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In The News
-Latest weather: Severe thunderstorms possible this afternoon, high of 86 in Worcester
+6:00: Updated: Moose in Worcester's Main South hit by car, wanders away and then captured safely (1:59). Video (:42). Gallery (12 photos)
+6:00: Clinton man who smuggled cocaine through Logan in wheelchair gets 7 years for receiving kilo in mail
+6:00: Blackstone police seek to identify armed robbery suspect
+6:00: Radio Worcester's Worcester Wednesday with Mayor Petty (11:36): WPS violence, police, transportation and COVID
+6:00: Listen Up: Ricky Duran, Oompa join Blue Light Bandits on new album
+6:00: Last Call with Nick Noble, host of WICN's "Folk Revival"
+6:00: Yellow Tulip Project photo exhibit at ValleyCast mental illness stigma
+12:30: Worcester Ranked Among 5 Worst Cities for Burger Fans
+12:30: WPI student launches breakfast stand to address food insecurity throughout Worcester
+12:30: 5 Things You Need To Know Today In Worcester - September 15th
-In District 5 Worcester City Council race, Etel Haxhiaj and Gregory Stratman advance to Nov. general election
-Richard Cipro tops District 1 preliminary contest; will challenge incumbent Sean Rose on November ballot
-Worcester's search for new school superintendent begins
-Killer of 2-year-old Worcester girl seeks parole, won't fight deportation
-"The world’s biggest heart": Family says Marine veteran stabbed during Worcester brawl was trying to help
-Earlier: Person stabbed in face during Canal District brawl, man facing assault to murder, mayhem charges
-One of Worcester's oldest barrooms is for sale at a discount
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
-School threat meant for Quincy sparks fear, investigation in Worcester
-Radio Worcester (14:05): City Manager Ed Augustus talks school violence & SROs, COVID & vaccinations and police body cams
-Worcesteria: Maybe there IS a wrong way to commemorate the Rolling Stones' legendary show
-EcoTarium in Worcester postpones "Night at the Museum" gala because of rise in COVID cases
-First Person: The Library of Disposable Art — Wade Whimsies
-ICYMI: Local landlords are selling their properties to investors amid rental nonpayments
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Wyman-Gordon land in Grafton will be developed for new warehouse
-Leicester voters approve funds to buy Becker College campus
-"Where’s Waldo?" featured in massive corn maze in Sterling
-Water shut off in part of Holden because of Western States water main replacement
-Sutton Select Board agrees to tax breaks for Unified Global development plans
-Artist surprises girlfriend with marriage proposal at Showcase Cinemas in Millbury
-Enter to win 2 tickets to a WooSox game, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-High-Fives: Highlighting the top performances and big games from Tuesday's high school sports
-Cars: It's still summer at Bertera Nissan (3:03)
-RV rentals and sales, including at Fuller RV in Boylston, are shaking up the travel industry
-National: Fight at Florida gender reveal leaves father shot
-Mom reunited with missing daughter who was abducted in 2007
-New England: Marine Sergeant Johanny Rosario Pichardo laid to rest in Lawrence
-Gov. Baker explains why he activated National Guard to drive school buses
-Business: Amazon plans to hire another 125,000, paying them an average of $18 an hour
-Apple issues emergency software update over spyware threat to iPhones, other devices
-At the office: 6 signs it's time to quit your job
-Colleges: Final day at QCC for add/drop for the fall semester is Wednesday
-At Holy Cross, conversation with Congressman McGovern on 9/11 and 20 Years of War in Afghanistan (1:35:20)
-Animals: Show off your best friend with Redemption Rock Brewery's dog calendar
-Food: Purchase chicken in last decade? You could be eligible for a payment
-History: Institute Park of yesteryear
-TV/Streaming: Steve Martin, Martin Short series on Hulu renewed for 2nd season
-Celebrity: Norm Macdonald, comedian and "Saturday Night Live" alum, dies at 61
-Homes: Cherry Valley Victorian features orchard, perennial gardens
-Shopping: Here’s everything Apple unveiled at its big iPhone event
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Georgia school custodian surprised with new car in viral video
-Meanwhile, in Germany, scientists potty train cows to use "MooLoo"
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)0
+6:00: Worcester to host 4 youth vaccine clinics that will raffle off $150 gift cards to sneaker shops in city
+12:30: Worcester Public Schools will be hosting vaccine clinics for students 12-19 years old
-UMass Memorial Hospital on "elevated alert" status after surge of new COVID patients
-Worcester behind in rates among communities of color compared to rest of the state
-Here's why your mask is overdue for an upgrade
-Schools will need vaccine mandates for in-person classes to last, expert says
-COVID-19 cases returned along with students to Grafton schools
-Massachusetts ranked the most vaccinated state in U.S.
-ICYMI: Massachusetts parents push for remote learning option for some students
-Mass. officials report 1,453 new cases, 24 additional deaths as positivity rate ticks up to 2.3 percent
-When will booster shots be widely available in Massachusetts?
-It may take "many, many" more vaccine mandates to end the pandemic, Dr. Fauci says
-Tragic: Couple died of COVID-19 weeks apart, orphaning 5 young children including a newborn
-COVID-19 cases climbing, wiping out months of progress
In The News
>WEATHER: Last day of oppressive heat, high feels like 95 to 100 today in Worcester
-Cooling centers open today in Worcester; water available
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Mass. names Worcester 1 of 78 Housing Choice Communities
+6:00: Here's when Disney on Ice will skate into Worcester
+6:00: Bill Ballou on baseball
+Noon: Camels as pets? Meet Phil and RJ of Grafton
+Noon: Old Sturbridge Village to host Redcoats and Rebels for 250th anniversary
+Noon: Texas country band Flatland Cavalry heading to Indian Ranch in Webster
+Noon: Listen Up: Chill out for summer with Caylin Costello, D-Tension songs
+Noon: Last Call: Catherine Zebrowski, writer and musician
-13-year-old girl reported missing in Worcester
-U.S. News: UMass Memorial Medical Center is a top Mass. hospital, best in Worcester
-Can you help Worcester police ID these road-rage suspects?
