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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:59). High of 35 today
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: 2-hour early release for Worcester Public Schools on Wednesday
+6:00: Nothing found as search for Brittany Tee renewed (1:23)
+6:00: Man convicted in murder of 25-year-old from Worcester
+6:00: Wachusett Mountain shut down for second day due to power outage (2:14)
+6:00: Worcesteria: For Artifakt Studios' Ryan Gardell, mural at DCF hits home
+Noon: State Police continue search for Brittany Tee
+Noon: Worcester parking ban lifted
+Noon: Radio Worcester (16:54): School Committee member Sue Mailman is running for re-election as an At-Large candidate
+Noon: Shrewsbury trash pickup delayed a day this week
+Noon: The nominees for the 95th Academy Awards
+Noon: Oscar snubs and surprises: Tom Cruise and Viola Davis are out, Paul Mescal and Ana de Armas are in
+Noon: WOOtenanny comedy series to host big-name comics
+Noon: Artist Spotlight: Daniel Danger
+Noon: Jazzed Up Trio marathon week of cool
+Noon: Patriots to reunite with Bill O’Brien as offensive coordinator
-2-hour delay on Tuesday for Worcester Public Schools
-Worcester superintendent explains what goes into calling a snow day
-Worcester declared parking ban in effect
-Heavy wet snow causes power outages in Worcester County (2:20)
-Man spins out on I-290, starts driving the wrong way, and then is killed in head-on crash
-Related: Dashcam video shows car driving wrong way on I-290 in Worcester moments before fatal crash (:23)
-A.G. puts renewed scrutiny on Peterson Oil over biodiesel, reaches additional settlement (pictured)
-Worcester man arrested on firearms, assault charges
-2 Worcester men arrested for drugs, gun after a dispute
-Blackstone Herbs and Martini Bar opens in Worcester offering food, drink flights, karaoke
-WRTA cutting bus routes, reducing trips due to "driver shortages"
-Drone hyperlapse of skating at the Worcester Common Oval (:30)
-Worcester ranked as one of top cities for STEM professionals in the county
-NEW! Unsolved: Worcester - "Stranged to Death and Dumped in the Street, Part 2". Video (19:30). Audio (21:07)
>BARS & BANDS (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music List for Tuesday
-Mike Benedetti: City Council preview -- Hunting, Community Preservation Committee
-Worcesteria: History's heart; seats take a stand for Black history
-Laurel: Happy Chinese New Year!
>OBITUARIES (brought to you by G9 Financial): Tribute to a man who worked at his father's service station and was a bartender at the Wexford House
-ICYMI: Worcester catalytic converter thefts have nearly tripled since 2020
-Retirement community again proposed for Salisbury Street in Worcester
-Drone video of Doherty Memorial High School construction (1:17)
-Architect designs around challenging former Fairway Beef site
See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford and Brilla Coffee Roasters): Wachusett schools closed Tuesday
-Newell Road is currently closed due to a downed tree
-Brilla Coffee Roasters opens long-awaited new Holden location (1:06)
-Lamoureux Ford wants to beat the snow (1:31)
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Car crashes into Shrewsbury pond amid wintry conditions
-Planning Board mulls Beal Commons parking, traffic studies
-Tantasqua student Maddie Lancour comes back stronger after losing sight
-Spencer-East Brookfield students hold shoe drive for people in need
-Grafton High School DECA earns national honors for chapter campaigns
-Grafton schools updating bullying prevention, response plan
-Learn "Myths and Miracles of Victorian Medicine"
-Pharmaceutical company to unveil Devens research center this month
>SPORTS: Magic beat Celtics, 113-98
-Bruins goalie Linus Ullmark broke NHL record that stood for 93 years
-Cara McCormack named Hilton Garden Inn Crusader of the Week
-Worcester Hockey Alumni 2022-23 highlights, NHL week 15
>CARS: Bertera has your winter car! (3:27)
-Save $500 on select F150's and RAM trucks in stock at North End Motor Sales
-RVs at Clearance Prices at Fuller RV Rentals and Sales (1:07)
>NATION/WORLD: Images show moment hero grabbed Monterey mass shooter's gun
-7 killed in 2 related shootings in Northern California
-Tragic: Elderly woman killed terminally ill husband as part of botched suicide pact: cops
>FOOD: These popular drinks "increase your risk of heart disease"
>NEW ENGLAND: Woman killed in Maine snowmobile crash
-Ice runway on Lake Winnipesaukee not opening for 2023 winter season
>BUSINESS: Here are the top 10 fastest-growing jobs in 2023, according to LinkedIn
-Workers are gravitating to sustainable companies
>HOMES: See all homes sold in Worcester County January 15th to 22nd
>SHOPPING: Solomon Pond Mall -- A dying mall overrun with scooters (27:42)
>COLLEGES: Anna Maria Scholarship Spotlight with Kayla Beer
-Quinsigamond C.C. President Luis G. Pedraja: New year brings promise of new beginnings
>HEALTH: New treatment for skin cancer available in Mass.
-Free COVID vaccinations on Wednesday: 11-5:30 at Worcester Public Library
>TV/STREAMING: Cate Blanchett Oscar hopeful "Tár" to debut on Peacock this month
>MOVIES: "Attack of the Killer Refrigerator": Worcester-made cult classic makes debut on Blu-ray
>CELEBRITY: Dolly Parton, Gloria Estefan, Cyndi Lauper and more release single for "80 for Brady" film
>ANIMALS: Golden Retriever gets surprised with a tiny puppy (3:04)
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Woman, COVID & cancer survivor, celebrates 106th birthday
-Meanwhile, in Rhode Island, girl seeking proof of Santa asks police to test cookie for D.N.A.
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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
+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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