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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 (:37). High of 20 today in Worcester
+Noon: Watching threat of Sunday-Monday storm (2:12)
-"Here’s your present!": 85-year-old man in Worcester jokes about spending birthday digging car out of snow
-No school in Worcester Tuesday as snow cleanup continues (1:46)
-Sterling hits snowfall jackpot (:30)
-Everything to know about the possibility of a massive nor'easter this weekend
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: As "Laverne & Shirley" turns 50, remembering Worcester's own Big Ragoo
+Noon: Knox Train 250th celebrations at Old Sturbridge Village and Worcester
+Noon: Listen Up: Seeing "Faces" with Worcester rapper Ghost of the Machine
+Noon: Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-Worcester couple convicted of sex trafficking relative sentenced to prison
-Town Fair Tire wants to take over former Fortin's Market (and Dollar Tree) on West Boylston Street
-3-story apartment building proposed for Worcester’s Millbury Street
-TV food personality Alton Brown is set to return to Worcester in April
-Mystery on Main Street: Catacombs under downtown Worcester
-Mike Benedetti: Worcester City Council agenda preview
-Groups announce event supporting Etel Haxhiaj at prosecutor’s office
-Worcester schools outline A.I. approach after committee discussion
-A week after intentional crash into headquarters, Shrewsbury police recovering
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet ranks Worcester restaurant among Great 8 Steakhouses (5:41)
-ICYMI: Study in frustration: Trial parking ban gets F from Roosevelt School parents
-Auburn boy writes, illustrates children’s book
-UMass Medical School rural health scholars lead culinary workshops at local senior center
-Lakeside demolition clears way for new affordable homes
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Community meeting Tuesday about plan for M.B.T.A. Communities Act
-No school Tuesday; trash pickup delayed a day; snow emergency through 10 a.m. Tuesday
-Lamoureux Ford welcomes Jeff Tripp from Sunnyside Motors (1:44)
-12-year-old cellist from Holden competes as semifinalist in national competition
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): 2-hour delayed opening for Shrewsbury municipal buildings
-Leominster officials working hard to treat roads (2:26)
-Congressman Neal to have office hours today in Spencer
-Westminster man arrested for brake-checking Jeep on Route 2, rear-ending it & assaulting driver
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: "Flame-broiled riffs": Treaty Oak Revival set for DCU Center
-Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins, members of Kiss and more get into Songwriters Hall of Fame
>OPINION: Giselle Rivera-Flores: Art as Action — Supporting L.U.C.E. Worcester
-Worcester Business Journal editorial: Every community should adopt the small business tax break
-Unity Radio's Talking Wellness (58:37): Nikai Bannister, C.E.O., Evolve Her Enterprises; Founder, She Did That
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:57): The dismissal of Worcester's director of veterans services
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to man who owned and operated several pizza shops in Worcester
>SPORTS: Fans welcome Patriots home after AFC Championship win in Denver (2:35)
-Patriots Will Campbell on what it means to go to Super Bowl (:31)
-Refs admit second critical mistake on Broncos' backward pass call
-Celtics beat Portland, 102-94 (2:05). Article
-Holy Cross women's hockey team moves up to No. 13 in latest poll
-Holy Cross' Emily Crovo named Hockey East Player of the Week
-Worcester hockey alumni 2025-26 highlights, NHL Week 16
>NATIONAL: Court examines social media harm to teens
-Border Patrol commander, agents to leave Minneapolis, source says
-Tragic: Father allegedly kills baby daughter
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass. continuing to lay new gas pipes despite goal to phase out (4:14)
-Mother accused of killing her 3 children sues medical providers (:59)
>COLLEGES: Annual Math Madness draws hundreds of schoolchildren to cheer on Worcester State women’s basketball
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 destinations that experience 24-hour darkness in winter
-How in-flight entertainment has changed over the decades
>BUSINESS: Worcester Business Journal's Movers & Shakers
-LPL Financial Research: The productivity advantage: Powering economic growth in 2026
-Central Mass. business by the numbers
>HOMES: Heating expert shares advice on keeping your furnace running
>HEALTH: Local doctor reacts to new federal dietary guidelines (1:37)
>TV/STREAMING: Kelly Clarkson's talk show is expected to end after this season
>MOVIES: George Clooney slams Quentin Tarantino over "cruel" Paul Dano remarks
>CELEBRITY: Elizabeth Olsen says sisters Mary-Kate and Ashley were "forced" to support her
-"The Blind Side" actor Quinton Aaron "fighting for his life" after falling at home
>ANIMALS: Dog raises a baby squirrel and gains a B.F.F. for life (4:31)
>HISTORY: Bicycle racer Marshall Walter "Major" Taylor was known as the "Worcester Whirlwind"
>GOOD NEWS: MrBeast surprises 12-year-old boy with custom bionic arm in Texas
-Meanwhile, in Austria, researchers document first case of a cow using a tool
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