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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:22). High of 38 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Man who killed cousin's wife, 3 kids gets 4 life sentences (1:32). Article
+Noon: Shrewsbury student named National S.T.E.M. champion (2:16). Article
+Noon: Things to Do: Candlelight tours, wrestling and holiday choral music
+Noon: Groovy gift await in Worcester Magazine guide
+Noon: Amazon strike: How could it impact holiday shipping?
+Noon: Worcesteria: Winter memories endure in New England
-16 homicides in Worcester in 2024 is the most in decades
-Worcester gathers to discuss police misconduct report: "Culture that needs to change" (1:58). Article
-Earlier: Report on Worcester police misconduct sparks outrage at City Council meeting (2:51). Article
-Related: Radio Worcester's The Rundown (24:48): D.O.J. report fallout — City Manager’s response & new investigations
-Related: Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:50): Dissecting the D.O.J. report and city’s biggest stories of 2024
-Worcester holiday display features 235 inflatables (3:16)
-"Christmas gift": Born premature, area toddler finally gets to go home after nearly 2 years in hospital (2:26)
-Worcester star Joyner Lucas hangs out online with Will Smith (33:26)
-Mayor’s civics academy returns to Worcester
-Aislinn Doyle: Worcester School Committee agenda preview
-Second Chance Animal Services helped record number of pets in 2024
-In Barre, 2 full-time public jobs raise taxpayer concerns about double-dipping (3:51)
-Video shows moment officers respond to brawl at toddler’s birthday party
-120 million Americans expected to travel this season
>DINING OUT: Check Dining Out for holiday deals and meals
-ICYMI: William Breault, lifelong champion of Worcester's Main South, dies at 80
-How Worcester Regional Airport responds to drone sightings
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Town wants input on plans for Eagle Lake Recreation Area
-Christmas Greetings from Everyone At Lamoureux Ford (:49)
-Wachusett Regional High School honor roll
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Bake Baby Bake has artsy, tasty sides
-Food drive for veterans fills the shelves at Central Mass. Veterans Support
-John McNally touted for "making Clinton a special place"
-Todorov Toy Drive wrapping up final year
-Sutton lights up the holidays
-Princeton voters amend bylaws
-Rutland Police Department Warrant Wednesday
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Thursday
>SHOWTIME: Buy the Book: Gift ideas from local booksellers for lovers of literature
-Nominations open for Worcester Music Awards
-Clark student Wynne Dromey helps community use art for self-expression
-Last Call: Elena Pratt, artist
>OPINION: The Buzz with City Manager Batista (8:31): Vision Zero
-Mary DeSouza: Preparing littles for new sibling
-WCCA-TV's Tech Safe No. 44 (28:35): Elana Kirschenbaum & Protect Greenfield
-Unity Radio's L.A.B.O. News (55:20): Ivette Olmeda, MassDevelopment; Jasmin Rivas, Jaz-Yoga/Health and Wellness
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester woman who passed away at 102
>SPORTS: Jerod Mayo changes tone when asked about Patriots coaching future
-Bill Belichick is "serious" about Jordon Hudson relationship as he takes on U.N.C. job
-NFL Week 16 schedule, TV and announcers
-David Ortiz made push to bring Juan Soto to Red Sox
-Nominations open for Holy Cross Varsity Club Hall of Fame
>CARS: Honda and Nissan reportedly in merger talks to boost E.V. development
>NATIONAL: California declares state of emergency as U.S. suffers first severe human case of bird flu
-A.I. chatbots pushed autistic teen to cut himself, brought up kids killing parents: lawsuit
-Tragic: Veteran, 80, dies after being assaulted over parking dispute
>NEW ENGLAND: Scammers allegedly targeted 96-year-old Cape Cod woman (:36). Article
-Soap opera-worthy love affair unfolds with Maine dentist, his assistant: explosive suit
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria’s Esports team are N.E.C.C. champions
-WPI President Grace Wang receives national honor for inventors (4:55). Article
-Central Mass. universities split $1 million to bolster behavioral health workforce
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 8 U.S. natural attractions with fascinating histories
>BUSINESS: Feds help health insurers hide dirty secret: rising denials
-LPL Financial Research: A Golden Age for Income Investors
-Navigating regulatory hurdles in mergers & acquisition deals
>HOMES: How to decorate for the holidays on a budget
>SHOPPING: Temu spies on users, under investigation over forced-labor violations: official
>HEALTH: Unwrapping holiday stress — New survey offers insights
-Mass. plans for expanded maternal health services in 2025
>FOOD: Stop & Shop using kiosks to make digital-only deals available to more customers
>TV/STREAMING: Who won "Survivor 47?"
