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In The News
-Latest forecast: Weekend warm-up begins, high near 40 today in Worcester, 60 tomorrow
-These Central Mass. companies received the most complaints to the Attorney General
-Worcester is largest U.S. city without a movie theater
-Rutland couple thought they were just hiring a Realtor, they were signing a 40-year contract called "Homeowner Benefit Agreement"
-Dominatrix sentenced to life in prison in Ashburnham treehouse murder (:32)
-Man sentenced to prison for starting fire that claimed life of Worcester firefighter (:21)
-Worcester police confiscate large amounts of heroin, fentanyl
-The Mayor’s Live Music List for Saturday
-Five Things to Do: Don White, Zero 9:36 and more ...
-5 Great Ways to Spend Your Weekend in Worcester
-Tony Award-winning "CATS" returns to Worcester
-Artist Spotlight: James Dye
-Tyler, the Creator and friends bring hip-hop pageantry to DCU Center
-First UMass Memorial IVF baby born
-Worcester paraprofessionals ask for "respect" at School Committee meeting
-See the March menus for local specialty doughnut shops
-Tribute to a member of the Worcester Chorus for 62 years
-ICYMI: 43-year-old man found dead outside Worcester elementary school
-Worcester police, homeless outreach teams making progress in Lincoln Plaza "disaster" area
-Spencer man indicted on child pornography charges
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Person killed, 2 others injured in Fitchburg fire
-Guns, drugs found stashed in ceiling of Millbury Tractor Supply Co. restroom just tip of case against Rhode Island man
-Paxton moves town meeting date
-Boston food tech firm to open lab in Northborough
-Grafton peace vigil planned to stand in support of Ukraine
-Muradian calls for divestment of Russian business in support of Ukraine
-Sports: Notre Dame Academy introduces new mascot, "Rose the Rebel"
-Worcester boxer Jhon Devers in New England Golden Gloves semifinals
-Worcester Bravehearts Munchies Madness, Road to the Final Nibble
-NEW: Enter to win WooSox tickets, courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-NEW: Cars: March to Bertera Nissan for great values! (7:57)
-Take a look at new 2022 Four Winds RV now in at Fuller RV in Boylston
-National/International: Has Russia committed war crimes in the Ukraine war?
-Purdue Pharma, states agree to new opioid settlement
-The IRS has sent nearly 30 million refunds. This is the average payment
-New England: Truck driver’s license suspended after crash that killed Trooper Tamar Bucci
-Boston Marathon bomber death sentence reinstated
-Business: U.S. unemployment claims fall to 215,000
-U.S. added 678,000 jobs in February in sign of economic health
-More than half of February's job gains went to women
-Colleges: Holy Cross proposes new dorms on City View Street properties
-TV/Streaming: Disney+ to offer cheaper ad-supported plan later this year
-Movies: Michael Keaton & Winona Ryder reportedly returning for "Beetlejuice 2"
-Celebrity: Janet Jackson, Nicki Minaj, Kevin Hart to headline Essence Festival of Culture
-Animals: Dog found on roadside — now he loves to run on beach (3:38)
-Shopping: Buy Amazon’s Fire TV 75″ Omni series 4K UHD Smart TV, save $350
-Health: Why some sleep experts say daylight saving time should end
-History: Chase Building on Front Street in Worcester, 1911
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Hundreds of people are booking Airbnb rentals in Ukraine. Here's why
-Meanwhile, in California, mountain lion takes daylight stroll through neighborhood
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
-New cases in Worcester at lowest rate since mid-August
-Free vaccinations/boosters available 11-5 today at Worcester Public Library
-Mask mandate lifted for Shrewsbury schools
-ICYMI: Worcester teachers’ union calls for choice regarding school mask mandates
-Mass. officials report 900 new cases, 23 additional deaths
In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:43). High of 70 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+7:00: Artemis II spacesuits made in Worcester can protect astronauts even in "worst case" scenario (1:01). Article
+7:00: Channel 25 Zip Trip coming to Rutland in July (2:23)
+7:00: Worcesteria: Flag-raising at City Hall marks Trans Day of Visibility
+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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