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>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:57). High of 83 today in Worcester
-New winter forecast for Mass. released
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: Worcester man accused of aiming gun at cops had "mental health crisis," attorney says
+5:00: Worcester Walks: Green Hill Park Farm a calm place for man and beast
+Noon: First of 5 new fire trucks arrives for Worcester Fire Department
+Noon: Worcester poet Richard Fox dies after battle with cancer
+Noon: "Rhythm 4 Ribbons" concert for low-income breast cancer patients
+Noon: Listen Up: A New England Halloween Playlist to haunt your holiday
-Worcester police looking for missing 17-year-old
-Allegations of discrimination and harassment roil Worcester Art Museum
-Former Worcester police officer arrested for firing gun during confrontation at McDonald's
-Worcester man arrested after firing gun into the air in front of police
-Worcester police robot: Interim chief says one would "benefit" city
-Video: Holden police ask for help IDing B&E suspect (pictured)
-Brendan Sargent to appear on "Jeopardy! Champions Tournament"
-Heywood Healthcare files for bankruptcy
-In Worcester, mobile clinic provides relief to residents struggling with addiction
-Mike Benedetti: Worcester City Council agenda preview — A short agenda
-Powerball jackpot soars to $1.2 billion – the largest of 2023 – after no winners in Monday night's drawing
>DINING OUT: Leicester diner owners open new restaurant on Worcester’s Restaurant Row
-ICYMI: Worcester police looking for missing 15-year-old girl
-Shrewsbury Fire Department knocks down home fire, rescues dog
-Hundreds walk in Worcester County Walk to End Alzheimer's
-"Silkies" hike raises awareness for veteran suicide
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett student "having a bad day" arrested after punching Holden officer
-Jefferson Mills in Holden opens its doors (3:51)
-Lamoureux Ford is your headquarters for the exciting BRONCO SPORT (1:47)
-October Among Friends newsletter
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Clinton, West Boylston search for D.P.W. directors
-TODAY! Haunted History program is Tuesday in Clinton
-Shrewsbury man wins $1 million, keeps promise to brother
-Northbridge tries locked pouches to keep students off their cellphones in school
-Grafton Trails Committee back to the drawing board
-Cafe receives $64,000 in financing for recently opened Fitchburg location
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: Hanover show canceled because of illness
-In the midst of mortality, poet Richard Fox wrote about life
-Radio Worcester (22:44): Peter Krasinski is the voice of the Hook Organ at Mechanics Hall
-WCCA-TV's Talk of Main Street No. 16 (29:11)
-WCCA-TV's The Mayor's Forum No. 34 (27:58): Charles Luster
-Manny Jae Media (41:35): 4 U Bridal and Prom's Lorna Ellis
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to longtime Worcester firefighter
>SPORTS: Bill Belichick explains why he pulled Mac Jones vs. Cowboys
-Former Patriot Russ Francis dies in N.Y. plane crash
-Ahana Nagarkatti named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-This week in Holy Cross Athletics
-A reporter's memories of covering Terry Francona with the Red Sox
-Worcester Hockey Alumni 2023-24 highlights, NHL preseason 1
>CARS: See the most economical EV at Bertera Nissan, the Nissan Leaf (6:01)
>NATIONAL: Pope Francis suggests blessings for same-sex unions possible
-Kansas police chief resigns after leading raid on small weekly newspaper
-Tragic: Hiker dies in plunge from waterfall just days after wedding anniversary
>NEW ENGLAND: Mass. is a step closer to equal pay thanks to bill advancement
>COLLEGES: Renowned physicist will present Clark Presidential Lecture on Thursday
-Daughter of Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz returns to Worcester State as D.E.I. Fellow
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 last-minute fall trips to take now
>BUSINESS: W.B.J.'s Movers & Shakers for October 2nd
-David Jordan delays retirement to help reshape Clark business school
>HEALTH: What to know as fall vaccinations against COVID, flu and R.S.V. get underway
-Depression risk spikes for those who eat these unhealthy foods: study
>FOOD: Heinz's new condiment cashes in on Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce craze
>HOMES: These 3 Mass. homes have spooky — or tragic — history
>TV/STREAMING: Late-night shows return after writers strike
>MOVIES: Martin Scorsese reveals the ending Warner Bros. requested for "The Departed"
>CELEBRITY: Dick Van Dyke, 97, visits Disneyland with his wife
>ANIMALS: Dog won't stop dropping objects into his mom's bath (2:58)
>HISTORY: Today in History for October 3rd (1:52)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Man freed after serving 28 years in prison for wrongful conviction
-Meanwhile, in Los Angeles, watch a bear family drop by pool for a swim
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:40). High of 38 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+5:00: Thieves stole gutters from Worcester house while owner was home
+5:00: Death of Bob Weir sparks memories of Worcester's part in long, strange trip
+5:00: Planning winter entertainment in Worcester
+5:00: Worcester hockey alumni 2025-26 highlights, NHL Week 14
+Noon: 270-unit project at abandoned Spag's factory met with skepticism
+Noon: Central Mass. pizzeria reopens with explanation for abruptly closing
-No answers as cost of probe into death of State Police recruit from Worcester nears $700,000 (3:07). Article
-New year, new look, new amenities for W.R.T.A.
