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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:04). High of 43 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+Noon: Missing teen daughter of Worcester mother arrested by I.C.E. has been found, police say
+Noon: New York Times: A councilwoman intervened during an I.C.E. arrest. Then she faced the voters
+Noon: 3 loaded guns found in raid; Worcester man charged
+Noon: Man seriously injured after car crashes into U-Haul in Sturbridge Friday night
-Garage in Nortborough partially collapses after fire rips through (:16). Article
-Family of Higgins Armory founder has reunion to see new Arms and Armor Galleries
-Related: Arms and Armor Galleries set to open at Worcester Art Museum. Take a look inside
-Local star Angelo Gray, 12, shines in Hollywood debut at Millbury theater
-Related: What's Up Worcester interview with Angelo Gray (3:54)
-Street closures, parking restrictions set as "Walking Dead" returns to Worcester
-Worcester Business Journal's Movers & Shakers
-Worcester releases Fiscal Year '26 tax data ahead of upcoming rate hearing
-City Council weighs rodeo ban, drone proposals, '26 tax rates and more
-Monday's Child: Jaxen, 6, has a joyful personality and loves to give hugs
-Worcester County Wonders: The first American novel lives on in Worcester
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (25:01): Worcester recount, I.C.E. arrest sparks debate
>DINING OUT: Quinsigamond Village Bakery opens on Greenwood Street
-ICYMI: Class-action lawsuit against Peterson Oil settles for $14 million
-Vatican says Worcester woman a step closer to being named a saint
-U.S. News study: Nearly 25% of Worcester County nursing homes not making the grade
-Former Boston Public School Bus Director from Millbury charged with bribery
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Holden voters to face override decision
-Unique Happy Thanksgiving wishes from Lamoureux Ford (:29)
-Blue and Gold Star Memorial Fundraiser under way
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Athol man charged with sexually exploiting minors, prosecutors say
-Westminster man arrested after video captures violent assault in Gardner
-The opening of Grafton Fitness Court was a long time coming
-Item photos: Girl Scouts, Sterling church group hold food drives
-Sterling native is triathlete strong
-Boylston police collecting donations for Toys For Tots
-West Boylston Select Board discusses traffic rules, land
-Millbury-Sutton Chronicle goings on
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: EcoTarium unveils Stoddard Exhibition Hall with gala
>OPINION: Janice Lindsay: Our faithful winter neighbors: squirrels
-Coleman Nee: Helping veterans defeat new enemy - hunger
-This Week in Worcester Podcast (1:25:25)
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to successful entrepreneur and electrician from Worcester
>SPORTS: Milton Williams could miss multiple weeks in Patriots injury crusher
-Celtics beat Clippers, 121-118 (2:01). Article
-Holy Cross men's basketball beats Hampton, 67-61
-Holy Cross women's basketball comes up short in overtime at Marist
-Holy Cross men’s hockey completes weekend sweep of Air Force
-M.I.A.A. releases schedule for high school football state semifinals
>NATIONAL: Rep. McGovern goes "On the Record" about Dems' future (4:11). Article
-U.S.D.A. chief says "everyone" will have to reapply for S.N.A.P. benefits
-Tragic: Dad killed trying to rescue daughter swept out to sea by big wave
>NEW ENGLAND: A.I.-powered cameras are reading license plates for police in Mass. (2:43). Article
-Families call for better safety measures following Mass. traffic deaths (2:21). Article
-Some surprising Mass. state employees are still allowed to work from home
>COLLEGES: Worcester State honors C.E.O. as Distinguished Alumnus
-Assumption rehabilitation counseling program awarded $3 million in major grants
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): F.A.A. lifts order slashing flights
-6 historic buildings reborn as hotels
>BUSINESS: Simple ways to save money now with finance expert Shannah Game (4:08)
-Radio Worcester (13:16): UniBank C.E.O. Michael Welch on helping local families become homeowners
>SHOPPING: What to know about gift card and pet scams around the holiday season (:49)
>HOMES: Garden ornaments can take a large range of forms
>HEALTH: How sighing is actually good for your health
-Simple steps to reduce risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease (2:12)
>FOOD: 2 Extra Value Meals added to McDonald's menu for limited time
>TV/STREAMING: Meet the iconic duo starring in "Down Cemetery Road" on Apple TV+ (2:12)
>MOVIES: 10 movies that are too long — "Wicked," "Avatar: Fire and Ash" and more
>CELEBRITY: Florence Pugh calls out "completely inappropriate" requests during sex scenes on movie sets
-Jennifer Lawrence has awkward run-in with Kendall, Kylie Jenner after shading Kourtney Kardashian
>HISTORY: Then & Now: Do you know where this is?
>ANIMALS: Sweet, calm puppy Lily up for adoption through Second Chance Animal Services (3:16)
>GOOD NEWS: 6-year-old steps up after Harvard lab lost funds (2:35)
-Meanwhile, in Ohio, deer jumps through school cafeteria window during breakfast
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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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