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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:26). High of 87 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Man who shot at officers and family could be released after insanity defense; police union "outraged"
-Fired nurse sues Saint Vincent Hospital, alleges retaliation for critical statements
-Table Hoppin': New owners at The Broadway eye growth, customer faves
-Massachusetts will be sales tax-free this weekend (1:50). Article
-Happy Birthday, Mr. ZIP: U.S. Postal Service celebrates 250 years at ceremony in Worcester
-Small earthquake hits Worcester County
-Blankets needed at Worcester Animal Rescue League
-TODAY! Worcester Public Library will host a Community Block Party 11:30 to 3:30
-Family fun: Central Mass. fairs and festivals
-Here's how Worcester is cleaning up the city this month
-City Councilor calls panel's violation of open meeting law "an unfortunate mistake"
-Radio Worcester's The Roundup (25:50): Voting power, city responsibility and a very big lizard
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:10): Trash trouble and campaign costs in Worcester
-ICYMI: Worcester cut overdose deaths in half. Now it faces federal cuts
-Worcester man guilty of second-degree murder for killing friend after restaurant bill dispute
-Former Worcester Police Chief Gary Gemme dies at 71
-Worcester's Stephen Nedoroscik - "Pommel Horse Guy" - to compete at U.S. Championships
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): August Senior Center events
-Long term employees make Lamoureux Ford special (3:50)
-Officer Jon Bourget promoted to sergeant, pinned by his father
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Marketplace Shrewsbury files permits to construct new retail building
-Bolton Fair open at Lancaster Fairgrounds
-Proposal: West Boylston Walmart to become supercenter
-Public Wi-Fi hotspots arrive at 3 Grafton landmarks
-Local mental health nonprofit to host community kickoff event in Millbury
-UniBank buys 100-year-old home linked to original founder’s family for $1 million
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: "Eephus" screening, Summer School Tour, Sublime tribute and more ...
-100 FM The Pike (25:12): Billy Gardell
-Grammy Award singer Nicole Zuraitis ready for Jazz+ concert outside The Hanover Theatre
-Worcester Youth Symphony Orchestra musicians build global connections through music
-WCCA-TV's What It's Worth No. 477 (27:19): John Fresolo, Candidate for Worcester's District 3 Councilor
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to lifelong Worcester resident
>SPORTS: Efton Chism, TreVeyon Henderson shine for Patriots in preseason opener (1:41)
-Mike Vrabel critical of Drake Maye’s fumble vs. Commanders
-Patriots unveil bronze Tom Brady statue at Gillette Stadium (4:11)
-Celtics secure Joe Mazzulla with multi-year contract extension
-Red Sox beat Padres, 10-2
-Bravehearts beat Vermont, 10-8. Next home game: 6:30 Saturday. Buy tickets here
-La Mega 106.1FM is taking over Fitton Field Saturday
-Holy Cross Athletics sets fundraising records in 2024-25
-Kellen Jones named men’s ice hockey assistant coach
-WooSox beat Buffalo, 5-2
-Brendan Parisi's gem pushes Shrewsbury Post 397 deeper into Northeast Regional Tournament
>NATIONAL: Aerial video shows widespread destruction of Gaza (1:22)
-Disability rights groups could see federal dollars slashed
>TRAGIC: Family of 5 killed in fiery collision with wrong-way driver
>NEW ENGLAND: Man and woman found dead after shooting in Raynham home (2:10). Article
-Former WBZ anchor Kate Merrill files $4 million suit alleging reverse discrimination, defamation and retaliation
>COLLEGES: Mount Wachusett college receives $5 million to support students facing systemic barriers
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 9 hidden natural wonders around the world
-7 states home to unique animal populations
>BUSINESS: Are you unhappy in your job but too scared to leave? (1:08)
-Gen Z intern sparks debate over bizarre time-off request
-The Hanover selects new president of technology and life sciences
>HOMES: Zillow's Real estate listings battle could make house hunting harder
>HEALTH: Your body starts aging faster at this "inflection point"
-Doctor on if there is ever a good reason to lie to your children (2:40)
>FOOD: Why the cost of beef is on the rise (2:04)
>TV/STREAMING: New shows & movies to watch: "Outlander: Blood of My Blood" on Starz and more
-Everything you need to know about FOX One, the new Fox streaming service
>MOVIES: "Casper" 30th anniversary trailer (1:02)
>CELEBRITY: Lizzo addresses drastic weight loss transformation
-Winona Ryder says "Heathers" cost her movie with Marlon Brando
>ANIMALS: Skinny mama dog chained up with her puppies gets new life (1:50)
>HISTORY: Worcester remembers Beach Boy Brian Wilson
>GOOD NEWS: Man saved by "very lucky" penny after someone shoots into SUV
-Meanwhile, watch 82,000 rubber ducks race down the Chicago River
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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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