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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:43). High of 87 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester home invasion victims clobbered with kitchen pan, 4 busted
+6:00: DoHo Cafe doughnut bar expands Doughnut Homies to Worcester’s Midtown Mall
+6:00: Bud Light offers $15 beer rebates for Fourth of July weekend amid boycott, declining sales
+Noon: TGIF! Check Dining Out and Bars & Bands before making plans
+Noon: New movies and shows to watch this weekend
+Noon: New movies on demand: "Knights of the Zodiac," and more
+Noon: UPDATED: 20-year-old found injured after back-to-back shots ring out overnight in Worcester
+Noon: Fireworks over Worcester -- City holds Independence Day celebration
+Noon: Thaer Abdallah's paintings tell a story both personal and universal
-Meg's Journey (7:12): Holden resident and North High Assistant Principal Meg Milonopolous on her reaction to her cancer diagnosis
-Related: Fundraiser for Meg and her family
-Wexford House, Worcester landmark, to come back to life
-Manny Jae Media (38:51): What's going on at Nuestra? Hear from Natalie Rodriguez
-Earlier: Nuestra announces it's closing
-Jersey Mike’s Subs expected to open in Worcester this summer
-Man who murdered woman at Worcester restaurant gets life in prison. Article
-Lifeguard shortage threatens summer fun in Worcester (2:39)
-Worcester City Council urges reopening of Community Healthlink programs
-Radio Worcester (17:57): C.M.H.A. report reveals struggle to find affordable housing in Worcester
-Mass. Housing Partnership names Worcester a housing hero
-A post-pandemic LGBTQ+ "renaissance" in Worcester, driven by young people
-Worcester Regional Retirement Board C.E.O. Michael Sacco forced to resign
-TODAY! Worcester NAACP will lead reading of Frederick Douglass July 4th address
-Find July 4th fireworks around Worcester
-July 4 holiday travel forecast: When will traffic be worst? (1:21)
-ICYMI: Former Worcester Superintendent Maureen Binienda signs contract to lead Easthampton schools, starts Saturday
-Shortage of lifeguards forces Worcester to adjust schedules; Indian Lake Beach closed again
-Westborough police say Worcester man threatened to kill ex-girlfriend
-5 Johns busted in sting at Worcester hotels: W.P.D.
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Holden police arrest woman with active warrant for numerous motor vehicle violations
-Watch as Brilla Coffee travels 2,000 miles from Nicaragua to your cup (2:52)
-Holden police warn residents to lock their car doors
-Lamoureux Ford wins national award for 26th consecutive year (1:03)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): State police investigate death at Sterling Police Department (:20). Article
-Rutland man charged with defrauding addiction treatment nonprofit
-Imminent budget cuts to leave Dudley with 2 firefighters per shift
-Shrewsbury’s seniors honored by School Committee
-West Boylston police log June 19th to 25th
-Q&A: The vintage farmhouse vibe in Webster
-Bay Path principal retires after 51 years in school's community
-Oxford's Geoffrey Esper looks to upset Joey Chestnut at July Fourth Nathan's hot dog contest
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Friday
-Jazzed Up gigs Friday and Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Weezer, Kate Willett, Micky Dolenz and more to rock your week
-Worcester Walks: Fowler Brook Trail, a "gorges" overlook
-First Person: To fight climate change, an urban forest must take root
-Sounds of summer: Traveler's tales and more
-Shaun Connolly: Bad Advice
-WCCA-TV's Close to Home No. 550 (28:17): Pieta Support Group, Part 2
-WCCA-TV's Chandler Chat No. 387 (28:18): Mass Academy Math & Science
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who owned a beauty salon on Park Ave. for years
>SPORTS: 4 under-the-radar breakout candidates for the Patriots in 2023
-Bravehearts erupt for 14 runs in 5th to beat Westfield. Next home game: 6:30 p.m. Friday
-Bravehearts Alumni Weekend set for July 28th to 30th
-WooSox sweep Buffalo in doubleheader
-Area athletes honored at Central Mass. High School Sports Awards
>CARS: The all new all electric Ariya has arrived at Bertera Nissan! (5:43)
-NATIONAL: Local college leaders discuss Supreme Court affirmative action ruling
-Deputy acquitted of all charges for failing to act during deadly Parkland school shooting
-Tragic: 5 teens killed when car crashes, submerges into Florida pond
>NEW ENGLAND: Proposed bottle redemption law changes would up deposit to $0.10
>COLLEGES: 2 Anna Maria graduates return as adjunct professors
