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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:59). High of 35 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: 2-hour early release for Worcester Public Schools on Wednesday
+6:00: Nothing found as search for Brittany Tee renewed (1:23)
+6:00: Man convicted in murder of 25-year-old from Worcester
+6:00: Wachusett Mountain shut down for second day due to power outage (2:14)
+6:00: Worcesteria: For Artifakt Studios' Ryan Gardell, mural at DCF hits home
+Noon: State Police continue search for Brittany Tee
+Noon: Worcester parking ban lifted
+Noon: Radio Worcester (16:54): School Committee member Sue Mailman is running for re-election as an At-Large candidate
+Noon: Shrewsbury trash pickup delayed a day this week
+Noon: The nominees for the 95th Academy Awards
+Noon: Oscar snubs and surprises: Tom Cruise and Viola Davis are out, Paul Mescal and Ana de Armas are in
+Noon: WOOtenanny comedy series to host big-name comics
+Noon: Artist Spotlight: Daniel Danger
+Noon: Jazzed Up Trio marathon week of cool
+Noon: Patriots to reunite with Bill O’Brien as offensive coordinator
-2-hour delay on Tuesday for Worcester Public Schools
-Worcester superintendent explains what goes into calling a snow day
-Worcester declared parking ban in effect
-Heavy wet snow causes power outages in Worcester County (2:20)
-Man spins out on I-290, starts driving the wrong way, and then is killed in head-on crash
-Related: Dashcam video shows car driving wrong way on I-290 in Worcester moments before fatal crash (:23)
-A.G. puts renewed scrutiny on Peterson Oil over biodiesel, reaches additional settlement (pictured)
-Worcester man arrested on firearms, assault charges
-2 Worcester men arrested for drugs, gun after a dispute
-Blackstone Herbs and Martini Bar opens in Worcester offering food, drink flights, karaoke
-WRTA cutting bus routes, reducing trips due to "driver shortages"
-Drone hyperlapse of skating at the Worcester Common Oval (:30)
-Worcester ranked as one of top cities for STEM professionals in the county
-NEW! Unsolved: Worcester - "Stranged to Death and Dumped in the Street, Part 2". Video (19:30). Audio (21:07)
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
-Mike Benedetti: City Council preview -- Hunting, Community Preservation Committee
-Worcesteria: History's heart; seats take a stand for Black history
-Laurel: Happy Chinese New Year!
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to a man who worked at his father's service station and was a bartender at the Wexford House
-ICYMI: Worcester catalytic converter thefts have nearly tripled since 2020
-Retirement community again proposed for Salisbury Street in Worcester
-Drone video of Doherty Memorial High School construction (1:17)
-Architect designs around challenging former Fairway Beef site
See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Wachusett schools closed Tuesday
-Newell Road is currently closed due to a downed tree
-Brilla Coffee Roasters opens long-awaited new Holden location (1:06)
-Lamoureux Ford wants to beat the snow (1:31)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Car crashes into Shrewsbury pond amid wintry conditions
-Planning Board mulls Beal Commons parking, traffic studies
-Tantasqua student Maddie Lancour comes back stronger after losing sight
-Spencer-East Brookfield students hold shoe drive for people in need
-Grafton High School DECA earns national honors for chapter campaigns
-Grafton schools updating bullying prevention, response plan
-Learn "Myths and Miracles of Victorian Medicine"
-Pharmaceutical company to unveil Devens research center this month
>SPORTS: Magic beat Celtics, 113-98
-Bruins goalie Linus Ullmark broke NHL record that stood for 93 years
-Cara McCormack named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-Worcester Hockey Alumni 2022-23 highlights, NHL week 15
>CARS: Bertera has your winter car! (3:27)
-Save $500 on select F150's and RAM trucks in stock at North End Motor Sales
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATION/WORLD: Images show moment hero grabbed Monterey mass shooter's gun
-7 killed in 2 related shootings in Northern California
-Tragic: Elderly woman killed terminally ill husband as part of botched suicide pact: cops
>FOOD: These popular drinks "increase your risk of heart disease"
>NEW ENGLAND: Woman killed in Maine snowmobile crash
-Ice runway on Lake Winnipesaukee not opening for 2023 winter season
>BUSINESS: Here are the top 10 fastest-growing jobs in 2023, according to LinkedIn
-Workers are gravitating to sustainable companies
>HOMES: See all homes sold in Worcester County January 15th to 22nd
>SHOPPING: Solomon Pond Mall -- A dying mall overrun with scooters (27:42)
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria Scholarship Spotlight with Kayla Beer
-Quinsigamond C.C. President Luis G. Pedraja: New year brings promise of new beginnings
>HEALTH: New treatment for skin cancer available in Mass.
-Free COVID vaccinations on Wednesday: 11-5:30 at Worcester Public Library
>TV/STREAMING: Cate Blanchett Oscar hopeful "Tár" to debut on Peacock this month
>MOVIES: "Attack of the Killer Refrigerator": Worcester-made cult classic makes debut on Blu-ray
>CELEBRITY: Dolly Parton, Gloria Estefan, Cyndi Lauper and more release single for "80 for Brady" film
>ANIMALS: Golden Retriever gets surprised with a tiny puppy (3:04)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Woman, COVID & cancer survivor, celebrates 106th birthday
-Meanwhile, in Rhode Island, girl seeking proof of Santa asks police to test cookie for D.N.A.
