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>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:38). High of 70 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+7:00: Worcester water, sewer rates rising for 2024 fiscal year
+7:00: Out to Lunch festival series returns to Worcester Common
+7:00: Ryan McKenna, only survivor of 2022 East Brookfield crash, leaves rehab after 272 days
+Noon: W.P.D. asks for help IDing woman wanted in bank larceny
+Noon: Retiring North High, Burncoat principals reflect on career lessons learned
+Noon: Six Things To Do: Miss Massachusetts, "Rock of Ages," She's Busy ...
+Noon: Art in the Park returns to Elm Park with outdoor sculpture exhibit
-No public funds to rebuild Worcester building where 4 died
-Earlier: Owner of Worcester apartment building where 4 died seeks public funds for rebuild
-Worcester-area rents rising, putting homes out of reach: Report
-Earlier: $1,625 for fair market 2-bedroom rental in Worcester area: Report
-Khrystian King will run for mayor of Worcester this year
-School Committee member Sue Mailman wants to change the pay rate for School Committee members
-Worcester’s got skin in Allston Pike rebuild, say business leaders
-Worcester Public Library branches switch hours for summer
-In Worcester court, guardsman Jack Teixeira pleads not guilty in document case (:27)
-Worcester man sentenced for role in attempted Rockland robbery
-Worcester police to hold promotion ceremony Thursday
-ICYMI: Carlos Asencio guilty of first degree murder in stabbing at O'Connor's Restaurant (1:13)
-Related: "Some justice" — Amanda Dabrowski’s family reacts to guilty verdict
-I-190 lane closures in Worcester all week during construction
-Worcester ranked 37th best run city in the U.S.
-Worcester schools celebrate the last day of classes
-Phantom Gourmet visits area restaurant (5:15)
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): A new face in the Wachusett Auto Department -- Spotlight on Mr. Baker
-Watch as Brilla Coffee travels 2,000 miles from Nicaragua to your cup (2:52)
-Reduce stress at Lavender Farm Fest in Holden
-Lamoureux Ford wins national award for 26th consecutive year (1:03)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Family mourns 28-year-old "playful father" killed in Dudley crash
-Investigation into Berlin home explosion, fire points to propane leak, fire marshal says
-Jennifer LaMontagne named interim Clinton Middle School principal
-Sidney Adams awarded $1,500 scholarship by Friends of Shrewsbury Public Library
-Millbury's Nick Kolifrath suits up twice for all-star games, following football with baseball
-Leominster man killed in crash in Rhode Island
-Hudson man, 77, dies after van crashes into New Hampshire bridge: Police
-Hudson fire station "uninhabitable" after lightning strike
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Thursday
-Jazzed Up Duo at Val's this Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Writing Lines: Lifting voices at Worcester literary events
-Historical Museum recognized for women's suffrage centennial
-DCU Center in process of replacing all seats
-Listen Up: Death Over Simplicity brings emotional depth to new tracks
-Chamber of Commerce: Polar Park's success is plain to see
-WCCA-TV's Senior Speak No. 902 (28:31): Worcester City Council candidate Maydee Morales
-WCCA-TV's Human Touch No. 71 (28:10): Third World Challenges
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former Worcester assistant city manager
>SPORTS: Celtics finalizing blockbuster Kristaps Porzingis 3-team trade after first deal collapsed
-Twins beat Red Sox, 5-4
-Bravehearts fall in ninth, 7-5. Next home game: 6:30 p.m. Thursday
-North High boys' basketball state champs honored at Union Station ceremony
-WooSox shut out Lehigh Valley, 5-0
-Win 2 tickets to the WooSox, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-U.S. women's team announces World Cup roster led by Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan
>CARS: The all new all electric Ariya has arrived at Bertera Nissan! (5:43)
-NATIONAL: Titanic tourist sub runs out of oxygen
-Tornadoes tear through northern Texas town, killing 3
-Tragic: Bear mauls, kills man drinking his morning coffee
>NEW ENGLAND: Thousands of fireworks seized so far in annual Mass. operation
-Mass. A.G. warns of R.M.V. scams as new law implemented July 1st
>COLLEGES: Nichols alumnus commits $100,000 to support local scholarships
-Q.C.C. Respiratory Therapist Program wins national award
>BUSINESS: Food Hub celebrates graduation of Diverse Entrepreneurs Program
-Fed’s Jerome Powell says more rate hikes are likely this year
>SHOPPING: Amazon Prime Day -- Dates, early deals and what to expect
>HEALTH: A daily aspirin may lead to anemia in older adults, study says
-UMass Medical School (22:57): UMass Medical School experts discuss gut microbiome’s role in health
>FOOD: Dunkin' Salted Caramel Cold Brew returns for summer
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The most secluded beaches around the world
>HOMES: Stink bugs are chewing through gardens: What to do
>TV/STREAMING: "American Horror Story's" Ryan Murphy leaving Netflix for Disney
>MOVIES: Jennifer Lawrence "born to do hard R comedies": "Sweet spot"
>CELEBRITY: Adele told Sylvester Stallone "no deal" on buying L.A. mansion without Rocky statue
>ANIMALS: Worcester area adoptable pets of the week -- Meet Buttons and more
>HISTORY: Old South Church in Worcester
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Eagle Scouts save swimmer after suffering heart attack
-Meanwhile, in Illinois, hungry bear breaks into truck looking for dog food
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:29). High of 77 today in Worcester
>THE DEATH OF KURT SOLOMON AND SEARCH FOR KAREN SOLOMON
-Where is Karen Solomon? Search enters another day (1:44). Article
-First H.E.L.P. issues statement amid search for Karen Solomon, the nonprofit's founder
-Karen Solomon timeline: Surveillance, cellphone ping and 3 days searching Coes Pond
-If Coes Pond produces nothing, search for Karen Solomon could shift from water recovery to fugitive hunt
-True Crime Report (Steve Huff): The Hunt for Karen Solomon and "True Crime Brain"
-Earlier: Arrest warrant issued for Karen Solomon as Worcester police reveal 1 new detail
-Earlier: Funeral plans announced for Kurt Solomon amid ongoing search for Karen
-Earlier: Radio transmissions show Karen called to report husband's death
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Area woman avoids prison for stealing $110K of dead person's benefits
-Shooting suspect at Worcester County Jail extradited to Arizona
-Primary foes Mary Keefe, Ron Waddell clash over experience, criminal justice issues
-Related: 15th Worcester District debate Wednesday: Mary Keefe vs. Ron Waddell
-UMass Medical School professors: Quitting alcohol changes the brain and can increase the risk of compulsive drinking – new research in mice
-The monkey wrench was invented in Worcester
-Advocates rally to protect S.N.A.P. recipients in Central Mass.
