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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:36). High of 21 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Gravestones at Notre Dame Cemetery in Worcester knocked over by car
-Truck gets stuck under Cambridge Street bridge in Worcester
-Worcester man who allegedly caused Gardner crash that killed couple arraigned
-Green Party presidential candidates in Worcester on Saturday
-Worcester librarians will host games of Scrabble monthly
-Team from South High qualifies for "High School Quiz Show"
-Ray Mariano: Have I been too harsh on Worcester's schools?
-Area boys' soccer team helps a group recover from vandals (2:14)
-Manny Jae Media (22:42): City Manager Eric Batista
-Radio Worcester (8:21): B.B.B. scam alert — The "friend favor" con and how to stay safe
>DINING OUT: Worcester diner will be open Sundays overnight
-ICYMI: Investigation underway after reports of E.B.T. skimming in Worcester
-Worcester Chief Diversity Officer candidate rejects offer, city to restart search
-Worcester hosts send-off for Jamaine Ortiz ahead of title fight in Las Vegas
-Related: Manny Jae Media (25:44): Video
-Worcester Vice Squad busts Bowdoin St. man for crack, ammo
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Students move into Dawson modulars
-Lamoureux Ford Testimonial (:47)
-Community recalls impact of Margaret Watson
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Early Grafton school budget request could top $46 million
-Grafton police log January 19th
-Rice Pond Village 40B public commentary aired
-Millbury Public Schools to hold kindergarten registration
-North Central Mass. Chamber sponsors Sterling welcome sign
-Nashoba offering increased preschool options
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Brandie Blaze at Poet's Cauldron, improv jam, "Inside and Out" and more ...
-100FM The Pike (7:18): The Pike Breakdown Lane for January 19th
-Small Stones Festival of the Arts ready to roll in Grafton after initial venue flooded
-Worcester jazz great Jaki Byard's piano on loan to conservatory is missing
-WCCA-TV's Rosen's Roundtable No. 521 (27:59): Worcester in 2024
-WCCA-TV's Connecting the Dots No. 142 (29:35): Native Plant Trust
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to former Worcester man who was a social worker
>SPORTS: How Patriots are handling contract talks with no official general manager
-Former Assumption star Deonte Harty brings swift returns on Bills' investment
-NFL Divisional Round Schedule, TV and announcers
-Celtics lose to Denver, 102-100
-Holy Cross women's hockey team falls to Providence
-Patrick Denecke joins Holy Cross staff as offensive line coach
-Railers lose to Komets, 4-0
-Sports Illustrated's entire staff told they are getting laid off
>CARS: Bertera Nissan is your first choice (:11)
>NATIONAL: Credit card debt is at a record high - here's what you can do (3:15)
-Tragic: Hot air balloon crash victim texted girlfriend, "I love you, goodbye"
>NEW ENGLAND: Grubhub to return $3.5 million to Mass. restaurants overcharged
-State and healthcare facilities agree on plan to cope with capacity crunch
>COLLEGES: A campus tour through Anna Maria’s traditions
-Ilyasah Shabazz shares insights and connects with students at Worcester State book club
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 13 U.S. beaches that should stay a secret
>BUSINESS: W.B.J.'s Best of Business 2024 — Best Food
>SHOPPING: Shop weekend savings at Best Buy, including Samsung Frame TV
>HOMES: Massive $24 million Mass. mansion with 11-seat movie theater up for sale
>HEALTH: Men’s health screening checklist by age
-These 10 carcinogens can raise cancer risk, oncology expert says
>FOOD: Salad, spinach kits sold in Mass. recalled over listeria risk
>TV/STREAMING: New shows and movies to watch this weekend
>MOVIES: New movies on demand — "The Marvels" and more
>CELEBRITY: Alec Baldwin charged with involuntary manslaughter over "Rust" shooting
>ANIMALS: Lonely dog was abandoned at a school (3:01)
>HISTORY: Today in History for January 20th (1:45)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Mother's affirmation cards promote positive thinking
-Meanwhile, in Brazil, crook with "I’m a thief and an idiot" tattooed on forehead flees jail just days before scheduled release
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:43). High of 70 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Hudson man accused of killing grandmother with skateboard
+Noon: 10 Worcester properties near WPI listed for $9.9 million
+Noon: Worcester residents defy city chicken ban as backyard flocks grow
+Noon: When does the Jewish holiday of Passover start, end?
