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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+Noon: There will be enough vaccines for the ‘entire U.S. adult population by June,’ Johnson & Johnson board member says
-What you need to know about COVID-19 scams
-Vaccine rollout change irks area education unions
-Worcester Housing Authority uses social media to boost mask wearing
-Barstool Sports bails out four Central Mass. businesses with relief fund
-ICYMI: Downtown Worcester eatery closes temporarily after exposure
-Ch. 5 visits Fuller RV to discuss how RV sales are soaring as people hit the road during pandemic (1:42)
-Mass. officials announce 3,957 new cases, 87 deaths, 7-day positivity rate drops to 3.9 percent
-Food, agriculture, construction workers top list of most at risk of COVID death
-Racial disparity in vaccinations is ‘really troubling,’ Mass. medical official says
-Seattle hospital rushes to distribute vaccines after freezer breaks
-Pfizer to speed up research amid mutation threat
-Doctor explains rare cosmetic filler reactions to vaccine
-Deadly fungus could be the next potential pandemic
-Do I need the vaccine if I already had COVID?
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Illinois couple married 63 years has 'date' while hospitalized with COVID
-Cat hilariously judges mom's quarantine habits (3:41)
In The News
-Latest weather: 8-12 inches forecast Monday into Tuesday
+Noon: Fire at three-decker on Water Street in Millbury
+Noon: Worcester native Michael Orland is music director for idols and stars
-Shrewsbury St. restaurants tighten belt during pandemic
-Worcester market damaged after two Ford Focus cars involved in crash
-Land near Indian Lake to begin redevelopment planning process
-Despite assistance from Worcester Community Action Council, a man in Warren has been without heat from more than a week
-Fire in Blackstone leaves 1 dead (:23)
-Diocese's Partners in Charity Appeal tops $1 million
-Virtual Women's Health and Wellness Conference set for Feb. 13
-ICYMI: Michaels replacing A.C. Moore at Lincoln Plaza in Worcester
-After decades, man who grew up in Worcester finds father through DNA test (2:11). Article
-Here are 5 Great Ways to Spend Your Weekend in Worcester
-Part 2: John DiPietro's 'Worcester’s Neighborhoods' (12:09): Longfellow and Commodore roads
-Get ready for the perfect Super Bowl Sunday with an awesome package from Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
-Browse and buy beer, wine & liquor from home with Wachusett Wine & Spirits' online store
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music & Live Streaming List
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): 2 hospitalized in crash early Saturday morning in Holden
-Scam alert from Paxton police
-Nissan split in two in Douglas crash; two are injured
-33-year-old Fitchburg man indicted on firearm charge
-Grafton's Spagnuolo chasing third Super Bowl ring as coordinator
-Despite double-double by Gerrale Gates, HC men's basketball team falls in OT
-Tribute to 'Auburn's Oldest Citizen,' who recently passed away at 103
-SOPHIE, Grammy-nominated artist, dies in 'terrible accident' at 34 years old
-Tragic: Illinois mom, four daughters die after house fire
-TV/Streaming: Roku tops 50 million subscribers as streaming surges amid pandemic
-Homes: See inside this ski lodge home that's within walking distance to Wachusett Mountain
-Food: Recall issued for popular Dole salad product
-Shopping: DSW boots sale takes 25 percent off top-selling styles
-Cars: New Year Means Huge Savings at Bertera Nissan (7:04)
-Meanwhile, in Germany, man poses as air traffic controller, gives fake flight instructions
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:05). High of 65 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Shooting investigation shuts down highway ramp in Worcester (:26). Article
-Worcester police launch test of new light on patrol vehicles
-Worcester police want your help: Naming their new comfort dog
-What's becoming of Chip Norton's Worcester properties?
-Monday's Child: Randy, 14, an artist, enjoys sporting events, museums, trips to the zoo
-Pulse Magazine's Eat Beat for October
-Speedy’s Drive In was an iconic Worcester destination
-Worcester Animal Rescue League is in need of donations
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (24:25): Calls for civilian oversight amid skepticism over implementation
>POLITICS: Which candidates for mayor, City Council have raised most money?
