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In The News
>WEATHER: Watch Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (1:03). High of 77 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+6:00: Worcester police ask for help finding 15-year-old girl who ran away from courthouse
+6:00: You have your channels back! Charter, Disney reach new distribution agreement
+6:00: Worcester firefighters hold September 11th ceremony at 9:59 a.m., when South tower collapsed
+6:00: Holy Cross 'Sader Stories (3:10): Remembering 9/11
+6:00: Downtown Worcester bar closes for good, seeks new location
+6:00: WooSox Weekly: WooSox split in Gwinnett drops them farther back in second-half playoff race
+Noon: Former Worcester police chief gets compensation with pension pending
+Noon: Final Beats and Barbecue set
+Noon: Historic lesbian bartender inspires Worcester poet to speak up, not wait
-Hanover Theatre celebrates 15 years in Worcester
-Worcester teacher Janet Cloutier "molding minds" for 27 years
-Out of the Darkness Community Walk looks to raise awarness, prevent suicide in Central Mass.
-Despite rain, pups, people celebrate 25th annual Pet Rock Festival
-Local police department debunks abduction rumors (pictured)
-Ordinances on anti-abortion clinics return to Worcester City Council
-September 11th victims' loved ones do not owe the world hope and inspiration
-The United States marks 22 years since 9/11, from ground zero to Alaska
-Former Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito relishes family time, watching kids play sports
-Pride Worcester takes over downtown with potential record turnout
-For these quilters, sewing isn’t just a hobby. Their stitches honor their ancestors' stories
-ICYMI: Worcester fundraiser held to support family of Harris Wolobah (:53)
-Manny Jae Media (40:34) — Candlelight vigil for Harris Wolobah
-Worcester man allegedly stabs neighbor with box cutter
-Worcester man sentenced to 10-12 years; body found in basement of Penn Ave. house
-Attorney blames Worcester roof collapse on contractors; judge won’t dismiss
>DINING OUT: Pulse Magazine's Eat Beat for September
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): TODAY! Buffet lunch at Senior Center
-Oriol Foundation Health and Wellness Expo on Tuesday
-Lamoureux Ford is your headquarters for the exciting BRONCO SPORT (1:47)
-Holden Recreation hiring staff for before and after school programs
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Millbury town manager search under way
-Douglas couple describes tree crushing their moving car, trapping them inside
-Adam Lapointe appointed new Grafton rec director
-Rutland Select Board announces goals and objectives
-Greenway Challenge includes Lake Singletary swim
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor’s Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Pulse Magazine is taking nominations for 2024 People to Watch
-Worcesteria: Queer AF Fashion Show makes every one a style maven
-Jennifer Julien Gaskin: Gun violence in our communities needs to stop
-Unity Radio (59:13): Unity In The Community
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to a Vietnam veteran from Worcester who worked at Worcester State for 32 years
>SPORTS: 8 takeaways from the Patriots loss in the season opener
-Tom Brady halftime ceremony (8:40)
-Red Sox beat Orioles, 7-3
-WooSox beat Stripers, 6-4
-Hundreds circle the Canal District in annual Canal Diggers 5K in Worcester
-Friday Night Football Frenzy Week 1 highlights
>CARS: See the most economical EV at Bertera Nissan, the Nissan Leaf (6:01)
>NATIONAL: The I.R.S. plans to crack down on 1,600 millionaires to collect millions of dollars in back taxes
-Tragic: 4-year-old twins suffocate to death in toy chest, leaving family shattered
>NEW ENGLAND: Could Mass. schools adopt a 4-day week? (3:44)
-11 people are hurt when a walkway collapses during Maine’s annual lighthouse event
>COLLEGES: Clark nightclub features acclaimed guitarist Albino Mbie
-Free community college tuition turns dream into reality for many in Central Mass.
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): 8 places to experience fascinating cultural traditions
>BUSINESS: 10 Things I know about ... Pub brewery conversions
-Job interview "coffee cup test" used by corporate executive goes viral
>SHOPPING: New stores open at Solomon Pond Mall
>HEALTH: Magnesium for anxiety — When (and how) to use the supplement to help manage symptoms
-Early lab tests suggest new COVID variant BA.2.86 may be less contagious and less immune-evasive than feared
>FOOD: "I ate all the food at Polar Park" — A review
>HOMES: 5 Mass. homes perfect for lovers of fall, leaf-peepers
>TV/STREAMING: LeVar Burton reportedly finalizing terms on "Trivial Pursuit" hosting gig with the C.W.
>MOVIES: 11 best new movies on Netflix
>CELEBRITY: "GMA" anchor Robin Roberts marries Amber Laign
>ANIMALS: Whales seen synchronized jumping off Mass. coast (:14)
>HISTORY: Today in History for September 11th — September 11th, U.S. comes under attack
>GOOD NEWS (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Stranger's gift inspires grieving widow (2:36)
-Meanwhile, in Tennessee, woman's 5-foot, 8-inch mullet earns world record
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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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