+Noon: Splendid Torch to perform for Club 321 at Mechanics Hall
+Noon: Last Call: Anne O'Connor, historian and author
+Noon: Dunkin' giving away 1,000,001 free coffees today (:28)
-Woman shot on Millbury Street in Worcester, suspect in custody (2:10). Article
-Worcester man killed in Boston hit-and-run
-Police investigate deadly crash in Charlton (2:16). Article
-Car burned to crisp: Millbury High senior had good excuse for tardiness
-Worcester’s "A Better Life" housing program helps break generational poverty by promoting self-sufficiency
-139-unit Worcester housing project faces setback as developer requests extension
-After 10 years and $16 million raised, Creative Hub Worcester center to open in April
-Worcester councilor seeks 911 info as city faces major mental health lawsuit
-Radio Worcester (25:27): Why Sen. Robyn Kennedy says the legislature audit may face a constitutional challenge
>DINING OUT: Worcester restaurant closed today for private event
-ICYMI: Tractor-trailer fire on I-290 in Worcester snarls Tuesday morning commute (:35). Article
-Worcester man gets 30 years in prison for sexually exploiting 3 young girls
-Police warn of rash of "smash & grabs" at trail parking lots
-Walmart warehouse, in former Sam's Club off Route 146, closing
-Street sweeping begins in Worcester on April 6th
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Fundraiser to support staff of 122 Diner
-Message from 122 Diner after last week's crash
-Longtime customer praises Lamoureux Ford (3:29)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Body cam video captures dramatic chase through Webster neighborhood (:46). Article
-Oxford town manager who recently resigned is suing town
-First Student, Teamsters avert looming school bus strike
-Spencer selectmen authorize Proposition 2½ override questions be placed on ballot
-Police searching for driver who allegedly caused serious 4-car crash in Clinton
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Hanover Theatre announces 7-show 2026-27 Broadway Series
-Listen Up: Good Sleepy at home base with new album
-Rush debuts new drummer at Canada’s JUNO Awards
-50 years of Steve Miller Band’s "Fly Like An Eagle" celebrated with limited-edition picture disc
>OPINION: Sarah Connell Sanders: Retired teacher Velah Mary Hazard turns 100, saw history unfold
-Tom Marino: Worcester councilor seeks 911 mental health response info
-Janice Harvey: No Kings rally at Institute Park puts age in perspective
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:13): Does Worcester’s Human Rights Commission have any real power?
-Unity Radio's Future Focus (58:58): District 2 City Councilor Robert Bilotta, District A School Committee member Molly McCullough
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who delayed her retirement into her 70s
>SPORTS: Patriots set for HBO’s "Hard Knocks" next year
-Mike Vrabel shares notable Patriots updates at NFL League Meeting
-Celtics’ best and worst first-round matchups
-Bruins beat Dallas, 6-3
-Red Sox lose to Houston, 9-2
-Bravehearts' June 3rd Baseball in Education game is sold out
-Holy Cross football 2026 season tickets on sale now
-Railers, Islanders partnership may be nearing end
-UConn wins would mean furniture jackpot at Jordan's (2:10)
-U.S. men's soccer team loses to Portugal, 2-0
>NATIONAL: Excitement builds for Artemis II mission around the moon (2:23)
-Nancy Guthrie's Arizona home left eerily untouched and in "immaculate" condition after abduction: report
-Tragic: Student killed himself after shooting teacher at top high school
>NEW ENGLAND: Housekeeper assaulted, tied up in "horrendous" home invasion (1:05)
-M.B.T.A. announces free Fridays, half‑price commuter rail passes for summer (1:06)
>COLLEGES: 4 finalists in running to take over as chancellor at UMass Medical School
-Anna Maria AMCAT Recap – Winter Edition
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The 10 worst U.S. cities for seasonal allergies
-Best Amazon travel deals: Luggage, pillows, adapters, portable tech
>BUSINESS: You could be getting a bigger-than-normal refund. Here’s why (2:37)
-LPL Financial Research: Earnings likely to grow double digits again; will markets care?
-Worcester hospice care provider names new C.E.O.
>HEALTH: Diabetes warning signs and risks in women
-Hims customized weight loss plans, GLP-1 plans and meal replacements
>HOMES: Mass. home sales down more than 10% to start 2026
>FOOD: The scientific reason soda tastes better in a can
>TV/STREAMING: Yellowstone's Mo Brings Plenty floored Monica got killed off on "Marshals"
-Rip, Beth's "Yellowstone" spinoff "Dutton Ranch" gets first trailer — and a premiere date
>MOVIES: "The Housemaid" sequel with Sydney Sweeney, Kirsten Dunst gets release
>CELEBRITY: Tiger Woods breaks silence after D.U.I. arrest following car crash
-Sydney Sweeney wears sheer lingerie to the theater in sizzling Syrn video
>ANIMALS: Confused Husky puppy learns how to be a dog (3:21)
>HISTORY: Lincoln Square in Worcester, circa 1926
>GOOD NEWS: Newlywed fan wins $20,000 after hitting half-court shot
-Meanwhile, in Michigan, woman makes daring escape from cops by slipping through police car window
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