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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:42). High of 38 today in Worcester
+6:00: Worcester braces for major winter storm
+6:00: Massive winter storm could bring 20 inches of snow (15:04)
-What does a polar vortex mean? The phenomenon behind the extreme cold
-Worcester faces snow removal staffing challenges ahead of weekend storm (2:30). Article
-Snow removal in Worcester continues to be a problem, city councilors say
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Things to Do: Lord of the Lost, the Metrons, the Fools and more ...
+Noon: T.H.T. Rep sets "Midsummer Night's Dream" in '80s nightclub with attitude
+Noon: "Sinners" leads Oscar nominations with 16, the most of all-time
+Noon: Oscar nominations snubs and surprises
+Noon: How to watch the Oscars best picture nominated-films at home
-1 dead in Oakham house fire (1:48). Article
-Shrewsbury man to undergo mental health evaluation after crashing into police lobby (1:15). Article
-"4 of 5 flights lose money..." Massport C.E.O. addresses current state of Worcester Regional Airport
-Turtleboy movie, docuseries in the works
-Worcester council urges loosening of tobacco store regulations: "What’s the difference?"
-City Council passes 90-day parking ban near Worcester elementary school
-Worcester Walks: Walk where three towns meet in Boylston
-Aislinn Doyle: January 22nd School Committee meeting agenda preview
>DINING OUT: The ultimate New England style Fireplace Feast at Salem Cross Inn in West Brookfield (:53)
-ICYMI: 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)
-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
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden police warn of R.M.V. text scam
-Lamoureux Ford welcomes Jeff Tripp from Sunnyside Motors (1:44)
-Wachusett Echo: Midyears 101 — High school guide with tips from teachers and students
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Shrewsbury approves 300-unit 40B project on Main Street
-Corey Lacaire reflects on 30 years of fire department service in Spencer
-Spencer-East Brookfield School Committee increases pre-school tuition
-Rutland makes short work of Special Town Meeting
-Kindled Planning hopes to "spark" more for customers
-Police logs from West Boylston, Shrewsbury
-Leicester Police Department hosting gun safety class on Saturday
-The Item's calendar of events
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Still the "Openest": Full Mooniest Mic set for new home at Canvas
-Last Call: Dick Callahan, entomologist
>OPINION: Angela Bovill: Our Haitian healthcare workers must be protected
-Unity Radio's Elevate Worcester: Voices for Educational Equity (34:48)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester man who dedicated over 30 years to the Commission for the Blind
>SPORTS: What can Patriots expect from Broncos in AFC Championship? (6:31)
-Patriots Drake Maye speaks ahead of AFC title game
-Celtics beat Pacers, 119-104 (2:02). Article
-Holy Cross star Jack Stockfish named a Hobey Baker Award nominee
-Holy Cross men's and women's basketball fall to Navy
>CARS: Ford recalls 119,000 vehicles over engine heater issue that could cause fire
>NATIONAL: U.S. seizes seventh oil tanker in the Caribbean
-NASA astronaut who was stuck at the space station for months retires within a year of returning
-Tragic: Son, 19, who was sole survivor in father's murder-suicide rampage dies unexpectedly
>NEW ENGLAND: Maine man charged with murder in baby daughter’s death
-Judge orders online trading platform to stop taking sports action in Mass.
>COLLEGES: The power of experiential learning
-Worcester State takes to the streets with a new kind of school bus
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Capitva Landing is a new outdoor waterpark open year-round
>BUSINESS: Local trusts and estates attorneys launch Newton-based practice
-LPL Financial Research: Unearthing the metals melt-up
-Alcohol brands could be forced to sell inventory as industry giant declares bankruptcy
>HOMES: Mom reveals simple hack to open tricky plastic packaging
>HEALTH: Powerful affirmations to start your day right (3:41)
-L.E.D. light therapy guide: What each color does + top at‑home devices
>FOOD: Dietitians weigh in on chicken vs. tomato soup — which is healthier?
