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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
In The News
+7:00: Megan McNeil, woman shot by boyfriend in Worcester, has died, sources say
+7:00: Worcester Bishop McManus installed as interim head of Springfield Diocese
+7:00: Miami police officer’s wife dies after getting locked in back of his patrol vehicle
+7:00: McDonald's launches first new Chicken McNuggets flavor in nearly 40 years
+1:45: 19-year-old shot in Worcester, police investigating
+1:30: Fitchburg mother and son charged with incest, could face up to 20 years in prison
+1:30: Bean Counter heir to Crown Bakery recipes
+8:30: 3 teens found in swamp after crashing stolen car, breaking into vehicles in Leicester, police say
+8:30: 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - Aug. 25
-Specialty doughnut shop closer to opening in downtown Worcester
-Worcester man drowns in river in Turners Falls
-Elderly man rushed to hospital after being struck by pickup truck in Worcester
-Woman who threatened someone with a knife outside Worcester Stop & Shop arrested, police say
-Victim of fatal Aug. 16 shooting in Worcester ID'd; 2 Worcester men face charges
-Worcester Board of Health, Police Department discuss reform recommendations
-Worcester Historical Museum program revisits Cristino Hernandez slaying
-Indian Lake closed Tuesday for algae treatment
-Pearl-Elm parking garage project nearly complete
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Snake found outside Auburn medical office
-Tribute to beloved former principal, civic leader
-The Mayor’s Live Music & Live Streaming List for Tuesday, by Jay Berman
-Cars: Bertera Nissan offers many brands of pre-owned cars (7:35)
-Salmonella outbreak leads peach recall expansion at Wegmans, Target and Walmart
-Homes: 5 newest home listings in Worcester
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): Tenn. Taco Bell employee saves a man's life
-Meanwhile, in Marion, groom admits ‘2020 has not been the best year’ seconds before terrifying lightning strike interrupts vows
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+7:00: Mass. reports 349 new cases, 12 additional deaths (:27)
+7:00: Researchers say Boston conference likely led to 20,000 cases in Mass.
+7:00: New virus cases decline in the U.S., experts credit masks
+7:00: Dr. Fauci, a Holy Cross grad, warns against premature authorization of vaccine
+1:30: Oxford vaccine may go before regulators this year: scientist
-‘Downside Is Zero’: UMass Memorial doctor who nearly died from COVID-19 credits convalescent plasma
-Recreation Worcester has a successful summer with no cases
-Radio Worcester (10:22): Dr. Michael Hirsh talks colleges, convalescent plasma and vaccines
-WoostaChat (Clive McFarlane): Remote learning is for the privileged
-Worcesteria: Temper antibody expectations
-AWARE: Coronavirus hurting renters and taxpayers
-Where are the hot spots? Town trends, rates in Worcester County
-More people in Mass. lost job than lost health insurance
-WBJ Podcast (24:48): JPMorgan Chase optimistic about Worcester’s economic recovery
-Mass. can retroactively pay $300 a week to unemployment recipients
-Mass. landlords want eviction, foreclosure ban lifted
-MIAA will not refund districts for canceled spring season (1:28)
-Danbury, Conn., residents on alert after ‘serious’ outbreak
-Researchers record first case of reinfection
-More than 500 cases at University of Alabama
-Internet searches related to panic attacks and anxiety spiked to all-time high early in pandemic
-Worried about your financial health? Here's who can help
-Commute & Travel (brought to you by Fuller RV Rental & Sales): Make this Labor Day weekend special by renting an RV
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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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