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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:41). High of 26 today in Worcester
+6:00: Weekend winter storm looks increasingly likely to bring snow (15:39)
+6:00: Declared winter parking ban to take effect 9 p.m. Wednesday
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: 1 dead in Oakham house fire (1:48). Article
+6:00: Shrewsbury man to undergo mental health evaluation after crashing into police lobby (1:15). Article (pictured)
+6:00: Worcester council urges loosening of tobacco store regulations: "What’s the difference?"
+6:00: The ultimate New England style Fireplace Feast at Salem Cross Inn in West Brookfield (:53)
+Noon: City Council passes 90-day parking ban near Worcester elementary school
+Noon: Worcester Walks: Walk where three towns meet in Boylston
+Noon: Last Call: Dick Callahan, entomologist
-Driver who crashed into Shrewsbury police lobby wanted "suicide by cop:" Police (1:22)
-Related: Damage to lobby north of $1 million (1:37). Article
-Related: Shrewsbury weighs security changes after crash at station (2:16)
-Earlier: Witnesses: Man accused of crashing into Shrewsbury Police Department was trying to be shot by police
-Worcester veterans director submits "nonresignation letter"; city says he's no longer an employee
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (49:54): Joe Robinson departure, development accountability and city infrastructure issues
-Worcester police release name of man stabbed to death near downtown garage
-Missing Worcester 14-year-old boy found safe
-Local students to contact International Space Station
-Worcester County Wonders: Nostalgia on the menu at Lou Roc's Diner
-Worcester City Council seeks clarity, tracking in handling of approved orders
-Worcester Public Schools launches peer mentoring program for principals
>DINING OUT: A meal fit for royalty is coming to Worcester’s Mechanics Hall this month
-ICYMI: Razing underway at Primetals building at edge of I-290
-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
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo: Midyears 101 — High school guide with tips from teachers and students
-Lamoureux Ford welcomes Jeff Tripp from Sunnyside Motors (1:44)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Early morning fire destroys home in Uxbridge (:19). Article
-Presence of D.E.A. vehicle creates stir in Gardner
-Racist confrontation on Lunenburg lake: Ayer man faces judge (:31). Article
-Biotech-focused construction firm expands with $1.4 million purchase of Clinton industrial site
-Boylston resident needed for School Committee
-Flu dropping after uptick at Clinton High
-Fighting for poultry health is an everyday thing at Bob's
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesday at 961 Restaurant and Lounge
>SHOWTIME: The Selena Experience is coming to Worcester
-Listen Up: Facing "Monsters" with Joyner Lucas on new single
-Writer Bibbe Hansen to perform for Negativeburn at Hunchback Gallery
>OPINION: Keith Linhares: Lawsuit warning shot for Worcester's free press
-First Person: Suzanne Graham Anderson on living authentically
-Unity Radio's The Susanity Life (57:46)
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:06): Defamation lawsuit sparks debate over press freedom in Worcester
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a retired Worcester Fire Captain
>SPORTS: Oddsmakers favor Patriots over Broncos in AFC title game
-Patriots’ Rhamondre Stevenson on heartbreak of losing his dad
-Bruins lose to Dallas, 6-2
-Bruins in mix for Rasmus Andersson as trade rumors swirl: Report
-'Sader Stories Podcast (1:05:26): Kit Hughes
-Holy Cross men’s basketball heads to Annapolis to battle Navy Wednesday
>NATIONAL: Text reward scams surge as carriers warn
-The world’s rushing to Ukraine to study drone warfare
-Tragic: Mom mauled by pit bull forced to amputate leg that was "basically hanging off"
>NEW ENGLAND: Man accused of breaking into homes, pouring queso on TV
-4 school buses burn in early morning fire at Framingham bus lot (1:10). Article
>COLLEGES: Carnegie classification recognizes Clark’s commitment to community engagement
-Worcester State campus S.T.E.M. events showcase student and faculty excellence
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): What's the world's oldest (and deepest) lake?
-Why your boarding pass says "Seat Assigned at Gate"
>BUSINESS: Commonwealth Fusion eyes major Devens expansion, to add another 100+ jobs
-LPL Financial Research: Unearthing the metals melt-up
-The great cash-in! What is your old tech really worth? (1:59)
>SHOPPING: Ms. Rachel's latest educational toys are now available at Target
>HOMES: When should kids do chores? Advice for parents (3:01)
>HEALTH: Measles cases rising amid vaccine skepticism
-Deadly "superbug" is spreading across U.S. as drug resistance grows, researchers warn
>FOOD: Is the McDonald's Big Arch burger coming to the U.S.?
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for Season 4 of "The Lincoln Lawyer" on Netflix (2:06)
>MOVIES: James Cameron reveals if Arnold Schwarzenegger will return for another "Terminator" film
>CELEBRITY: Sylvester Stallone shows off buff body at the gym, admits "it gets harder and harder"
-Timothy Busfield's accusers initially said he didn't touch them: report
>ANIMALS: Cat obsessed with his stuffie finally gets a real sibling (2:30)
>HISTORY: WBZ’s Dream Team represented a golden era of television news
>GOOD NEWS: Firefighters save 6-week-old puppies from house fire
-Meanwhile, in Tennessee, bear breaks into candy store for the fourth time
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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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