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:37). High of 81 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Auburn man indicted in killing of 7-year-old years after child abuse conviction
-Worcester police seize untraceable gun in Canal District
-These Worcester kids get to see a World Cup game for free (2:06). Article
-Worcester's Ghanaian population out in force on common for World Cup
-Earlier: Immigrants from Ghana who now call Worcester home are galvanized by the World Cup
-Worcester residents urge city to rescue injured swan
-Part of 2018 Amy Schumer film was secretly shot at Worcester airport
-A troubled reflecting pool? Worcester saw its own shortcomings
-Today! Journalists to discuss business coverage in Worcester
-Free swim lessons return as Worcester opens pools, beaches
-Free summer eats return to Worcester for children and teens
-WuXi Biologics targets 2028 completion for Worcester facility
-Worcester council tackles Boylston Street safety concerns, duck crossings in super brief meeting
-Rent control question won’t be on the ballot in Mass. due to religious exemption
-Worcester Walks: Gorgeous grasslands await at Potter Hill Meadows
-18 new condos on Elm Street are for sale. Take a look inside
-Worcester parents form coalition to reduce screen time in schools
-Worcester Superintendent's end of the school year message (2:55)
-Aislinn Doyle: W.P.S. in Brief agenda preview for Thursday School Committee meeting
>DINING OUT: Why an upscale downtown Worcester restaurant is now open for Thursday lunches
-ICYMI: Mother mourns Clam Box worker killed in electric scooter crash on Route 9
-Earlier: Employee killed in crash outside Central Mass. restaurant
-Parole denied for man convicted in 1983 killing of Trooper George Hanna in Auburn
-Worcester prepares for Independence Day celebrations
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Senior Center closed Wednesday and Thursday
-Truck Day for kids 10 to noon Thursday
-Lamoureux Ford wins record 29th Ford President's Award (4:16)
-Participate in Vision Zero Survey
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Channel 5 Wake Up Call: Toy Town Elementary Drama Club (:34)
-Leominster man arrested for exposing himself to woman while urinating in handicap parking space at Cumberland Farms
-Updated details for Sturbridge's Semiquincentennial Celebration June 27th
-2 vacancies on Shrewsbury Planning Board
-Auburn Select Board delays town manager evaluation process
-Community Profile: Southbridge Junior Hoopers
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up (Duo) at Friday and Saturday at Val's in Holden
>SHOWTIME: Worcester is Lit: Reading "Ulysses" with a shout-out to Dublin revelers
-The Hidden Census traveling history exhibit comes to Worcester
-Summer reading recommendations for moms
-WCCA-TV's Video Jam No. 1382 (30:00): Olivia Rodrigo, The Ex-Bombers and more
>OPINION: Nicole Bell-Peña and Jillian Kearns: Sports events hike risk of sexual exploitation
-Manny Jae Media's 508 LIVE! (59:24): Special Guest Carter Valentine
-Unity Radio's The SuSanity Life (55:37): Ginnie Bonnici, co-founder, Peaceful Creations Wellness Center
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who worked at Holy Cross for 25 years
>SPORTS: Robert Kraft wants Patriots to play game in Scotland after Tartan Army's World Cup takeover
-Ranking the 25 most important Patriots for 2026: Nos. 20-16
-Celtics select Houston freshman Chris Cenac Jr. with 27th pick
-Red Sox beat Rockies, 5-2
-Bravehearts split doubleheader, 1-6 and 10-4
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox lose to Toledo, 4-1
-5 years to play 5 seasons: N.C.A.A. panel approves new eligibility rules
>NATIONAL: New Pentagon U.F.O. files show recurring glowing orbs (1:17)
-Mom accused of starving to death her 20-month-old daughter on just 250 calories a day
-Tragic: Boy, 3, drowns despite life vest -- because of 1 step missed
>NEW ENGLAND: Eighth grader dies month after being found unresponsive in pond (:25)
-Trooper charged with assault, wiretapping now part of gun probe (3:15)
-Court clears way for ballot question that would eliminate political party primaries in Mass.
>COLLEGES: WPI welcomes more than 5,000 during 3 consecutive weekends of robotics competitions
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 things you’re doing to attract pickpockets
-Use this hack to override your hotel’s thermostat
>BUSINESS: Oracle axes 21,000 jobs in massive layoff, A.I. replaces workers
-Do you trust A.I.? Almost every American says no and believes humans are more helpful: survey
-LPL Financial Research: Kevin Warsh could shake up the Fed
-Q&A with Munq: "My mom's resilience changed everything"
>SHOPPING: Radio Worcester (10:31): Prime Day scams are back
>HOMES: How long does it take to buy a house in Worcester in 2026?
>HEALTH: Antidepressant recalled over suspected carcinogen
>FOOD: MorningStar Farms recalls plant-based sausage products
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for new Netflix doc on Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova (1:53)
>MOVIES: Madonna: Biopic with Julia Garner fell apart over budget
>CELEBRITY: Amy Adams recalls helping bleeding man after neck stabbing
-Bikini-clad Lindsey Vonn shows off her injured leg on yacht
>ANIMALS: Tiny feral kitten rescued from highway helped family heal (2:10)
>HISTORY: Plumley Village 1971 (47:09)
>GOOD NEWS: Plumbers find ring dropped into toilet a decade earlier
-Meanwhile, on Nantucket, wild video shows fisherman wrestling with great white shark on beach
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