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Worcester's new superintendent will prioritize transparency, mental health as the school year begins
"Every day is the first day of school," Worcester schools superintendent Rachel Monárrez said. -
Worcester takes next step toward policy to increase affordable housing
The city manager's office will begin drafting an ordinance. -
Worcester considers regulating anti-abortion pregnancy centers
City Council votes to begin drafting an ordinance that would penalize businesses for false advertising. -
Worcester asks residents to steer clear of some waterways during treatment for harmful algae
Local experts anticipate more frequent preventative measures as the effects of climate change make algae blooms more likely. -
Worcester's homeless population rose 43% over the last year, officials say
City officials say the high cost of housing is causing many people to become homeless. -
Worcester middle school stripped of Catholic status for flying BLM, Pride flags
In his decree, Bishop Robert McManus argued the flags contradict Catholic faith. -
Worcester approves police request for drone, ending months of debate on issue
The city will pay for the device using about $25,000 from a $100,000 earmark from the state. -
New Black History Trail around Worcester commemorates city's nearly 300-year Black history
The markers reflect the predominantly Black enclaves that used to exist around Worcester. -
Worcester weighs new policy to increase affordable housing
13.5% of the city’s housing stock is considered affordable. An inclusionary zoning policy would mandate making a certain percentage of new housing units within private development projects affordable. -
Students and staff say Worcester schools lack sufficient mental health resources
Outgoing Superintendent Maureen Binienda argues that students are getting the help they need.
