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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:01). High of 88 today in Worcester
-Fall foliage outlook in New England (9:47)
>TOP OF THE NEWS
-Why was a road rage case against accused Shrewsbury shooter hidden from the public?
-Earlier: Accused Shrewsbury killer's machete case was dismissed after evidence mix-up
-Earlier: Fiancée remembers man killed in Shrewsbury shooting (:55). Article
-Worcester accused of threatening future Pride events
-Breakaway Music Fest brings Chainsmokers, Subtronics to Worcester
-Festivals bring major road closures to Downtown Worcester
-Today! How Journalism Works series kicks off Saturday at Worcester Public Library
-With renovations and leadership changes, W.A.R.L. eyes facing the future
-The start of a new chapter: Highlighting Demetrie Romero
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (50:29): Festivals in Worcester, homelessness near Polar Park and preliminary election
>DINING OUT: Table Hoppin': Ed Hyder's marketplace celebrates 50th anniversary
-ICYMI: Worcester P.D.: Victim of King Philip Road car crash was Sherrie Lee Blain
-Shoplifters’ "perfect" getaway ends in Wendy’s drive-thru bust, police say
-Jury selection begins in Worcester rape case of child thrown from bridge
-Police say Worcester man pulled drugs from sock during Main Street deal
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): September Senior Center events
-America's newest game show, filmed at Lamoureux Ford (1:40)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Dirt bike rider arrested for allegedly attacking Fitchburg police captain
-Yatco gas station across from Shrewsbury Market Basket wins Planning Board approval
-Full-time fire chief's position for Millbury will require charter change
-Rutland exploring Community Electricity options
-Grafton spa returns to its original home after devastating fire in 2022
-Who ya gonna call? Paranormal storyteller coming to Millbury
-Lancaster veterans' cookout is Monday
-Paxton snack shacks could expand offerings
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Saturday
>SHOWTIME: Things to Do: Maddie & Tae, Jazz Streams, Sterling Fair and more ...
-100 FM The Pike (8:14): The Breakdown Lane
-Fall fairs & festivals in & around Central Mass.
>OPINION: Ray Mariano: Democrats have it wrong about crime
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Black mental health
-First Person: Joe Fusco Jr. has funny friends. Henny Youngman approves
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to Worcester man who served in the Army and Navy for 14 years
>SPORTS: What to expect from Drake Maye, Mike Vrabel and the Patriots (6:00)
-Josh McDaniels praises quarterback Maye: "Couldn’t ask for more"
-Christian Gonzalez out for Patriots’ Week 1 matchup
-Patriots season simulation predicts a TreVeyon Henderson breakout
-Robert Kraft wants to build Bill Belichick statue in Foxboro
-Checking in with the 10 Central Mass. standouts on NFL rosters
-Red Sox lose to Diamondbacks, 10-5
-Holy Cross football team to play New Hampshire
-Holy Cross Athletics (2:01): Crusader football kickoff event
-WooSox beat Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, 7-4
>NATIONAL: Man, 93, cut wife's throat because he "couldn’t take it anymore"
-Judge slams prosecutors for handling of D.C. surge cases, saying they have "no credibility left"
>TRAGIC: School shooting victim's mother was a nurse treating victims when her 12-year-old daughter was shot
>NEW ENGLAND: See the questions that could be on the Mass. 2026 ballot
-The Navy’s Blue Angels are at Pease Air Base Saturday & Sunday (1:41)
-Report: Bill could leave up to 200,000 Mass. residents uninsured
>COLLEGES: Assumption to host foundations lecture on famous painting depicting scientific method
-Generous donor saves access to critical research databases at Worcester State
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): Las Vegas sees drop in number of visitors for sixth straight month
>BUSINESS: August jobs report drastically weakens, bolstering interest rate cut hopes
-Care Central V.N.A. & Hospice to support transition of patients and staff from Overlook V.N.A. & Hospice
>SHOPPING: Labubu craze: Scammers target parents in search of popular doll
>HEALTH: Do weighted vests really help you get in shape faster?
-Mass. doctor answers questions on vaccines amid confusion, challenges (3:42)
>FOOD: Which shrimp products were recalled over radiation concerns? See list
>TV/STREAMING: New shows & movies to watch this weekend
>MOVIES: New movies on streaming: "'The Naked Gun," "Nobody 2" and more
>CELEBRITY: Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's wedding date revealed: report
>ANIMALS: Tiny abandoned kitten asks woman for help (2:18)
>HISTORY: The facts of the "Northborough Tea Party" are still debated centuries later
>GOOD NEWS: Whitman man collects hundreds of thousands of cans for charity (3:22)
-Meanwhile, in Japan, woman, 80, scammed out of thousands by "astronaut stranded in space" who needed money for oxygen
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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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