>MOVIES: Inside Hallmark's Christmas movie empire
>CELEBRITY: Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly split weeks after pregnancy reveal
>HISTORY: Levi Lincoln Jr. House in Worcester
>ANIMALS: Stray dog who snapped at his rescuer turns into a cuddle bug (1:54)
>GOOD NEWS: 106-year-old woman stays young with positivity, Fireball whiskey
-Meanwhile, brat trashes Walmart as adults make excuses in wild video (:42)
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:34). High of 81 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Bus drivers want out of Worcester teachers union. Here's why
+Noon: Worcester human rights commissioner quits over police review decision
+Noon: Crazy stats from Red Sox’ miraculous 20-game turnaround
-Worcester police ask for help finding missing teen girl
-UMass Memorial increases planned Community Healthlink layoffs to 231
-Worcester’s Washington Square to be site for demolition, new apartments
-Mass. House approves carveout allowing for Worcester Red Sox players to not be subject to state wage laws
-Former UMass Medical School student and cancer survivor in seventh Pan-Mass Challenge (2:53)
-UMass Memorial Health opens convenient new family medicine facility at White City
-Mike Benedetti: Worcester City Council agenda preview
-Radio Worcester (26:14): State Sen. Robyn Kennedy on budget, child welfare reform, housing costs, I.C.E.
>DINING OUT: Phantom Gourmet visits Worcester restaurant (4:59)
-Worcester bistro closed until August 3rd
-Worcester bakery closed until August 5th
-ICYMI: Worcester city manager nixes Research Bureau bid for police civilian review board
-Another pedestrian crash in Worcester renews push for safety improvements
-Massport announces record year for Worcester Regional Airport
-City backs 4 affordable housing developments
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Senior Center closed through the end of July
-Russ Parker from Holden loves Lamoureux Ford (3:04)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Victor Catacchio has been making cars look like new for 43 years
-Leominster man arrested after police find him passed out behind the wheel with fentanyl
-Crews install modular bridge spanning French River between Dudley and Webster
-Road closure today and tomorrow in Shrewsbury
-Spencer Summer Concert Series returns to Powder Mill Park
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Tuesday
>SHOWTIME: EcoTarium honors U.N. environmental leader with its highest conservation award
-WCCA-TV's Video Jam No. 1385 (30:00): Gina Alice, Captains of Entropy and more
>OPINION: Tom Marino: When Worcester chose the bailout over the Constitution
-WCCA-TV's Connecting the Dots No. 168 (29:48): Ed Gardella, Part 2
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (37:57): I.C.E. shooting in Maine, claims on election integrity
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester business owner who passed away at 44
>SPORTS: Drake Maye-A.J. Brown connection among storylines to watch as training camp opens (11:25)
-Red Sox beat Rays, 6-5, for 14th straight win
-'Sader Stories (2:20): Kaitlyn Flanagan, Crusader of the Year
-7 Bravehearts heading to Futures League All-Star Game (1:29)
-WooBall Weekly: Bravehearts enter All-Star break in the thick of playoff chase
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
>CARS: Best used cars for teen drivers, according to Consumer Reports
>NATIONAL: 3 more U.S. servicemembers killed in war in Iran (2:03)
-Disney World guest, 54, died on iconic ride after suffering heart emergency
-Tragic: 5 die after people jump into river trying to save someone in the water
>NEW ENGLAND: Lindsay Clancy trial (1:27): Jury selection resumes after 5 seated
-Pamela Smart seeks new trial for 1990 murder of husband (3:22)
-Teacher and coach charged with O.U.I. and child endangerment
>COLLEGES: Clark's century-old Economic Geography sees jump in citation rankings
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): The 5 most expensive states to visit in 2026
-This Conn. amusement park was named most affordable in the U.S. (1:01)
>BUSINESS: Shrewsbury commercial landscaper acquired by New Jersey firm
-LPL Financial Research: China holds keys to post-war oil prices
-Shocking amount of Gen Z employees pretend to be productive at work: survey
>SHOPPING: Dollar Tree installs price scanners for surprising reason
>HOMES: Consumer Reports: Guest WiFi network can boost privacy, speed
>HEALTH: Humanoid robots complete historic surgery
-How many cups of coffee are safe to drink per day? (1:53)
>FOOD: Cyclospora outbreak: Taylor Farms test update, food safety (7:52)
-Mass. lettuce farm says its crop safe amid cyclospora fears (1:49). Article
>TV/STREAMING: Shocked Geena Davis addresses Netflix canceling "The Boroughs"
>MOVIES: "The Odyssey" reviews roundup: What critics are saying
>CELEBRITY: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s pals reveal new wedding details
-Brenda Fricker, "My Left Foot" Oscar-winning actress, dies at 81
>ANIMALS: Stray orange cat chooses his family and fits right in (1:44)
>HISTORY: These discoveries reshaped what historians knew about America's Founding Fathers
>GOOD NEWS: Cape Cod farm offers 20 years of opportunity for adults with disabilities (1:33). Article
-Meanwhile, in Idaho, man balances 195 rolls of toilet paper on his head for 30 seconds
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