Radio Worcester (10:35): Breaking down “hidden financial decisions” and the cost of procrastination
-The $425 million Capital One "cheated" interest payout — is your check doubling?
>SHOPPING: Why Jessica Alba’s Honest Company has shut down its app
>HOMES: Central Mass. real estate transfers
>HEALTH: Doing this between age 45 and 64 can lower your risk of dementia by 45%
-Radio Worcester (7:40): Dr. Michael Potter on weight loss surgery and long-term health benefits
>FOOD: Major change coming to Babybel cheese
>TV/STREAMING: Stream the latest Peacock movies and TV shows
>MOVIES: Tom Cruise confronted Paramount C.E.O. over "Mission: Impossible" role
>CELEBRITY: Selena Gomez strips off the glam for rare makeup-free selfie
-Carol Burnett reveals her "movie star idol" was "one of the nicest" people she ever met
>ANIMALS: Goose walks into family’s garage and never leaves (2:55)
>HISTORY: Photos show changes to the White House
>GOOD NEWS: Kids praise dogs that helped console them after school shooting: "They can take your tears" (2:51)
-Meanwhile, in Foxborough, teen goes viral after appearing shirtless during Pats game (1:32)
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:36). High of 90 today in Worcester
-What to know about past "very strong" El Niños
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: 1 dead, 2 injured in stabbing off Ararat Street in Worcester, police say (:16). Article
+6:00: Worcester councilors say city is shouldering homelessness burden from surrounding towns
+6:00: Victor D. Infante's WoMag Rundown (7:20)
+1:00: Worcester man arrested after child found alone in locked car at Northborough Walmart (1:56). Article
+1:00: Worcester school principal involved in harassment call days before going on leave
+1:00: It's Friday! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+1:00: Decades by DeZyne to headline this year's Pet Rock Fest
+1:00: Facebook and Instagram down as Meta products hit with widespread outage
-Parents of WPI's “Lost Sons” speak out
-Worcester prepares for World Cup watch parties (2:21)
-Related: Security, parking plans for World Cup games on Worcester Common
-Related: Local E.M.T. squads ready for World Cup watch parties in Worcester
-Related: Worcester License Commission says bars can stay open later for World Cup
-Related: Worcester awaits World Cup, and fans get a view of history
-Here's what's replacing Boston Market on Park Ave.
-Federal government accuses Chip Norton of fraud and millions in undisclosed transfers
-Woman struck, killed by flatbed tow truck identified by Worcester police
-Earlier: Worcester pedestrian struck, killed by flatbed tow truck
-National Grid begins massive project to upgrade lines in Central Mass.
-TODAY! Traffic advisory Friday for Grove Street
-TODAY! Fitness in the Parks summer series kicks off Friday
-Northbridge man who accidentally killed brother avoids prison time in plea
-18 new condos on Elm Street are for sale. Take a look inside
-Claremont Academy graduation (54:56)
-Worcester names new principal for North High
>DINING OUT: Worcester pizzerias see business boom following visits from Dave Portnoy
-ICYMI: Worcester man faces murder charge after beloved baker’s death
-Worcester activist, barred from City Hall, arrested again
-Developer seeks to build a new shopping plaza with multiple restaurants on Grove Street in Worcester
-Worcester sweep nets 8 suspects, drugs and illegal guns
-Downtown Worcester restaurant closed until June 22nd
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Update on construction at Senior Center parking lot
-Lamoureux Ford wins record 29th Ford President's Award (4:16)
-Annual business personal property inspections begin Monday
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Motorcycle, S.U.V. involved in serious Auburn crash
-Pub to close after 8 years due to "more than a few challenges"
-Worcester man charged with trafficking after drugs found in Squishmallows tin at Northborough Inn
-Free kids bike rodeo at Paxton Days 10 to noon Saturday
-Nearly 300 Leominster employees made $100,000 or more in 2025
-Highlights from Shrewsbury Select Board meeting
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Friday
-Jazzed Up (Trio) at Uxlocale Friday, (Duo) at Val's in Holden, Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Things to do: Wormtown rising, do the Time Warp, many voices ...
-R&B Legend Jon B. on new tour, music release (5:05)
-"Blizzard of Lies" author on new Karen Read book (3:17)
-Kayem, M.F.A. unveil traveling art exhibit featuring historic American figures with hot dogs
>OPINION: Shaun Connolly: June Horrorscopes
-Who remembers the wonderful, wacky World Cup of 1966? I do!
-WCCA-TV's Activate Worcester No. 341 (28:47): Jay Givan, 250th anniversary of America
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to local man who passed away at 22 after a lifelong battle with Tay-Sachs disease
>SPORTS: See the full U.S. men's soccer schedule for the World Cup
-A.J. Brown pushes Drake Maye to be "perfect" at Pats minicamp (2:21)
-Former Holy Cross star Jalen Coker earns a 3-year, $35 million extension from Carolina
-Red Sox exec Sam Kennedy calls season "embarrassing"
-Bravehearts single-game tickets on sale now
-Bravehearts to host Italian Heritage Night with Brian Scalabrine June 20th
-Bravehearts beat New Britain, 6-0
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox lose to Rochester, 6-4, in game 1, second game postponed because of weather
>NATIONAL: U.S. will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war
-U.F.O. whistleblower claims billions in secret spending hidden from Congress
-Tragic: Details emerge after dad executed twin sons in bedroom -- as adorable boys are pictured
>NEW ENGLAND: N.H. court overturns father’s murder conviction in death of Harmony Montgomery
-2 men killed in bloody Fall River homicide, 1 found with pitchfork impaled in head
>COLLEGES: Worcester State and Everett schools partner to offer direct admission to high school seniors
-Clark senior interns for Department of Environmental Protection, researches soundscapes in cranberry bogs
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Beat the Summer travel chaos with these easy hacks (3:48)
-The surprising passport mistake that could ruin your trip
>BUSINESS: U.S. oil reserves near 40-year low at 349.2 million barrels
-LPL Financial Research: Is bad news already priced into the bond market?
-New investment accounts fund an early start for kids (2:14)
>SHOPPING: Mass. sets tax-free weekend date for August
>HOMES: Central Mass. real estate transfers
>HEALTH: This mobile clinic is bringing care to new moms' front door (2:29)
-Dirty soda drinks might be doing you dirty as doctors warn of health risks
>FOOD: Homemade roasted tomato sauce
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for new Netflix series "Worst Neighbor Ever" (2:04)
>MOVIES: Summer movie guide: "The Odyssey," "Toy Story 5," and more
>CELEBRITY: Aubrey Plaza cradles her baby bump
-Lizzo gets candid about new album, details wild moment from Sports Illustrated Swimsuit show
>ANIMALS: This cat waited his whole life for a dog best friend (1:53)
>HISTORY: Worcester County Wonders: Restoring history one milestone at a time
>GOOD NEWS: After growing up homeless, woman shares apartment with mom (3:04)
-Meanwhile, in Pennsylvania, boy, 7, puts on 50 sweaters to break world record
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