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Senate Quietly Launches Another Push for Juvenile Justice Reforms
Just like case two years ago, lawmakers sitting will need to debate whether a package should also embrace a major criminal justice reform.
DOJ Declines Comment on WPD Investigation
Unlike its past practices, the U.S. DOJ declined to comment on the investigation of the Worcester Police Department on Monday, Aug. 10.
See Events to Fit into Your Schedule This Week in Worcester
Plan your week to include these options for a variety of live entertainment, municipal, educational, and other events across Worcester.
Latest Columns
New WPD Internal Investigation Policy Fails Basic Scrutiny
The newest WPD internal investigation policy fails to state a legal standard of proof, creating a gaping policy hole exploited in the past to avoid holding officers accountable.
City Manager’s Report Rejects Far More than Civilian Review
City Manager Eric Batista released a report that isn't just a rejection of a civilian review board, it is a manifesto on centralized government control. The next police chief signals things will only get worse.
When Worcester Chose the Trump Bailout over the Constitution
When Trump ended DOJ-led police reforms, anti-Trump local officials eagerly accepted the bailout of their favorite special interest group.
See Studio Theater Wocester’s “Superhero” this Weekend
Superhero tells the story of a mother and son grappling with a devastating loss and the mysterious stranger who helps them on their journey. Before we can save the world, we have to save each other.
One Year After Eureka St., What Officers at the Scene Knew
Pt. 4: One year after the ICE arrest on Eureka Street, we know a lot more about what happened that day and what officers on the scene believed at the time.
The This Week in Worcester Podcast
LIVE Video every Sunday at 8:30 PM
Available on Multiple Podcast Platforms
Available on Multiple Podcast Platforms
The most recent episode covers the circus of the specialized stretch code (building code) returned to the city council on Tuesday, April 28. There were confrontations, accusations, and more drama. See all the good clips here.
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POST Commission Clarifies Role, Importance of Local Police Oversight
Three Worcester City Councilors argue that the Massachusetts POST Commission meets the needs of local oversight. POST has a different view.
Exclusive: Trump DHS Plans Immigration Raids on Churches Over Holidays
The Trump Department of Homeland Security is briefing federal agencies on plans for immigration enforcement operations inside churches over the holiday season.
Rejection of Resident Petitions to Worcester City Council Up 715% in 2025
Records show residents' petitions denied access to the Worcester City Council's agenda increased by 715% since the start of 2025.
Mass. to Receive $105 Million in Purdue Pharma Settlement
All 55 eligible AG's signed onto a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family. Mass. expects to receive $105 million.
Union Leader Threatened Police Chief if Councilor Not Charged
EXCLUSIVE: A police union leader threatened to end support for the Worcester Police Chief if a City Councilor wasn't charged.
National Politics Stopped Cold at Memorial Day Ceremony
At both the beginning and end of the event, a man with political signage attempted to become a part of the ceremony.
