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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:33). High of 70 today in Worcester
-Why is there so much pollen right now? (:55). Article
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester ranks in top 20% of cities globally in Global Cities Index
+6:00: Worcester hospital named best in state for underserved populations
+6:00: Downtown Worcester Beer Garden reopening for season (pictured)
+Noon: Worcester police seek murder suspect in Allendale Street killing
+Noon: The power of 10: Worcester-area students, grads active as community volunteers
+Noon: 2-year apprenticeship required to get a license for body art
+Noon: Worcester Art Museum surprises with "New Terrain: 21st Century Landscape Photography"
+Noon: Stasia Hovenesian, 93, transformed the Worcester music scene
-Worcester police ask for public's help finding missing 17-year-old
-Surprise nighttime smoke alarm turned into nightmare for Worcester residents
-Earlier: Dozens of residents displaced by overnight fire on Outlook Drive in Worcester (1:25). Article
-Related: Aerial view of fire damage at Worcester apartment building (:56)
-Worcester's car dealership to become apartments: Plans
-TODAY! D.E.A. outreach program to hold gaming tournament in Worcester
-TODAY! Accessory Dwelling Unit ("in-law-apartment") Workshop
-New in the Woo: Odd By Worcester – serving up nostalgia and great beer
-Filming of "The Walking Dead" returns on Cedar Street in Worcester
-Man sought in fatal Worcester shooting now faces murder charge
-40+ years ago man left for Italian Kitchen, was never seen again
-Raises for Worcester department heads: Some city councilors question fairness of proposals
-13 Mass. municipalities and 1 university use ShotSpotter. Critics wonder: Is it worth it?
-Doherty Memorial High School graduation (1:35:09)
-South High Community School graduation (1:51:00)
-Channel 5 Wake Up Call from Greater Worcester Opera (:31)
-Clark student to umpire Savannah Bananas game at Fenway (1:26). Article
>DINING OUT: Worcester restaurant makes Phantom Gourmet's Great 8 Tacos (5:20)
-ICYMI: Café re-opens at new location in Worcester
-Woman hit by car in Worcester, taken to hospital
-Sisters, tops in class at University Park Campus School, on to Harvard
-Worcester Technical High School graduation (1:20:42)
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden author captures parents' wartime correspondence
-TODAY! An evening of classical guitar Thursday at Gale Free Library
-See Why People Buy 30 Cars and Trucks at Lamoureux Ford (3:32)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Gardner police warn thieves are posing as Amazon drivers to steal packages (1:52). Article
-Senior housing fire in Clinton draws regional response
-Shrewsbury second grader gets ride to school in police car
-Mental health patient at Leominster hospital breaks window of E.R., almost falls headfirst off ledge of parking garage prior to arrest
-As Uxbridge tries again to pass a school budget, trust is key
-Mass. Probation hosting "Celebrating Pride" event in Clinton
-Fitchburg receives E.P.A. funding for clean school buses
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Drama is in the equation as Studio Theatre Worcester presents "Proof"
-Out and About: A month of celebration and unity
-Niki Luparelli, Andy Cummings perform tribute to Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash
-Maestro Benjamin Zander of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra
-Listen Up: New singles from local stalwarts Jafet Muzic and Sapling
-Ann Artuso: Daycare in the summer even though I am not working
-This Week in Worcester podcast (1:00:32): Mill Street, Charter senior discount, City Council
-Manny Jae Media (52:27): OpporTUNEity
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to talented artists and musician who played in numerous bands
>SPORTS: The 5 biggest keys to Celtics beating Mavericks in NBA Finals
-Can Boston keep Luka, Kyrie in check? (8:01)
-Simulation predicts thrilling Celtics-Mavericks series
-Bettors hammering Mavericks to upset Celtics
-Where Kyrie Irving ranks among Boston’s greatest sports villains
-Today's Bravehearts sold out Baseball in Education game postponed because of weather
-Holy Cross Practice Report (1:09): Caleb Kenney
-Red Sox beat Braves, 9-0
-WooSox lose to Rochester, 9-6
>CARS: Bertera Nissan has a car, truck or SUV for everyone (:47)
>NATIONAL: First fatal human case of bird flu confirmed, W.H.O. says
-Tragic: Mom killed protecting daughter from out-of-control vehicle at drag race
>NEW ENGLAND: Karen Read trial (20:15) — Closer look at how and when Read's taillight was damaged
-1 dead after crash, fire in which vehicle fell 40 feet off ramp in Boston
>COLLEGES: WPI Professor Sherry Sun talks cyber security (6:38)
-Donna Hodge named next president of Fitchburg State
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 5 European tourist traps to avoid - and where to go instead
>BUSINESS: G.D.P. grew just 1.3% last quarter, consumer spending weaker than expected
-LPL Research: Adjusting the sector sails
-Unity Radio (57:05): Black In Business
>HEALTH: New study examines peanut allergies in young kids (3:11)
-Cancer patients often do better with less intensive treatment, new research finds
>HOMES: Number of U.S. homes for sale is slowly returning to normal
>SHOPPING: TJ Maxx, Marshalls owner envisions "at least another 1,300" store openings
>FOOD: 5 Mass. residents sick with salmonella poisoning related to cucumbers
>TV/STREAMING: What's up with this Antonio Banderas mall movie perched in the Netflix top 10?