-Worcester candidate profile: Jermoh Kamara for City Councilor At-Large
-Councilor King backs research bureau call for civilian police oversight
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (46:55): City Council cell phone use becomes a campaign issue
>DINING OUT: Shrewsbury Street restaurant changes hours, opens 7 days a week
-ICYMI: Thousands pack Institute Park for Worcester's "No Kings" protest. Video (2:08:06)
-Worcester tried classical music to stop "illegal activities" in Canal District. It didn't work
-Woman arrested in Worcester wanted in Hawaii for child sex assault
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Scout's book shares epilepsy experiences
-America's newest game show, filmed at Lamoureux Ford (1:40)
-New fields being used as work continues
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Car fire in Charlton spreads to nearby brush early Sunday morning
-7 displaced after Fitchburg apartment fire; dog resuscitated by E.M.S.
-Item photos: In West Boylston, families invited to "touch a truck"
-School study leads West Boylston fall town meeting warrant
-Whittier Farms given grant to improve food security
-Southbridge High unveils sensory immersion room as part of the CARES program
-Ashburnham man tased and arrested in woods after prowling in driveway; oxycodone recovered
-New protein shake spot coming to Northborough
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesdays at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Legendary rock band honored at Worcester show for 25 million plays on Apple Music
-Rickie Lee Jones brings ribald remarks and finely crafted tunes to Mass.
-100 FM The Pike (16:38): Jeff Belanger, paranormal expert
>OPINION: Harold Wimmer: How 2 minutes can possibly save your life
-Richard T. Moore: State headed for perfect storm on senior care
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (2:04:27)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to man who worked as a missionary, pastor, and chaplain for 50 years
>SPORTS: Drake Maye brilliant despite injury scare in 31-13 rout
-Where do Patriots rank in AFC hierarchy?
-Awkward behind-the-scenes NFL footage of Jordon Hudson and Bill Belichick exposed
-Holy Cross Men's rowing wins Collegiate 8+ at Head of the Charles
-Holy Cross women’s ice hockey earns shutout victory over Dartmouth
-Bruins lose to Utah, 3-2
-Railers lose to Adirondack, 5-3
>CARS: Consumer Reports: Best cars and insurance tips for teen drivers
>NATIONAL: Government shutdown enters fourth week
-Virginia Giuffre was left bloodied and beaten by Prime Minister
-Tragic: Dad of 4, dog die when fishing boat capsizes on river
>NEW ENGLAND: Toddler dies in head-on crash involving S.U.V., work van in Taunton
-2 teens arrested in woman’s shooting in Hyannis
-Mass. Health Connector insurance costs could rise in 2026
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria Professor Jennifer Carlson to address legislative hearing on emergency management
-Radio Worcester (9:51): Q.C.C. President Luis Pedraja on Hispanic Heritage Month and free college support
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 regional U.S. specialties you need to try
-5 hotel etiquette tips you should know
>BUSINESS: Roblox, Snapchat, Fortnite, Amazon and more suffer global outages
-Sora A.I. is the hottest new social media app — and people are buying invites off eBay
>SHOPPING: Move over labubus, people are willing to pay over $10,000 for these fluffy toys
>HOMES: Beverly Hills home of billionaire from Worcester for sale for $195 million
>HEALTH: Overdose deaths in seniors see dramatic rise from deadly drug mix
-State launches campaign to boost COVID and flu vaccination rates (1:39)
>FOOD: From farm to table: Apple edition (4:52)
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for new Netflix true crime doc, "Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers" (2:03)
>MOVIES: "Black Phone 2" rules box office with $26.5 million opening
>CELEBRITY: Taylor Swift has had "no contact" with former B.F.F. Blake Lively
-Angelina Jolie makes rare comment on double mastectomy, removing ovaries
>HISTORY: Then & Now: Simon Fairfield Public Library, Douglas
>ANIMALS: Tiki the rescue dog inspires support for other animals in need (3:32)
>GOOD NEWS: Second grader thriving after life-saving leukemia treatment
-Meanwhile, in Connecticut, escaped goats become local celebrities
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