-Worcester State gallery seeks artist entries for juried Pride exhibit this fall
>SHOPPING: Overstock.com to relaunch Bed Bath & Beyond website
>BUSINESS: Local bank C.E.O. announces retirement
-W.B.J. editorial -- We’re not out of the woods yet
-M.B.I. launches $6 million capital campaign for new Pilot Biomanufacturing Center
>HEALTH: Diet Coke sweetener Aspartame is "possible carcinogen": leaked report
-First A.I.-generated drug enters human clinical trials, targeting chronic lung disease patients
>FOOD: Oranges could be in short supply this summer after weather damages Florida's crops
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The best European rivers to cruise
>HOMES: 10 most expensive and least expensive homes sold in Worcester County, June 18th to 24th
>TV/STREAMING: "The Bachelorette" contestants -- Meet the men vying for Charity Lawson's heart
>MOVIES: Michael Douglas, son filming movie in Western Mass: Reports
>CELEBRITY: Toby Keith shares update on stomach cancer battle
>ANIMALS: Dog hiding under an old bed had a surprise (:58)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Trapped kitten rescued after 4 days underneath house
-Meanwhile, in Las Vegas, airport traveler wins $1.3 million jackpot on slot machine
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:32). High of 60 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Police investigating after man shot near Fitchburg State
+6:00: Tri-axle dump truck rollover shuts down road in Sutton
+6:00: Worcester unveils major redesign for busy College Street
+6:00: 168 students, staff honored at Worcester schools Special Education Celebration Of Success
+6:00: Worcester Public Schools Superintendent Message (1:42): Start of the fourth quarter
+6:00: Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:54): 5 big issues Worcester is talking about right now
+Noon: Mass. Pike traffic after semi crash on I-495 in Westborough
+Noon: State Police lieutenant back in court on perjury charge in Worcester recruit’s death
+Noon: Ex-Worcester food bank C.E.O. McMurray to receive social justice award
+Noon: "Handmaid's Tale" author Margaret Atwood to speak at Holy Cross
+Noon: A new arts epicenter: Creative Hub Worcester set to open at long last
+Noon: Last Call: Samantha Bucci, poet and poetry slam organizer
+Noon: First Person: For Joe Fusco Jr., remembering Mom brings laughs, stings
-Q.C.C. police officer has certification suspended after domestic violence charges filed
-Curtis Sliwa visits Worcester, and can't resist "glazing" local diner
-Think Derek Herman loves Worcester? He has the tattoos to prove it
-Could the old Dive Bar spot be pouring drinks again?
-When will the Denholm building be torn down? Developer agrees to timeline
-Inside the state's biggest office-to-residential conversion in Worcester (2:30)
-Worcester City Manager proposes $1.4 million tax break for housing project by Polar Park
-See compensation for all 8,363 City of Worcester employees
-Rift with Pope Leo "really unprecedented," says Holy Cross religious studies professor (2:42). Article
-Related: Worcester bishop issues statement
-How Audra Doody of Safe Exit Initiative is helping to change our world
-Worcester County Wonders: Setting the Revolution record straight
-Aislinn Doyle: April 16th School Committee meeting agenda preview
-Worcester Public Schools to hold April 15th community forum on school boundary and quadrant alignment project
>DINING OUT: The Broadway Restaurant
-ICYMI: Vigil held for 10-year-old killed by car in Webster (2:19). Article
-Related: Driver in fatal Webster crash was arrested week before for drug possession, police say (1:49)
-Before reporting to prison for hacking, former Assumption student from Sterling thanks F.B.I. for arresting him (3:25). Article
-No one in truck that was found in Leicester pond, police say (:20). Article
-"They’re lucky to be alive": 3 people hospitalized after tree crushes pickup truck in Princeton
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo: Project Adventure – not just a physical workout
-Longtime customer praises Lamoureux Ford (3:29)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Train hits vehicle at Clinton railroad crossing (:23)
-Overdose leads to 21-day suspension for Webster Boosters Club
-Barre firefighters respond to residential fire on Oak Street
-Another Oxford leader heads to Canton as Gifford named deputy chief
-Southbridge council denies Open Meeting Law claims, refers complaints to counsel
-Man charged after breaking into ex-girlfriend’s Leominster apartment through window
-Construction alert from the Millbury D.P.W.
