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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:41). High of 26 today in Worcester
+6:00: Weekend winter storm looks increasingly likely to bring snow (15:39)
+6:00: Declared winter parking ban to take effect 9 p.m. Wednesday
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: 1 dead in Oakham house fire (1:48). Article
+6:00: Shrewsbury man to undergo mental health evaluation after crashing into police lobby (1:15). Article (pictured)
+6:00: Worcester council urges loosening of tobacco store regulations: "What’s the difference?"
+6:00: The ultimate New England style Fireplace Feast at Salem Cross Inn in West Brookfield (:53)
+Noon: City Council passes 90-day parking ban near Worcester elementary school
+Noon: Worcester Walks: Walk where three towns meet in Boylston
+Noon: Last Call: Dick Callahan, entomologist
-Driver who crashed into Shrewsbury police lobby wanted "suicide by cop:" Police (1:22)
-Related: Damage to lobby north of $1 million (1:37). Article
-Related: Shrewsbury weighs security changes after crash at station (2:16)
-Earlier: Witnesses: Man accused of crashing into Shrewsbury Police Department was trying to be shot by police
-Worcester veterans director submits "nonresignation letter"; city says he's no longer an employee
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (49:54): Joe Robinson departure, development accountability and city infrastructure issues
-Worcester police release name of man stabbed to death near downtown garage
-Missing Worcester 14-year-old boy found safe
-Local students to contact International Space Station
-Worcester County Wonders: Nostalgia on the menu at Lou Roc's Diner
-Worcester City Council seeks clarity, tracking in handling of approved orders
-Worcester Public Schools launches peer mentoring program for principals
>DINING OUT: A meal fit for royalty is coming to Worcester’s Mechanics Hall this month
-ICYMI: Razing underway at Primetals building at edge of I-290
-Aislinn Doyle: January 22nd School Committee meeting agenda preview
-R.E.C. mobile markets sprout back up for the season this week
-West Brookfield woman, 73, dies after struck in Ware Walmart parking lot
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Wachusett Echo: Midyears 101 — High school guide with tips from teachers and students
-Lamoureux Ford welcomes Jeff Tripp from Sunnyside Motors (1:44)
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Early morning fire destroys home in Uxbridge (:19). Article
-Presence of D.E.A. vehicle creates stir in Gardner
-Racist confrontation on Lunenburg lake: Ayer man faces judge (:31). Article
-Biotech-focused construction firm expands with $1.4 million purchase of Clinton industrial site
-Boylston resident needed for School Committee
-Flu dropping after uptick at Clinton High
-Fighting for poultry health is an everyday thing at Bob's
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
-Jazzed Up Trio 6 to 9 Wednesday at 961 Restaurant and Lounge
>SHOWTIME: The Selena Experience is coming to Worcester
-Listen Up: Facing "Monsters" with Joyner Lucas on new single
-Writer Bibbe Hansen to perform for Negativeburn at Hunchback Gallery
>OPINION: Keith Linhares: Lawsuit warning shot for Worcester's free press
-First Person: Suzanne Graham Anderson on living authentically
-Unity Radio's The Susanity Life (57:46)
-Radio Worcester's The Rundown (26:06): Defamation lawsuit sparks debate over press freedom in Worcester
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a retired Worcester Fire Captain
>SPORTS: Oddsmakers favor Patriots over Broncos in AFC title game
-Patriots’ Rhamondre Stevenson on heartbreak of losing his dad
-Bruins lose to Dallas, 6-2
-Bruins in mix for Rasmus Andersson as trade rumors swirl: Report
-'Sader Stories Podcast (1:05:26): Kit Hughes
-Holy Cross men’s basketball heads to Annapolis to battle Navy Wednesday
>NATIONAL: Text reward scams surge as carriers warn
-The world’s rushing to Ukraine to study drone warfare
-Tragic: Mom mauled by pit bull forced to amputate leg that was "basically hanging off"
>NEW ENGLAND: Man accused of breaking into homes, pouring queso on TV
-4 school buses burn in early morning fire at Framingham bus lot (1:10). Article
>COLLEGES: Carnegie classification recognizes Clark’s commitment to community engagement
-Worcester State campus S.T.E.M. events showcase student and faculty excellence
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): What's the world's oldest (and deepest) lake?
-Why your boarding pass says "Seat Assigned at Gate"
>BUSINESS: Commonwealth Fusion eyes major Devens expansion, to add another 100+ jobs
-LPL Financial Research: Unearthing the metals melt-up
-The great cash-in! What is your old tech really worth? (1:59)
>SHOPPING: Ms. Rachel's latest educational toys are now available at Target
>HOMES: When should kids do chores? Advice for parents (3:01)
>HEALTH: Measles cases rising amid vaccine skepticism
-Deadly "superbug" is spreading across U.S. as drug resistance grows, researchers warn
>FOOD: Is the McDonald's Big Arch burger coming to the U.S.?
>TV/STREAMING: Trailer for Season 4 of "The Lincoln Lawyer" on Netflix (2:06)
>MOVIES: James Cameron reveals if Arnold Schwarzenegger will return for another "Terminator" film
>CELEBRITY: Sylvester Stallone shows off buff body at the gym, admits "it gets harder and harder"
-Timothy Busfield's accusers initially said he didn't touch them: report
>ANIMALS: Cat obsessed with his stuffie finally gets a real sibling (2:30)
>HISTORY: WBZ’s Dream Team represented a golden era of television news
>GOOD NEWS: Firefighters save 6-week-old puppies from house fire
-Meanwhile, in Tennessee, bear breaks into candy store for the fourth time
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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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