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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:31). High of 57 in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Zoning board delays vote on family temporary housing at Whitmarsh Ave. after neighbor backlash
+6:00: Rob Halloran, longtime Worcester firefighter, dies after cancer battle
+6:00: Man charged with murder in connection with 2013 killing of Fitchburg 5-year-old
+6:00: In quick session, Worcester councilors take up police drones and litter
+6:00: Holy Cross announces men’s basketball coaching staff
+Noon: Worcester's notable college graduates: Here's the list from Goddard to Fauci
+Noon: Radio Worcester (15:25): Mayor Joe Petty talks Ed Augustus, housing, homelessness, budget, Polar Park and more
+Noon: Salisbury Singers, Daily Special join forces for "Barbershop"
+Noon: Writing Lines: Literary events go live, virtual in Worcester area
+Noon: Last Call: Alana Reed, photographer
-Worcester police looking for missing 16-year-old
-Popular Downtown Worcester restaurant expands to 7 days a week
-Oxford police: Shawn O'Connell, man shot by officer, was charging in "a full sprint"
-Worcester tunnel to close until September for construction
-U.S. Attorney Rachael Rollins to resign after Justice Department ethics probe
-Related: Rollins' resignation won’t affect federal investigation into Worcester Police Department
-In Worcester, more than 1,500 job seekers visit MassHire job fair looking for work
-Some housing activists disappointed with Gov. Healey's choice of Ed Augustus for housing secretary
-Earlier: Healey chooses Augustus for housing secretary
-Related: Media Nation: Augustus, Healey’s choice as housing secretary, "won" a 2022 New England Muzzle Award
-Related: Bill Shaner: How to really show you don’t care about affordable housing
-Worcester to get first "green" street. Here's what it means
>FOOD: Stop & Shop to eliminate single-use plastic bags, charge 10 cents for paper bags
-ICYMI: W.P.D. asks for public's help finding 15-year-old runaway
-Drone video above DCU Center prior to Zach Bryan concert (1:22)
-Auburn man indicted in Stafford Street crash that killed 5-year-old girl
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Forensic Science Roadshow at Gale Free Library on Thursday
-Annual Town Meeting (2:04:31)
-Wachusett Regional freshman places first at State Science Fair
-More than just great coffee at Brilla (:36)
-Lamoureux Ford has some amazing cars you would not expect (1:25)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Rabid fox captured in Leicester, will be taken for testing
-Recount flips Millbury Housing Authority seat
-Millbury town meeting passes building moratorium
-Citizens’ petition regarding Beal out of order at Town Meeting
-Clinton Parks and Rec has short, volatile meeting
-Wachusett area public safety logs
-Fitchburg school uses training device to help students with disabilities — but fears loosing it
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Taylor Swift ticket scams are running rampant. Here's an example
-Blues and rock veteran Paul Nelson set for Worcester appearance
-Donate to attend the Abby's House annual Spring-Tacular at Hanover Theatre
-Worcesteria: At Donker Farm, chicks rule, but bees are a-pollen
-Shaun Connolly: My Dad's Eulogy
-WCCA-TV's Tech Safe No. 5 (28:29): Inroads In Rutland
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 382 (28:02): Barrett & McCarthy pt.2
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who served in the Worcester District Court Clerk’s office for more than 40 years
>SPORTS: Red Sox beat Mariners, 9-4
-WooSox top IronPigs, 9-4
-Win 2 tickets to the WooSox, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-Central Mass. Athletic Directors Association baseball and softball tournament brackets released
-Central Mass. Athletic Directors Association boys' and girls' lacrosse tournament brackets released
>CARS: The all new all electric Ariya has arrived at Bertera Nissan! (5:43)
>NATIONAL: 12-year-old Texas boy arrested after fatal shooting at Sonic restaurant
-Witness says man shot 3 people, killing 1, in dispute over $4 in Detroit
-Tragic: 26 people die in fiery crash of freight truck and passenger van in northern Mexico
>NEW ENGLAND: Man dies after being burned in fire outside Cape Cod home
-Lakeville store clerk, her boyfriend indicted in scheme to claim stolen $3 million lottery ticket
>HOMES: 10 most expensive homes sold in Worcester County, May 7th to 14th
>HEALTH: Cancer drugs among top 5 most affected by shortages in the U.S.
-A.I. may help shorten workouts to 20 minutes and still unlock "fountain of youth"
>BUSINESS: W.B.J.'s Movers & Shakers for May 15th
-Nearly all of the WooSox biggest corporate sponsors have renewed their deals, some through 2030
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria Senior Spotlight with Callie Bucchino
-Clark Commencement speaker: Challenge facing this year’s graduates echoes an earlier time in America
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 10 places to spend a long weekend in the U.S.
>SHOPPING: 21 best Amazon Memorial Day sales
>TV/STREAMING: Disney+ and Hulu to be combined into “1-app experience” by end of 2023
>MOVIES: Netflix summer movie release dates
>CELEBRITY: Martha Stewart makes history on Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover
>ANIMALS: Worcester area adoptable pets -- Cats, dogs and more
>HISTORY: Main Street in Worcester looking north
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Umpire pulls child out of dust devil during youth baseball game
-Meanwhile, in Colorado, family finds new house infested with snakes
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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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