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Usher and Chris Brown announce tour, including August stop at Gillette Stadium
-Des Rocs to play Worcester in lead up to new album release
-Listen Up: Worcester musician Sam Femino eyes social media in new song
-Remembering "Voice of Clannad" Moya Brennan
-Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announces 2026 inductees
>OPINION: Michael Garand: Why banking local means investing in Worcester's future
-What's Up Worcester's Minute with Meagan (13:17): Heather Cassani, owner, Wattson Home Solutions
-Unity Radio Unity in the Community (57:47): Michael Goldstein, owner, Empire Loan
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who taught in the Worcester Public Schools for more than 35 years
>SPORTS: NFL reporter Dianna Russini resigns from The Athletic after photos with Mike Vrabel
-Related: Read Russini's full resignation letter
-No tailgating at Gillette Stadium during World Cup
-Celtics superlatives and awards: Most improved, biggest surprise and more
-Bruins beat Devils, 4-0
-Red Sox lose to Twins, 6-0
-Bravehearts announce Fireworks Friday dates
-Holy Cross names Scott Black assistant men’s soccer coach
-Coach Jon Ladino announces 2030 Holy Cross softball signing class
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox lose to Nashville, 9-4
-33 Worcester runners set for Boston Marathon
>CARS: Ford C.E.O. Jim Farley warns Chinese car sales in U.S. would be "devastating"
>NATIONAL: Frightening new Yellowstone study sparks eruption fears
-Doctor accused of fatally removing organ from patient arrested for botched operation
-Tragic: Couple abused their 6 children, kept boy in dog kennel: officials
>NEW ENGLAND: Elderly homeowner trapped with "tenant from hell" (1:09)
-FedEx driver struck, killed by alleged drunken driver in Vermont, police say
>COLLEGES: Worcester State Professor Andrew Burkhardt connects Goddard’s legacy to modern discoveries
-Holy Cross President Rougeau on Commencement, leadership updates, the job market and more
-A.I. salon at Assumption brings students, faculty, staff and industry voices together for a dynamic conversation
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Why Antarctica is unlike any other travel destination
-8 states where the weather forecast is always wrong
>BUSINESS: New Disney C.E.O. announces 1,000 job cuts via email
-LPL Financial Research: The economy takes multiple shocks in stride
-What to expect from an I.R.S. business audit
-Lack of motivation, rejection stalls job searches for millions of unemployed Americans: survey
>HEALTH: Deaths from a silent disease have quadrupled among young U.S. women, study shows
-Man undergoes experimental treatment to prevent A.L.S. (2:59)
-W.S.C. Stay Connected (44:48): Somatic movement, with Emily Konstan
>HOMES: Central Mass. real estate transfers
>SHOPPING: Get a refund on this recalled Sam’s Club Christmas decoration
>FOOD: How good are the Polar Seltzer Summer flavors? (2:13)
>TV/STREAMING: Meryl Streep to star in "The Corrections" limited series adaptation
>MOVIES: Trailer for "Insidious: Out of the Further" (2:34)
>CELEBRITY: Alec Baldwin talks "Rust" prosecution health toll, retiring on podcast
-"Lost" star Matthew Fox reveals why he walked away from Hollywood at height of his stardom
>ANIMALS: Mama dog dumped at shelter walks herself into a better life (2:04)
>HISTORY: Abandoned "ghost towns" are scattered across Massachusetts
>GOOD NEWS: Mass. "sewer singer" gains TikTok fame for underground opera performances (2:31)
-Meanwhile, in Canada, video shows confused beaver wandering into store, getting stuck behind automatic doors
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