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for Season 3 of "Euphoria" on HBO Max (2:25)
>MOVIES: Razzie nominees for worst films and performances of the year
>CELEBRITY: "Horrified" Valerie Bertinelli was fired as a diet spokesperson for gaining weight
-Blake Lively branded a "f--king terrorist" by movie exec during nasty "It Ends With Us" drama
>ANIMALS: Scarred bait dog can’t stop smiling once he’s finally safe (2:27)
>HISTORY: Thinking back to 2016? How Worcester, New England looked 10 years ago (13 photos)
>GOOD NEWS: Microchip helps reunite family with dog lost for over 10 years
-Meanwhile, Joe Exotic sells phone calls from prison for Valentine's Day
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:29). High of 60 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: After fatal shooting, Worcester strip club must close at 8
+6:00: City custodians protest treatment by Worcester's new cleaning contractor
+6:00: Friends of Worcester Public Library mark 70 years with $50,000 gift to new branch
+6:00: Pulse Magazine's Weekend Guide (:22)
+Noon: Jury says it's deadlocked in Noel Inoa retrial; judge says keep trying
+Noon: Worcester airport sets record, but 500,000 goal looms
+Noon: Level 3 sex offender accused of trying to entice juvenile in Southbridge
+Noon: Things to Do: Día de los Muertos celebration, 'Ghosts in the Galleries
+Noon: Decade of ghouls and glamor: Haunted Speakeasy set for Worcester
+Noon: This is peak: Joe Fusco Jr. dreams about replacing a boiler
-Driver injured after car crashes through fence, lands on roof in Worcester (1:40). Article
-Child hospitalized after being hit by vehicle while riding bike in Worcester
-Worcester husband and wife die just 2 days apart
-Phantom Gourmet visits Worcester restaurant (5:02)
-Worcester community seeks help after local designer’s bag, credit cards stolen
-Former Worcester police sergeant takes over National Guard's 42nd Infantry Division
-Worcester S.N.A.P. rolls drop 21% as advocates seek D.T.A. staff
-internal investigation clears officers of wrongdoing in Toomey crash
-Related: Advocates renew call for police review board after release of Toomey crash report
-Related: Read the full Worcester police review of city councilor's crash
-City to crack down on parking scofflaws during snow. But you'll be warned
-Central Mass. strip club to face license commission after deadly shooting
-Terror on Tory Fort: Check out Worcester family's Western take on Halloween
-Ché Anderson talks about roles at UMass Med School, Mass Cultural Council
-Nativity School opens applications for upcoming year
-Aislinn Doyle: W.P.S. In Brief: Realignment breakdown by school
>DINING OUT: Worcester restaurant expands to serve lunch
-ICYMI: State blocks out-of-state firm from buying nursing homes in Worcester, Fitchburg
-$51 million redevelopment brings 80 affordable senior apartments to Worcester's Lincoln Square
-Worcester's historic Heywood Boot building to receive $929K in state redevelopment funding
-Worcester lands record $5.5 million grant to remove lead hazards
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN: Midnight at the Masquerade mystery Thursday at Gale Free Library
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): What happens to Anna Maria College’s campus after bids fall short?
-Takeaways from latest Shrewsbury Select Board meeting
-Westborough police warn against "door kick" social media challenge
-Charlton voters approve data center restrictions, call for end to Flock cameras
-In stunning reversal, Westborough Town Meeting changes course on downtown zoning proposal
-Pastor Coates drops fraud claims against orchard developer and former Dunbar clients
-Southbridge man charged with armed robbery at Elm Street convenience store
-Dudley Town Hall access plan draws objections at Town Meeting
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
-Jazzed Up Duo at Val’s Restaurant in Holden Friday and Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Disney On Ice presents Spotlight Magic
-Get medieval: Autumn Knights Renaissance Faire set
-Celeste Ng headlines Worcester library fundraiser November 5th
-Suzanne Strempek Shea's popular memoir talk comes to Webster
-Charlton mom's book captures spirit of late son, paralyzed in 1997 crash
>OPINION: Sunita Razdan: Lend nature a hand - leave fallen leaves in yard
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 509 (28:27): Nativity School of Worcester
-WCCA-TV's Coffee with Konnie No. 545 (29:27): Hank Stolz
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:00): Journalists' superpower and Worcester media in 2026
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to local woman who worked as a baking teacher
>SPORTS: Patriots-Bears preview: Keys to victory, prediction and more
-Drake Maye vs. Caleb Williams a battle of electric, maturing quarterbacks
-Patriots injured reserve activations explained: Decisions await
-Why Patriots cannot afford not to start Caleb Lomu each week
-NFL Week 7 schedule, TV and announcers
-Mechanics Hall ready to rumble as boxing returns after long absence
-Holy Cross women's hockey team hits the road to face Dartmouth
-Holy Cross baseball announces Fall World Series
>NATIONAL: Nobel-winning A.I. pioneer warns: Befriend bots or "we're toast"
-How many Americans support second execution attempt for Christa Pike
-Ukraine's $500 drones slaughtered America's $25 million tanks in recent war game
-Tragic: Swimmer, 65, killed by shark despite wearing repellent band
>NEW ENGLAND: Officers say Matthew Farwell was agitated in days before Sandra Birchmore's death (2:49)
-Lawmakers reject Gov. Healey's gas tax suspension plan (:26)
-Massachusetts leads nation in lottery spending again
>COLLEGES: Clark Family & Friends Weekend 2026
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Half of Americans return home more drained than relaxed after a vacation, new survey says
>BUSINESS: Amazon hiring 6,000 seasonal workers in Mass.
-Radio Worcester (22:08): W.B.D.C. and Webster Five explain small business financing
-LPL Financial Research: Moats vs. inertia: Unpacking the personal A.I. agent threat
-Meta ordered to pay New Mexico $25 billion for deceiving users
>SHOPPING: Warning issued against 400,000 pressure cookers due to burn risk
>HOMES: Americans are abandoning a beloved tradition — and experts reveal 5 reasons why
>HEALTH: Sexually transmitted diarrhea is morphing into a superbug
-Medicare Advantage plan cuts: United, Humana reduce benefits for 1 million
>FOOD: Daily Dish: Baked salmon and rice
>TV/STREAMING: Elizabeth Holmes docs to watch before "You Can See Everything"
>MOVIES: Trailer for new Idris Elba movie, "Above the Below" (1:38)
>CELEBRITY: Selma Blair speaks out after mid-flight meltdown, arrest
-Judge tosses child sex abuse indictment against Timothy Busfield
>ANIMALS: Tiny cat loves swimming just as much as exploring the world (2:39)
>HISTORY: Building 19 author on nostalgia event this weekend (11:28)
>GOOD NEWS: Couple struck by lightning while walking hand in hand, hail Good Samaritan hikers for saving their lives
-Meanwhile, in Colorado, bear steals bag of gear from fire station
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