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>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:36). High of 53 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Fight involving shop tools breaks out at Worcester Tech
+6:00: Worcester and Holden reach deal on $35 million sewer payment lawsuit
+6:00: "No Kings" protest in Worcester this weekend expected to draw thousands
+6:00: Is this your dog?
+Noon: Nurses organize pickets across 5 UMass Memorial Hospitals
+Noon: Worcester school realignment process begins with changes due in 2027
+Noon: Mass. Indie Film Fest back in Worcester with short and feature films
+Noon: Last Call: Michelle de Celia Lucia e Genevieve, artist, writer and educator
-Mother ID's knife-wielding man fatally shot by police in Westminster, officials say (1:22)
-Earlier: Westminster police shooting leaves man dead, D.A. says
-Worcester police arrest 67-year-old man after Main Street bank robbery
-Worcester’s emergency notification system back online after breach
-6 months after fire, Downtown Worcester restaurant to reopen Thursday
-Worcester’s Human Rights Commission chair steps down abruptly after one final act
-Worcester taekwondo team to perform at Celtics game this Wednesday
-Laurel Street to close, closures of I-290 scheduled
-Worcester healthcare provider opens sixth Central Mass. autism center in Sturbridge
-Worcester Public Schools school boundary and quadrant alignment Forum No. 1 (29:57)
>DINING OUT: Best old-school restaurants in America? Local classics worth a trip
-ICYMI: Body of missing Holy Cross student found after canoeing incident (:22). Article
-Earlier: Holy Cross junior missing after canoe capsizes in Connecticut (:26). Article
-Will Worcester break longstanding policy to allow alcohol sales at more public parks?
-Worcester custodian comedian Jimmy Cash, daughter appear on "Kelly Clarkson Show" (3:09). Article
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Fire in manufacturing facility damages commercial building
-Jazzed Up Duo at Val's Friday and Saturday
-Winter snow brings great values at Lamoureux Ford (2:00)
-Free Narcan training next Tuesday at Holden Safety Complex
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): 4-alarm fire burns at West Brookfield home
-GoFundMe raises over $70,000 for teen who died in overpass crash
-David Prouty school project completion date is 5 months away
-Vacancies on boards and committees in Shrewsbury
-85-year-old “Message in a Vase” returns home to Upton family
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Wednesday
>SHOWTIME: Listen Up: Fanta Vibez, Caylin Costello deliver new singles
-See events to fit into your schedule this week in Worcester
-Jay-Z reveals major concerns he has over Kendrick Lamar and Drake's feud
-Barry Manilow releases new single from upcoming album, "What A Time"
>OPINION: Worcesteria: Goddard's rocket launch marks 100 years of space exploration
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (47:33): Did Worcester make the right call by turning off social media comments?
-Unity Radio's Future Focus (59:18): District 1 Councilor Tony Economou, and Sue Mailman, Worcester School Committee member
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to 36-year-old Worcester woman
>SPORTS: Why the Eagles "have to" trade A.J. Brown before next year
-Bruins lose to Maple Leafs, 4-2
-St. Paul announces first class for Legacy Schools Athletics Hall of Fame
-Brazil, France to face off at Gillette on Thursday
-Worcester to host World Cup watch parties
>NATIONAL: Stunning twist in Google and Meta trial as judge steps in
-Inside Jeffrey Epstein's "Lolita Express" rotting plane in Georgia aviation graveyard
-Tragic: Women's boxer in coma after knockout
>NEW ENGLAND: Kelsey Fitzsimmons trial day 2: Commonwealth Confidential (15:41)
-JetBlue flight hits coyote on takeoff at T.F. Green airport (1:16)
-Lawmakers critique ballot initiative that would re-criminalize recreational marijuana sales
>COLLEGES: Latin and community-based learning at Holy Cross (1:40)
-The Scarlet: Where are Worcester’s movie theaters?
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 7 U.S. cities where you can get around for free
-The resort fee perks most guests forget to use
>BUSINESS: Area bank names new president
-LPL Financial Research: Private credit under pressure: Liquidity mismatches in an A.I.-disrupted cycle
-How you can save big on groceries and gas (1:54)
>HEALTH: F.D.A. approves new "Wegovy HD" with triple the dosage of the semaglutide medication
-Scientists discover "death complex" that could worsen Alzheimer's — and how to fight it
>HOMES: Worcester housing data shows more listings, steady sales for February
>FOOD: Trader Joe's recalls additional 10 million pounds of frozen food item sold in Mass.
>TV/STREAMING: How to save money on streaming services
>MOVIES: "13 Going on 30" Netflix reboot to star Emily Bader, Logan Lerman
>CELEBRITY: Amanda Peet reveals breast cancer diagnosis
-Barry Keoghan says online hate after Sabrina Carpenter split made him “hide away”
>ANIMALS: Puppy found crying in pain is now living her best life (1:48)
>HISTORY: Worcester was once a center for manufacturing pre-built diners
>GOOD NEWS: Lottery ticket picked by store clerk wins $40,000 a year for 25 years
-Meanwhile, in Peru, wild moment raging bull knocks festivalgoer out with a flying headbutt
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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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