-Local restaurant makes Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Restaurant Legends (5:32)
-Worcester City Council returns with social media scrutiny, transit fights
-Worcester, Fitchburg aim for uniform, safe sober houses
-Worcester County Wonders: First state-run asylum dates back to 1832
-Newly obtained court docs detail what happened inside Leominster home after man murdered wife, autopsy findings
-$80,000 Keno ticket sold in Millbury
-Police oversight questions persist after Research Bureau report
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (23:33): Tom Marino defends reporting amid defamation lawsuit
>DINING OUT: Popular bakery chain seeks license for second Worcester location
-ICYMI: National Grid installs new underground cable to fix monthslong outage issues in Worcester
-"A very bad year": Here's what the flu numbers look like in Worcester
-Turtleboy factor: Aidan Kearney's influence on Karen Read case
-Venezuelan native in Worcester lauds capture of Maduro
-Some Worcester rents are falling ... really
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): This week's road closures and traffic delays
-Brew Biscuits in Holden making nutritious dog treats out of grains previously used in breweries (2:05)
-Lamoureux Ford welcomes Jeff Tripp from Sunnyside Motors (1:44)
-Fundraiser to help rebuild Ten West Market
-Ten West Market owner optimistic about return
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Hope Chapel in Sterling dedicates new sanctuary
-Clinton buildings coming together
-Clinton Select Board hears Bates family request to explore right-of-way access at town dump
-Indigenous culture celebration day coming to Grafton this summer
-Spanish-language congregation to move into historic church in West Boylston
-The Item's Neighbor to Neighbor column
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Full list of winners and nominees at Golden Globes
-Golden Globes snubs and surprises
-Inside the Golden Globes: Everything you didn't see on TV
-World-renowned violinist to rehearse with J.O.M.P. students
>OPINION: Molly McCullough: For Worcester's schools, kids come first
-Maggie Calvetti: Someday they'll be grown & here's who i hope they become
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (2:18:34)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester man who had Master’s degrees in Civil Engineering and Mathematics
>SPORTS: Patriots defense shines in 16-3 Wild Card win over Chargers
-Patriots will play Steelers-Texans winner in AFC Divisional Round
-Bruins beat Penguins, 1-0
-Celtics star Jaylen Brown rips refs after loss to Spurs in Boston
-Holy Cross student-athletes record 3.39 G.P.A. during Fall 2025 semester
-100 FM The Pike (18:00): MassLive's Matt Vautour gives 2026 sports predictions
-Railers fall to Florida, 5-3
>NATIONAL: Ex-husband arrested in heinous double murder of slain dentist, wife
-Protests in Iran near the 2-week mark as crackdown intensifies
-Tragic: Dad killed 5 of his children over a decade
>NEW ENGLAND: Deadly house fire in Burrillville, R.I.
-From Lindsay Clancy to Turtleboy: 5 Mass. criminal cases to watch in 2026
>COLLEGES: "We depend on fungi for absolutely everything"
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Disney quietly changes course on controversial meal plan changes
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
>SHOPPING: Samsung unveils "world's largest" TV of its kind at 130 inches
>HOMES: Laundry hacks you’ll wish you knew sooner
>HEALTH: Noom launches Proactive Health GLP-1 Program for long-term health
-Mass. mom fights for scalp cooling to be covered by insurance during chemo (2:06). Article
>FOOD: Your guide to a flavorful Dry January (4:34)
>TV/STREAMING: "The Simpsons" retires beloved character Duffman after 30 years
>MOVIES: 2026 new horror movie releases
>CELEBRITY: "High School Musical" star arrested on child pornography charges
-"Field of Dreams" and "West Wing" actor Timothy Busfield faces arrest warrant in child sex abuse case
>ANIMALS: Rescue dog does the cutest thing when she wants attention (2:00)
>HISTORY: Math, not myths: Inside the new search for Amelia Earhart
>GOOD NEWS: Lottery ticket rejected by another customer earns man $1 million
-Meanwhile, in Germany, watch 50 sheep escape shepherd, walk into grocery store
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