>MOVIES: Movies hitting theaters in June
>CELEBRITY: Actor Nick Pasqual accused of stabbing ex-girlfriend
>ANIMALS: Rescue dog learns car rides mean a McDonald's cheeseburger (3:19)
>HISTORY: 80th anniversary of D-Day is commemorated in France
-D-Day 80th anniversary: See historical photos of Normandy invasion
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): After exchanging letters, fourth graders meet their veteran pen pals
-Meanwhile, in Florida, wanted man found hiding in dryer
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:38). High of 90 today in Worcester
-Worcester climate summary for May
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: UMass Memorial woes: Hiring freeze, operating loss, looming strike threat
+6:00: Worcester city councilor charged with assaulting police after I.C.E. arrest
+6:00: Councilor Etel Haxhiaj's response
+6:00: Burncoat High awards diplomas at DCU Center ceremony
+6:00: Radio Worcester's The Rundown (25:56): Natale Consenza settlement, I.C.E. arrest protests, Clark layoffs
+6:00: Bill Ballou on baseball
+Noon: Worcester-shot "Walking Dead" scenes may all have all been shown
+Noon: Teseracte Players do "Time Warp" again at "Rocky Horror" in Worcester
+Noon: Listen Up: Role Model, Megan Thee Stallion and sizzle summer playlists
+Noon: Last Call: P.E. James, musician
-Clark University to lay off up to 30% of faculty, significantly restructure degree tracks amid financial strain
-Worcester, Cosenza reach settlement on $8 million jury award in evidence manipulation case
-Suspect in April 2024 Worcester killing, on the run for more than a year, held without bail
-3 men arrested in connection with University Park shooting in Worcester
-Worcester street renamed for boy who died in "One Chip Challenge" (2:04). Article
-Related: Video of ceremony (21:07)
-National burger chain opening first New England location in Worcester
-Central Mass. man now facing manslaughter charge in connection with brother’s shooting death
-Out to Lunch and Movies on the Common set for summer fun downtown
-Hidden waterfall flows back to life at Cascades Park in Worcester thanks to heavy spring rainfall (1:49)
-Grafton Job Corps searching for shelter for 30 homeless students
-Gerald Creamer Center Graduation (1:01:52)
-Aislinn Doyle: June 5th School Committee Meetings agenda preview
-This dog was found on Willard Ave. in Worcester
-DINING OUT (brought to you by Patsie Dugan's): The last 24-hour diner: A Worcester staple stands alone
-ICYMI: UMass Memorial, 1,000 workers have a week to avoid strike
-Grand jury hearing evidence in death of Worcester state police trainee
-Worcester eatery seized by state because of unpaid taxes
-Worcester activist critical of city manager faces 1-year city hall ban
-Worcester father of 4-month-old deported after I.C.E. "violated his rights," attorney says
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Part of Doyle Road to be closed Wednesday
-Lamoureux Ford offers huge discounts! (2:53)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): West Boylston override OK'd; Raj, Ashwell win for Select Board
-Governor Healey visits new Amazon fulfillment center in Charlton
-Pending Select Board vote, Shrewsbury trash bags may cost more this July
-Westborough-based hydropower firm to update its century-old facilities
-Webster man sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking
-Playground improvements are part of Grafton's long-term plan
-Blackstone Valley Tech competitors earn 46 SkillsUSA Medals
-City to Saddle Farm Trot 5K is June 21st
-The Item's public safety logs
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesday at 961 at Union Station
>SHOWTIME: Screen Time: Short film "Solus" wins big at Top Shorts Film Festival
-Sarah Connell Sanders: 3 days of "momfluencing" at Boston Calling
>OPINION: Jennifer Julien Gaskin: The art of making people uncomfortable
-Peter B-G Weller: Proposed state ed bill borders on digital surveillance
-Unity Radio's The Susanity Life (56:35): Bonnie Hope Dellerose, Renew Body Sequence
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a lifetime member of Hadassah who was married for 76 years
>SPORTS: Stefon Diggs "got the message" from Mike Vrabel after boat incident
-Red Sox lose to Angels, 4-3
-Bravehearts fall to Nashua, 4-3. Next home game: 6:30 Friday. Get tickets here
-Holy Cross announces "WooCru" as official student section name
-How Baylor Scheierman can earn larger Celtics role in second season
-Sox prospect Roman Anthony responds to backlash over Worcester laundry cart video
-WooSox beat Rochester, 6-5
-Mara leads Saint Paul back to Division 1 quarterfinals
>NATIONAL: Ukraine strikes Crimean Bridge with underwater explosives
>TRAGIC: 3 young sisters killed while visiting homeless dad, hunt is on for father
>NEW ENGLAND: Father found dead, search ongoing for missing daughter in Maine (:49). Article
-Milford student detained by I.C.E. awaiting upcoming court hearing in "terrible conditions" (3:43)
-Lawyer says Milford student in I.C.E. custody is here legally (:50). Article
-Karen Read trial (25:46): No mistrial over dog D.N.A., officer says evidence changed
>COLLEGES: Holy Cross grad Jango Janigian wants to take you on an adventure
-Decline of international students at Mass. universities having negative impact, expert says
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 6 tips every cruiser should follow
>BUSINESS: GBH layoffs to impact 45 employees
-LPL Financial Research: Tariffs and market volatility likely to stick
-101: Staying strong through workforce reductions
>HOMES: Heat pump demand is reaching new heights as customers seek government incentives before they disappear
>SHOPPING: Temu's daily U.S. users cut in half following end of tariff loophole
>HEALTH: How to beat the heat for better sleep
-How yoga can help improve your mental wellbeing (3:41)
>FOOD: Popeyes launches surprise new menu item to compete with McDonald’s
>TV/STREAMING: "The Four Seasons" renewed for Season 2 at Netflix
>MOVIES: 10 hot movies to see this summer
>CELEBRITY: Emmy winner Valerie Mahaffey dies at 71
>ANIMALS: Tiniest puppy grows up to be HUGE (2:44)
>GOOD NEWS: 120-mile kayak trip benefits athletes with disabilities
-Meanwhile, in Florida, loose kangaroo caught on video hopping down road
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