-Worcester to hold Overdose Awareness Day event at City Hall Plaza
-Here's the first day of school at all Worcester County public districts
-Aislinn Doyle: WPS in Brief for August
-Worcester Guardian Week in Review
>DINING OUT: Table Hoppin': Sandwiches, cannoli a draw at Sturbridge's Mangia Bene
-NOLA Cajun Kitchen brings New Orleans to Central Mass.
-ICYMI: Worcester biomedical company receives U.S.D.A. warning over injured, killed lab primates
-Former City Councilor appointed to key city board, despite open investigation
-Area business owner delivering free treats to children (3:15)
-Defendant in 2012 Worcester killing faces jail-assault charges
-Amazon may start drone deliveries in and around Worcester
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden Bandstand Concert Series 6 to 8 Sunday
-Russ Parker from Holden loves Lamoureux Ford (3:04)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Traffic advisory Monday in Auburn
-Grafton principal appointments raise questions on district policies
-Ribbon cutting Tuesday at Arrowwood Playground in Shrewsbury
-Webster woman arrested after erratic driving call leads police to suspected heroin, array of prescription drugs
-Running Out of Summer 5K returns to Spencer Rail Trail
-Southbridge schools announce open houses, early start to 2026-27 school year
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Sunday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Get The Led Out, Elle King, Brody Bett, Jubilee Gardens
-Pulse Magazine's Weekend Guide (:20)
-Maroon 5 free beach concert draws massive crowd in Narragansett
-Worcester Chamber Music Society presents "Autumn Winds" in Worcester and Harvard
-ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies at 77
>OPINION: Ray Mariano: Thoughts on upcoming Democratic primary
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Don’t save her
-WCCA-TV's Close To Home No. 608 (29:12): Domenic Mercurio Jr.
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:32): Worcester charter review and police oversight
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Kurt Solomon
>SPORTS: Patriots beat Eagles, 24-21
-Stock Up, Stock Down for Patriots’ young players vs. Eagles
-Red Sox beat Giants, 3-2
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox fall to Syracuse, 3-0
>NATIONAL: Traffic through Strait of Hormuz skyrockets nearly 400%
-Tragic: Conjoined twin girls, 2, die minutes after being separated following 5 grueling surgeries
>NEW ENGLAND: Connecticut cops shot, suspect dead after car chase
-Psychiatrist on Lindsay Clancy's medication history, extended interview (12:52)
-Radio Worcester (13:34): Why Seth Moulton says Massachusetts needs a new senator
>COLLEGES: WPI Podcast, Episode 42 (36:14): Student research | Mechanical and materials engineering
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 4 liquids you can bring through T.S.A. in any size
-Salt Barn on Cape Cod giving away $30,000 dream wedding (1:51)
>BUSINESS: American colleges are facing an enrollment crisis as young people turn to trades
-Second-largest Central Mass. human services nonprofit moving HQ to Marlborough
>HOMES: Worcester home sales climb as inventory falls in July
>HEALTH: How to help loved one struggling with depression or addiction (3:49)
>FOOD: Easy meals: Fast pasta with garlic and oil
-A beginner's guide to enjoying caviar (3:30)
>TV/STREAMING: Netflix wins "Sesame Street" movie rights
>MOVIES: "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" box office beats "Insidious" sequel, "Mutiny"
>CELEBRITY: Post Malone and Christy Lee are engaged: See the massive ring
-Animal Planet star Ed Cassano killed in hit-and-run while looking at snake
>ANIMALS: Rescued kitten helps dog heal after losing best friend (2:33)
>HISTORY: Author explains history of drinking during American Revolution (2:40)
>GOOD NEWS: Woman survives heart attack thanks to husband's C.P.R.
-Meanwhile, world's fastest motorized clog shoe exceeds 70 mph
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