-2 Shrewsbury men arrested in Boston prostitution sting
-Community rallies to help Leicester girl, hospitalized for year with cancer, celebrate birthday
-Algae treatment planned for Coes Reservoir, Indian Lake on Thursday
-Worcester school jobs saved as administration releases education funding
-Worcester elderly apartments sold for $17 million
-More body camera footage released of Eureka Street I.C.E. incident. Here's what it shows
-What's the best way to enjoy summer in Worcester County? Vote in round 3
-5 places to get out on the water in Central Mass. this summer
-Worcester African Festival returns for third year
-Interested in becoming a Worcester Police Officer? (:47)
-Radio Worcester (22:34): Commissioner Rob Antonelli on Worcester’s parks progress, priorities and planning
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:21): When immigration enforcement meets local politics
>DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): Nan Xiang Express set to come to Shrewsbury
-ICYMI: Good Samaritan helps out driver in Worcester crash
-Downtown Worcester apartments at center of CitySquare redevelopment sold for $122 million
-2 Central Mass. women die in Old Orchard Beach, Maine camper explosion (2:15). Article
-"My baby!": Newly released body cam video shows new insight into Worcester I.C.E. arrest
-Worcester police arrest 3 juveniles after gun found in car
-Millbury police arrest 3 Worcester men in separate thefts
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Eagle Lake still closed for swimming
-Long term employees make Lamoureux Ford special (3:50)
-This week's road closure and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): bankHometown consolidating Webster branches
-Clinton man accused of using pudding barcode taped around finger to steal $40 of groceries
-Item photos: Young "royals" get ready for Fancy Nancy Tea Party
-Drive-throughs targeted in West Boylston as new Dunkin's gets variance
-Lancaster administrator sets directions for now
-Shrewsbury High’s Chemistry Club brings science to elementary schools
-Spencer Selectmen talk evaluation, criteria for E.M.S. request for proposals
-Former Templeton administrator warns select board of 9C cuts, hiring woes, and out-of-class pay risks
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 8 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Worcester writers bring the drama in summer showcase
-Destiny's Child reunites onstage for first time in 7 years at Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" finale
-Hanover Theatre takes over full management of the J.M.A.C.
-W.S.C. Stay Connected (1:01:31): A Tribute to the Beatles by the Hip Swayers, Stomp N' Holler, Hit the Bus
>OPINION: Worcesteria: How low can it go? Dry spell dries up Elm Park's ponds
-Margaret Smith: For a Catholic fan, Ozzy's life and lyrics strike a holy note
-What's Up Worcester's Minute with Meagan (15:24): Jenny Gaul, Executive Director, Joy of Music Program (JOMP)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a Worcester native who ran a home daycare for over 20 years
>SPORTS: Christian Gonzalez injury to sideline Patriots cornerback for "a bit"
-How Kayshon Boutte has impressed so far at Patriots training camp
-Red Sox beat Twins, 8-5
-Bravehearts beat New Britain, 3-2 . Next home game: 6:30 Wednesday. Buy tickets here
-Holy Cross Athletics (1:57): Get to know Coach Bryan Robbat
-WooSox beat IronPigs, 7-5
-King of the Court basketball tournament debuts at Worcester parks
>NATIONAL: 8.8-magnitude earthquake sends tsunami into coasts of Russia, Japan and Alaska
-Ghislaine Maxwell will plead the Fifth in House testimony — unless demands are met: defense lawyer
-ChatGPT passes the "I'm not a robot" test — a "terrifying" step toward developing a mind of its own
>TRAGIC: Toddler dies after "slipping" from dad’s arms on water slide
>NEW ENGLAND: Powerful moment for Mass. family who was forced to live in park (2:16). Article
-Intruder bathed, slept, ate & stole while Boston family was away on vacation (3:45)
>COLLEGES: Q.C.C. president pushes for faculty pay hikes
-WPI researcher tackles water treatment woes with battery tech
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Inside the "arms race" to win the new luxury cruise ship market
>BUSINESS: Highlights from A.A.R.P.'s 99 ways to save money (1:46)
-LPL Financial Research: Economy in uncharted waters
-Report: Small size of Mass. sports betting industry limiting opportunities for minorities, women and veterans
>SHOPPING: When do Spirit Halloween stores open this year? Here's our guess
>HEALTH: Police, doctors warn of e-bike dangers as use skyrockets in Mass.
-Researchers say some artificial sweeteners could impact brain (:53)
-COVID barely detectable in wastewater, but is it time to celebrate? (2:15). Article
>FOOD: Greek Chicken Salad Bowls
>TV/STREAMING: Robin Roberts reveals why she’s been absent from "GMA"
>MOVIES: 40 best needle drops in movies of all time
>CELEBRITY: Tom Cruise, Ana de Armas attend Oasis show — after band roasted actor
-Justin Baldoni breaks social media silence to celebrate milestone with wife amid Blake Lively legal battle
>ANIMALS: 14-year-old dog dumped at shelter gets a ton of new siblings (1:40)
>HISTORY: Then & Now: Grafton Street, Worcester
>GOOD NEWS: Woman found alive 9 months after vanishing near Death Valley
-Meanwhile, in New Hampshire, polite black bear stuns homeowners after ringing doorbell before exploring hot tub
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